From Abel Motorsports
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| EMBARGO UNTIL 5.15.2026 AT 11:00AM ET |
| Indianapolis, Ind. (May 15, 2026) – Louisville KY based, Texas Roadhouse, Inc. has joined forces with Abel Motorsports and Jacob Abel to take on the Greatest Spectacle in Racing. Known nationwide for their legendary hospitality, high-energy atmosphere, and of course their rolls – Texas Roadhouse now brings that same spirit to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. |
| As a native of Louisville, Jacob Abel loves any chance he gets to tie his hometown in with his professional career and the partnership with Texas Roadhouse is another deep tie to the Bluegrass State. |
| “I’m honored to represent Texas Roadhouse in this years Indianapolis 500, it’s very special to have a fellow Louisville Kentucky company supporting me in this journey. Can’t thank everyone at Texas Roadhouse enough, and looking forward to making them proud,” exclaimed Jacob Abel. |
| When the opportunity to have an iconic brand like Texas Roadhouse join the Abel Motorsports team arose, Bill Abel was very eager to put a deal together to bring another tie from Louisville to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. |
| “It’s really cool to have another company in Louisville want to support a fellow Louisvillian, and we as a group can’t wait to build upon this relationship and share some incredible experiences together this May,” said Team Owner Bill Abel. |
| Qualifying for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 begins on Saturday May 16th with coverage beginning at 11:00am ET live on FOX Sports 2. Keep up to date with all things Abel Motorsports by following the team on social media, @abelmotorsports, or by visiting www.abelmotorsports.com |
| About Abel Motorsports: Abel Motorsports Team Principal Bill Abel began racing motocross in 1972, earning numerous championship titles as he continued the family motorsports tradition. In 2015, Abel Motorsports was launched starting in the USF2000 series and building their way up the junior open-wheel ladder. Abel Motorsports was able to capture the inaugural Formula Regional Americas Championship with driver Kyle Kirkwood. Today, Abel Motorsports is a leading force in the INDY NXT by Firestone Championship, the official development series of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, where the team operates as a multi-car organization focused on the future. 2024 was a breakout season for Abel Motorsports scoring three wins, three pole positions, and 12 podiums on their way to second in the entrant championship. Always looking towards the future, Abel Motorsports made their foray into the NTT INDYCAR SERIES in 2023 as the team entered the 107th running of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, the Indianapolis 500 with driver RC Enerson. |
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