Indy MotoGP Activities

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I lifted this off of the superbikeplanet.com. Note some of the activities are for us common folk, some are for professional press.


RED BULL INDIANAPOLIS GP MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES

INDIANAPOLIS, Monday, Sept. 8, 2008 - MotoGP riders, teams and sponsors will play host to press conferences, media opportunities and rider appearances throughout the week of the Red Bull Indianapolis GP. A list of confirmed events(all times Eastern):

TUESDAY, SEPT. 9

11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Kick Start Celebration Press Conference

What: Press conference and photo opportunity featuring Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard, IMS President Joie Chitwood, Red Bull Riders Cup and Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup riders and others. MotoGP bikes on display as well as special bikes provided by Cycle World Magazine.

Where: Monument Circle, Downtown Indianapolis

Media Contact: Bob Schultz, Indianapolis Convention & Visitor's Association, (317) 639-4772, bschultz@indianapolis.org

THURSDAY, SEPT. 11

9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Red Bull Indianapolis GPreview

What: A variety of fan-friendly activities are scheduled, including fan Q&A sessions with 18 MotoGP riders, pit walk and a concert featuring Tech 3 Yamaha MotoGP rider and trained classical pianist James Toseland. The Vendor Marketplace will be open, featuring Alpinestars, Arai, Arlen Ness, Dainese, Joe Rocket, Nolan, Oakley, Scorpion, Shoei and Tour Master/Cortech, among the more than 40 leading brands that will display and sell the latest in motorcycle equipment and accessories in Gasoline Alley. Appearances and photo opportunities with Red Bull Indianapolis GP Grid Girls, free temporary tattoos, a DJ spinning music and more. Indianapolis Motor Speedway Official Trackside Gift Shops and IMS concession stands adjacent to the Pagoda Plaza and Hall of Fame Museum, and the MotoGP team/rider official merchandise areas will be open all day.

Where: Indianapolis Motor Speedway

10:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Stage Show/Fan Question-and-Answer Session

Hosts: Ralph Sheheen, Leigh Diffey, Greg White, Michael Young

Guests: Numerous MotoGP, Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup riders and personalities participate in discussions and Q&A sessions at various times, including: Red Bull Rookies Cup riders, 11 a.m.-noon; Q&A with LCR Honda MotoGP Team rider Randy de Puniet, 12 p.m.; Q&A with JiR Team Scot MotoGP Team rider Andrea Dovizioso, 12:15 p.m.; Q&A with Ducati Team riders Casey Stoner and Marco Melandri, 1 p.m.; Q&A with Alice Team riders Sylvain Guintoli and Toni Elias, 1:15 p.m.; Q&A with San Carlo Honda Gresini Team riders Shinya Nakano and Alex de Angelis, 1:30 p.m.; Q&A with Kawasaki Racing Team riders John Hopkins and Anthony West, 1:45 p.m.; Q&A with Rizla Suzuki MotoGP Team riders Chris Vermeulen and Loris Capirossi, 2 p.m.; Q&A with Repsol Honda Team rider Dani Pedrosa, 2:15 p.m.; Q&A with Fiat Yamaha Team rider Valentino Rossi, 2:30 p.m.; Q&A with Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo, 2:45 p.m.; Q&A with Tech 3 Yamaha riders Colin Edwards and James Toseland, 3 p.m.; Q&A with Repsol
Honda Team rider Nicky Hayden, 3:15 p.m.

Note: Schedule of appearances subject to change.

Where: Pagoda Plaza Stage, Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Note: No interviews. Still and video photography permitted.

2-5 p.m.
Red Bull Indianapolis GP Pit Walk

What: Fans can stand adjacent to open garages providing a clear view of the exotic 800cc prototype motorcycles that will compete in the MotoGP class during the Red Bull Indianapolis GP

Who: Race Day ticket holders can participate in the pit walk

Where: Indianapolis Motor Speedway

3:40 p.m.
Photo Opportunity

What: Starting field of the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP

Where: Yard of Bricks

Note: Photo opportunity for Red Bull Indianapolis GP credentialed photographers only.

4 p.m.
Pre-Event Press Conference

Who: Valentino Rossi, Casey Stoner, Dani Pedrosa, Colin Edwards and Nicky Hayden

Where: Economaki Press Conference Room, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Media Center

Note: Press conference for Red Bull Indianapolis GP credentialed journalists/photographers only.

5-5:30 p.m.
James Toseland Concert

What: James Toseland, MotoGP rider and trained classical pianist, performs with members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

Where: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Plaza Stage

8 p.m.
Red Bull TNT Freestyle Motocross

What: Red Bull TNT Freestyle riders will perform aerial tricks and stunts after launching themselves high into the air from huge ramps.

Where: Broad Ripple, 62nd St. between College Ave. and Guilford Ave.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 12

7-11 p.m.
XDL Sportbike Freestyle Championship at Indy

What: High-energy, high-thrill motorcycle stunt/drifting event

Where: North Street between Pennsylvania and Meridian Streets

7 p.m.-midnight
Motorcycles on Meridian

What: Meridian Street in downtown Indianapolis will be open only to motorcycle traffic and parking between Maryland and South Streets, providing a perfect opportunity for riders and fans to check out the exciting restaurants and downtown nightlife.

Where: Meridian Street between Maryland and South Streets

SATURDAY, SEPT. 13

5 p.m.
Qualifying Press Conference

Who: Three front-row riders of MotoGP class and pole winners in 125cc and 250cc class

Where: Economaki Press Conference Room, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Media Center

Note: Press conference for Red Bull Indianapolis GP credentialed
journalists/photographers only.

5:45 p.m. (approx.)
Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup Post-Race Press Conference

Where: Economaki Press Conference Room, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Media Center

Note: Press conference for Red Bull Indianapolis GP credentialed journalists/photographers only.

7 p.m.
Lucas Oil Indy Mile AMA Flat Track Grand National

What: The top national flat-track motorcycle racing series returns to the famed "Indy Mile" dirt oval for the first time since 1999. The top flat-track riders in the world will slide through the corners while racing handlebar-to-handlebar around the track.

Where: Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St.

Media Contact: Matthew Louck, The Promotion Company/Family Events, (317) 225-5488, mlouck@familyevents.com

7 p.m.-midnight
Motorcycles on Meridian

What: Meridian Street in downtown Indianapolis will be open only to motorcycle traffic and parking between Maryland and South Streets, providing a perfect opportunity for riders and fans to check out the exciting restaurants and downtown nightlife.

Where: Meridian Street between Maryland and South Streets

SUNDAY, SEPT. 14

11:15 a.m. (approx.)
Red Bull Riders Cup Post-Race Press Conference

Where: Economaki Press Conference Room, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Media Center

Note: Press conference for Red Bull Indianapolis GP credentialed journalists/photographers only.

Post-Race
Post-Race Press Conference

Who: The first three classified riders of each class

When: 125cc: Immediately after the end of the 125cc Podium Ceremony; 250cc: Immediately after the end of the 250cc Podium Ceremony; MotoGP: Immediately after the end of the MotoGP Podium Ceremony

Where: Economaki Press Conference Room, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Media Center

Note: Press conference for Red Bull Indianapolis GP credentialed journalist/photographers only.

Looks like plenty to do, hope the weather cooperates.
See ya in INDY

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If you missed the pre-race news conference ... this one image sums up it well.

Soup :: Loads More Indy GP Images From Indy

[ILVFR75]

nice! poor Pedrosa...

[drewl]

Ahhhhhhhhhhhh Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ah.

[cynyc]

Pedrosa...lol For those of your that didn't get to go. When they started announcing the starting grid by position, Nicky got the loudest cheer by far. When they called Pedrosa's name, everyone went, "Booooo!!". It was funny as hell.

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So this is a pick from the parade lap on Sat. at Indy... Who are the 4th gen and 6th gen VFR's of fame? (no, I don't know who they are, but that RWB is sweet looking)

saturday - fan parade lap