The story behind why Indianapolis 500 winners drink milk in victory circle

The story behind why Indianapolis 500 winners drink milk in victory circle

Tradition began with Louis Meyer in 1936

Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden drinks milk on the victory podium after winning the 108th Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 26, 2024. (IMAGN)

Milk bottles for the 2025 Indy 500 are signed by drivers Devlin DeFrancesco, Louis Foster and Felix Rosenqvist during the mailing of the famous blue envelopes with tickets for the Indianapolis 500 on March 12, 2025. (IMAGN)

Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden drinks his milk after winning the Indy 500 on May 26, 2024. (IMAGN)