Jim Ayello Indianapolis Star Published 8:00 AM EST Feb 15, 2019 INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis 500 has landed its latest star. NBC confirmed Friday that longtime sportscaster Mike Tirico will host NBC’s inaugural coverage of the 500. After 54 consecutive years of the 500 being broadcast on ABC, Tirico will be charged with helping usher in a new era of the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” He should be well-equipped for the challenge. Tirico will arrive at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with a resume that includes hosting some of the biggest events in sports. The well-known TV personality is the host of NBC’s primetime Olympics coverage, as well as Football Night in America. He also hosts horse racing’s Triple Crown and Breeders’ Cup coverage, marquee PGA TOUR events and serves as the play-by-play voice for Notre Dame Football. More IndyCar: McLaren, Carlin forge alliance as Fernando Alonso’s Indy 500 program comes together Insider: As 2019 IndyCar season begins, Robert Wickens remains top of mind Pato O’Ward parts ways with Harding-Steinbrenner Racing less than month before season opener This Memorial Day weekend, however, Tirico will add hosting the largest single-day sporting event in the world to his already impressive resume. “I am thrilled to join our team as we cover… Read full this story
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