IMS Hitch Hiker
Watch as Mike Tirico hitches a ride from the airport to Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Mario Andretti in an IndyCar two-seater. “Mario is amazing,” Tirico said. “He wanted to go faster the…
Italian-born American racing driver Mario Andretti driving a John Player Lotus 79 in the British Grand Prix at Brands Hatch, 16th July 1978. Andretti was forced to retire with engine trouble after 28 laps. (Photo by Don Morley/Getty Images)
Don Morley/Getty ImagesWatch as Mike Tirico hitches a ride from the airport to Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Mario Andretti in an IndyCar two-seater.
“Mario is amazing,” Tirico said. “He wanted to go faster the whole time. Don’t be mistaken, he just wants a seat and a good engine and he just wants to open it up. He’s the best.”
Tirico gave Andretti a stellar review after his ride:
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