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It’s back!
The Wienie 500 returns to Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Friday, May 22. The second annual race spices up the competition with fun new features, including its very own grand marshal.
Here are four new additions to this year’s Wienie 500 race:
1. Andy Richter named “Commander in Beef”
You’ve heard of Commander in Chief, but what about Commander in Beef? Author, actor and comedian Andy Richter will take on this brand new role in this year’s race. The Commander in Beef will serve as the event’s grand marshal, leaving Richter to lead all festivities such as the pre-race activities and the Viennese national anthem.
2. The winner takes home the first Borg-Wiener trophy
The Oscar Mayer brand has teamed up with BorgWarner to create a new award, the Borg-Wiener Trophy. Designed to replicate the iconic Indy 500 award, BorgWarner CEO Joe Fadool will present it to the winning team in Wiener’s Circle on race day.
3. Coached by the professionals
Oscar Mayer adds some serious horsepower to the track. INDYCAR drivers like Nolan Siegel, Scott McLaughlin and Sting Ray Rob will coach the Hotdoggers and offer pro tips as teams compete for the Borg-Wiener Trophy.
4. A new dog hits the trail
Earlier this year, Oscar Mayer handed the keys to fans with his first-ever “Pick Your Dog” bracket, letting America decide who would claim the coveted sixth spot after the Sonoran Dog was kicked out of the competition because it just didn’t cut the mustard. The results are ready. And Corn Dog will take the field for the first time, repeating America’s Dog and competing among the five other regional dogs.
