Indy 500 Preview

Qualifying runs have been made and we now know the order for the 2019 Indianapolis 500 set to take place on Sunday, May 26. The Indianapolis 500 might not be one of the best sporting events in the world like it once was, but it is without a doubt one of the biggest days of the year for racing fans. This field is one of the deepest and fastest in recent memory and it should lead to a great race on Sunday. Let’s take a look at the current betting odds to win the Indy 500 with a quick rundown on some of the drivers.

The Odds:

Will Power +650: Will Power is the reigning Indy 500 champion and it should be no surprise that he is the favorite to win the event again this year. Power is a consistent driver who has plenty of experience in the IndyCar series. The Australian driver has been struggling a bit of late though and that might be a cause for concern for bettors looking to bet on Power.

Josef Newgarden +750: Newgarden is widely regarded as one of the top drivers in the IndyCar series circuit, but has really struggled at the Indy 500 throughout his career. He leads the IndyCar standings coming into this event, but his teammate Will Power, is a much better betting option this weekend.

Alexander Rossi +750: Alexander Rossi burst onto the scene in 2016 when he won the Indianapolis 500 in his race debut. Rossi came in 4th place at the Indy 500 a year ago after starting the race in 32nd. He hasn’t always been consistent in the IndyCar series, but there is no doubt that he feels comfortable at this event.

Scott Dixon +900: Dixon will be looking to win the Indy 500 for the second time in his career, but his first win came all the way back in 2008. Dixon hasn’t won a race yet in 2019, but he has four top-five finishes.

Helio Castroneves +1100: Helio Castroneves is one of the most decorated drivers in Indianapolis 500 history, but he is well past his prime. Castroneves was won the Indy 500 three different times, and has plenty of other close calls as well. It might be a stretch to think that Brazilian driver can win this event at age 44, but he should never be counted out.

Ryan Hunter-Reay +1100:

Fernando Alonso +1400: Alonso was considered a favorite to win this event in the weeks leading up to qualifying, but he won’t be a part of the Indianapolis 500 after missing out in qualifying. A huge blow to one of the early favorites.

Marco Andretti +1400:

Ed Carpenter +1400:

James Hinchcliffe +1400:

Simon Pagenaud +1400: Simon Pagenaud is the pole-sitter after an impressive run in the qualifying trials. Pagenaud registered 229.992 mph during his qualifying run and narrowly edged out Ed Carpenter and Spencer Pigot.

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Rest of the field +1500 or Higher:

The Indianapolis 500 is always one of the toughest sporting events to predict, and that could be the case again this year. There are certainly some great drivers with the best odds, but someone from outside of this group could pull end up in the winner’s circle. Keep an eye on Takuma Sato who comes into the Indy 500 with +2100 odds to win. Sato has won this event in the past, and previous winners always seem to do well at this event.

The Betting Pick:

There are certainly some great options to choose from at the Indianapolis 500, but picking a previous winner is a very sound strategy. The Indy 500 is as mental as it is physical, and it takes something special to be in the winner’s circle. Will Power and Alexander Rossi are both solid picks, but they aren’t going to win the race this season. Look for veteran Scott Dixon to be the winner of the 2019 Indianapolis 500. Dixon is a winning machine, and he will get his first Indy 500 win since 2008.