Archive · 25 May 2025
Tom Brady and Jimmie Johnson Team Up for Indy 500
Former NFL star Tom Brady is going to be part of the Indy 500 opening ceremony!
He's going to take a ride in the "Fastest Seat in Sports," a special car that goes around the track before the race.
Driving the car will be Jimmie Johnson, who has won many NASCAR championships.
The race is on May 25, 2025, in Indianapolis.
It's a fun tradition to have celebrities participate.
Also, other famous sports stars like Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter will be at the event.
It's a big day for racing and sports fans alike, with extra attention being brought to the race by having Brady involved in the event.
Tom Brady will participate in the opening ceremony for the 2025 Indianapolis 500.
Brady will ride in the "Fastest Seat in Sports," a two-seater IndyCar.
Jimmie Johnson, a seven-time NASCAR champion, will drive the car.
This marks the return of the pre-race tradition since 2019.
Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter will also attend the race.
- Who
- Tom Brady and Jimmie Johnson
- What
- Tom Brady will participate in the opening ceremony and Jimmie Johnson will drive the Fastest Seat in Sports.
- When
- May 25, 2025
- Where
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Why
- To bring attention to the race, and celebrate Johnson's NASCAR milestone.
- Race Date
- May 25, 2025
- Race Location
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indiana
- Opening Ceremony Participant
- Tom Brady
- Fastest Seat in Sports Driver
- Jimmie Johnson
- Johnson's NASCAR Championships
- 7
- Johnson's Event
- 700th NASCAR start
- Additional Attendees
- Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter