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The racing surface at Indy was once completely made of bricks. When they finally paved it, the bricks were completely removed, all except for one yard of bricks at the start/finish line. Hence "The Brickyard."
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What sport is played at The Brickyard?
The Brickyard is the nickname for Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and the sport is motor racing.
What is the popular Nascar racetrack that is nicknamed the Brickyard?
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
What distance is the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track?
The total distance around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is 2.5 miles. Known as the Brickyard for its original construction, the speedway is the home of the Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR's Brickyard 400 races.
What is the origin of the term Brickyard?
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway or the "Brickyard's" racing surface used to be bricks, until it was paved over with asphalt.
What is the Brickyard 400 and where is it located?
The Brickyard 400 is a 400 mile Nascar Sprint Cup Series points race. It is held annually at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana.
Were is the allstate brickyard 400 race held?
The Allstate 400 at the Brickyard was on July 26, 2009. It was won by Jimmie Johnson.
Where is the Indiana race located?
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the home of Verizon Indy Car and NASCAR races. Major events include the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400. The track is located in Speedway, Indiana. Speedway is a suburb of Indianapolis, Indiana.
What makes Indiana famous?
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the home of Verizon Indy Car and NASCAR races. Major events include the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400. The track is located in Speedway, Indiana. Speedway is a suburb of Indianapolis, Indiana.
In what year was the first race held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
The Indy 500 in 1911 and the Brickyard 400 in 1994.
What is the number one atraction in Indiana?
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the home of Verizon Indy Car and NASCAR races. Major events include the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400. The track is located in Speedway, Indiana. Speedway is a suburb of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Did Tony Stewart win an Indianapolis race?
Tony Stewart won Nascar's Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2005 and 2007. He never won the Indy 500.
When was Indianapolis Motor Speedway created?
Indianapolis Motor Speedway was created in 1909.
