**Iconic Borg-Warner Trophy: A Symbol of Indy 500 Glory**
The Borg-Warner Trophy is a prestigious emblem of the Indianapolis 500, awarded annually to the race’s champion. Each victor’s name, average speed, year of victory, and likeness are engraved on this impressive trophy, which weighs approximately 110 pounds and stands over five feet tall. First unveiled in 1936, the trophy was presented to Louis Meyer and has since become a celebrated tradition for Indy 500 winners.
Although the trophy was created in 1935, it honors champions dating back to 1911, featuring their names, years, average speeds, and faces. Initially, the trophy measured 52 inches in height and weighed 80 pounds, crafted from sterling silver to commemorate 70 race winners. In 1987 and 2004, two bases were added, allowing the trophy to recognize winners through 2033.
Notably, one name stands out among the engraved winners: Anton Hulman, who owned the Indianapolis Motor Speedway from 1945 until his passing in 1977. His face is uniquely represented in gold on the trophy. The Borg-Warner Trophy is permanently displayed at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum.
The upcoming Indy 500 will be broadcast on May 25, with coverage beginning at 10 a.m. ET, and will also be available for live streaming.
**Indy 500 Winners List:**
– 1911 – Ray Harroun
– 1912 – Joe Dawson
– 1913 – Jules Goux
– 1914 – Rene Thomas
– 1915 – Ralph DePalma
– 1916 – Dario Resta
– 1917 – Not held due to World War I
– 1918 – Not held due to World War I
– 1919 – Howdy Wilcox
– 1920 – Gaston Chevrolet
– 1921 – Tommy Milton
– 1922 – Jimmy Murphy
– 1923 – Tommy Milton
– 1924 – Lora L. Corum, Joe Boyer (Co-drivers)
– 1925 – Pete DePaolo
– 1926 – Frank Lockhart
– 1927 – George Souders
– 1928 – Louis Meyer
– 1929 – Ray Keech
– 1930 – Billy Arnold
– 1931 – Louis Schneider
– 1932 – Fred Frame
– 1933 – Louis Meyer
– 1934 – Bill Cummings
– 1935 – Kelly Petillo
– 1936 – Louis Meyer
– 1937 – Wilbur Shaw
– 1938 – Floyd Roberts
– 1939 – Wilbur Shaw
– 1940 – Wilbur Shaw
– 1941 – Floyd Davis, Mauri Rose (Co-drivers)
– 1942 – Not held due to World War II
– 1943 – Not held due to World War II
– 1944 – Not held due to World War II
– 1945 – Not held due to World War II
– 1946 – George Robson
– 1947 – Mauri Rose
– 1948 – Mauri Rose
– 1949 – Bill Holland
– 1950 – Johnnie Parsons
– 1951 – Lee Wallard
– 1952 – Troy Ruttman
– 1953 – Bill Vukovich
– 1954 – Bill Vukovich
– 1955 – Bob Sweikert
– 1956 – Pat Flaherty
– 1957 – Sam Hanks
– 1958 – Jimmy Bryan
– 1959 – Rodger Ward
– 1960 – Jim Rathmann
– 1961 – AJ Foyt
– 1962 – Rodger Ward
– 1963 – Parnelli Jones
– 1964 – AJ Foyt
– 1965 – Jim Clark
– 1966 – Graham Hill
– 1967 – AJ Foyt
– 1968 – Bobby Unser
– 1969 – Mario Andretti
– 1970 – Al Unser
**FAQ: What is the Borg-Warner Trophy?**
The Borg-Warner Trophy is awarded annually to the winner of the Indianapolis 500, featuring engravings of the winner’s name, average speed, year of victory, and likeness. It symbolizes the prestige and history of this iconic race.