2011 Indianapolis 500 | Official Full-Race Broadcast

The 95th Running of the Indianapolis 500 took place Sunday, May 29, 2011 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Canadian Alex Tagliani led the field of 33 drivers to the green flag. The race ended with one of the most memorable finishes in Indianapolis 500 history.
American rookie JR Hildebrand took the lead with two laps remaining and appeared to be headed toward becoming the first rookie to win the race since Helio Castroneves in 2001. However, while trying to avoid lapped traffic in Turn 4 on the last lap, Hildebrand slammed into the wall.
During the ensuing chaos, Dan Wheldon passed Hildebrand on the frontstretch to secure his second Indianapolis 500 victory and the last IndyCar victory of his career.

[@theman13451]

My heart broke for Hildebrand. My heart broke even worse months later for Weldon

[@andohish27]

2 of those drivers aren't with us anymore, Dan Wheldon and Justin Wilson. R.I.P

[@oscarjimenezsr.716]

R.I.P Dan Wheldon so glad you won this we still miss You

[@aronagmar]

Still the greatest finish to a race I have ever seen. Makes me smile and cry at the same time. We miss you Dan.

[@samuelsunnyd7187]

I just noticed that both the 100th anniversary and 100th running of the race were won by the 98 car... interesting.

[@janellerex7271]

I feel so bad for Hildebrand. Every time I watch it at the museum, it’s just so sad! Hope he wins this year or at some point in his driving career

[@jendriarguetajr.9696]

Dan Wheldon Wasn't Dead. He Decided To End His Race And Wait For Us At The Finish Line!

[@chrish.60]

I still get a little teary eyed when they realize and excitedly announce Dan Weldon won! So amazing and what a great job done by that team.

[@jadonsamlal9203]

seabation wheldon his son is drving go karts rip dan wheldon

[@xray111xxx]

RIP Dan Wheldon. Thank you for the great ride. God Speed!

[@ndrwsrcht]

First INDYCAR race I ever attended. It started a lifelong passion

[@mojorider8067]

Wheldon is, was, and always will be my favorite indycar driver.

[@thetmg8337]

Dan may be gone, but he will definitely never be forgotten... Rest In Peace Dan Wheldon

[@s.j.l.8736]

R.I.P Dan . . . You will always be missed.

[@shayensehgal4386]

Back again in 2020 to see my hero win the Indy 500 again in my favorite race of all time

[@thetmg8337]

By Saturday this week, it will Mark exactly 10 years since this emotional victory

[@Spaethon]

Swear to God...I've been to 2 Indy races. 2005 and 2011. We rooted for Danica like crazy in 2005. Crowd went wild until -6 laps . Dan Wheldon takes the trophy. In 2011, Centennial race. I went to the Speedway office to buy my official ticket. Centennial race, Dario Franchetti on the ticket, sat in Tower Terrace, Section 51, Row L, Seat 7...and wow...Dan Wheldon won again. I live in St Pete, FL since 2005. Dan Wheldon lived in St. Pete and was buried in St. Pete. I live within 20 minutes of his cemetery. Danica, 2005, it was her rookie year and she had the lead...the only other time she had the lead in her Indy 500 career...2011, which was her last year in Indycar. The coincidences are crazy. When I return to the Speedway with my daughter...who to cheer for now? RIP Dan Wheldon

[@sametozkan9175]

Last race of John Andretti R.I.P.

[@kartchamp47]

Damnit Dan, we still miss you buddy. Wish you were still here. What a great memory this race is.

[@racers1133]

My first Indy 500 I've ever watched when I was 12. What a race. What a driver. Loved watching Dan win. RIP