ESPN statement on Indianapolis 500 and IndyCar about that series moving to NBC in 2019

The Verizon Indy Cars sealed the deal with NBC for next year!  One time ABC was the go-too network for all types of motorsports.  All ESPN/ABC signed with F1 for this year! (Credit: IMS photo)

Statement from Burke Magnus, ESPN Executive Vice President, Programming & Scheduling:

“We have had a wonderful and rewarding relationship with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Indianapolis 500 and INDYCAR and it has been our distinct honor to be partners for so many years. We look forward to the rest of our events this season and wish them all the best in the future.”

Source:ESPN PR