Our good friend Robin Miller has a treatable form of bone cancer. Going It Alone in America Helps VeeKay Mature On, Off Track Rinus VeeKay has matured as a driver and a person since his debut last season in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. He currently is a correspondent and senior writer for Racer magazine and website, while also reporting on IndyCar broadcasts for the NBC Sports Network. Robin Miller Robin Miller flunked out of Ball State after two quarters, but got a job stooging for Jim Hurtubise at the 1968 Indianapolis 500 when Herk's was the last roadster to ever make the race. Cursing Much's foolishness, Robin hurriedly got ready, knowing exactly where the young man would have gone. On this week’s episode of New Track Record Podcast, Robin Miller of RACER and NBC Sports joins to break down the sale of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar to Roger Penske. [6] He started covering the Indianapolis 500 in 1969. By Michael Eubanks Sep 20, 2019, 1:00 PM EDT. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in any form without prior authorization. [7] The reasons given for his release were violations of the company's e-mail policy as well as the ethics policy. He will undergo stem cell in a few weeks. [3] He raced a Formula Ford in 1972, and then bought a midget car in 1974 from Gary Bettenhausen. It is the biggest MotoGP news portal on the internet! With many trusted sources throughout the paddock, Miller has broken several big stories regarding IndyCar racing and the Indy 500, including the 2008 IRL/CCWS unification. He graduated from Southport High School in Indianapolis and flunked out of Ball State University "after two very enjoyable quarters. ... IndyCar Series Robin Miller's Mailbag for May 5, presented by Honda Racing / HPD Robin Miller. Been email friends with Robin for years, hoping and praying for the best. Ferrucci Joins Rahal Letterman Lanigan for Indy with Hy-Vee. He got hired at The Indianapolis Star a month later and talked his way into the sports department, where he began covering USAC and IndyCar racing. IndyCar: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker. Welcome to the Robin Miller Mailbag presented by Honda Racing / HPD. Former Indy 500 Rookie of the Year Bob Lazier dies at 81. Miller first visited the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1957, and attended his first Indianapolis 500 in 1959. Much, the miller's son, would often watch as Robin improved his skill with the bow, and when he was old enough, Robin began to teach him. Yet another big time IndyCar name has come out in favor of the return of the 25/8 rule for Indianapolis 500 qualifying. Join Facebook to connect with Robin Miller and others you may know. RACER Magazine. However, he typically stopped short of directly criticizing most of the actual IRL drivers and crew members, explaining that most were hard-working and passionate about their sport, and merely intermixed in a political situation that was largely out of their control. Read more RACER. 21/10/2020 11:43. He was an Indy car pit crew member and drove in the USAC midget series in the 1970s. Three-time Barber winner Josef Newgarden lost control cresting the hill at the exit of Turn 4 on the opening lap and the carnage that ensued collected Colton Herta, Ryan Hunter-Reay, Felix Rosenqvist, … [7] An outside arbitrator ruled that the firing was justified due to "gross misconduct" on the job. Robin Miller on the Sale of IMS and IndyCar. He lost his radio show on WIBC and television job at Channel 13 for his anti-George stance. People really don't realize that besides Donald Davidson, Robin is pretty much the top Indycar historian. Popular Topics. Santino Ferrucci has joined Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing for the 105th Indianapolis 500. 46 min COVID-19 & Sports. 07/10/2020 11:12. One of his early assignments was a traveling reporter following the Indiana Pacers. During that time, he also wrote freelance for Champ Car's website. Miller worked as a racing writer/reporter at ESPN from 2001-2004. – 107.5 The Fan – (4/27/2021) Welcome to the Robin Miller Mailbag presented by Honda Racing / HPD. Get the latest IndyCar Series news, photos, rankings, lists and more on Bleacher Report. NBC Sports will have a new addition to the broadcast team for this year’s 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500. [3] A year later, he was moved into the sports department as a writer. [3], Miller was hired at The Indianapolis Star in 1968. In 1981, he gained attention when he accused A. J. Foyt of cheating, for which Foyt punched Miller, and the paper issued a retraction. Ten years after his father's death, Robin woke to find his adopted brother gone, and so was his bow. Year in Review. He has also written for Autoweek, Car and Driver, ESPN and Speed. He was fired in March 2007 from Champ Car after he wrote a critical column that was perceived as undue criticism. Any word on when the 2009 IndyCar schedule will be released? In 2004, Miller joined Speed as a writer and Indy Car "insider." Read more. Miller was hired for free to do odd jobs with the pit crew, but was fired before the end of the month after he ruined the paint job on Hurtubise's car. While the cheers from the IndyCar paddock were loud in the wake of the news Roger Penske is buying the IndyCar Series and Indianapolis Motor … Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar Series owner Roger Penske revealed as much to Robin Miller of RACER, noting it would be postponed until October if … Your use of this website constitutes acceptance of our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. [7] He also was charged with accepting $2,500 from Kenny Bräck for work on his web site[4][7] (Miller claims he never received the money[5]), and being paid to write promotional material for CART,[4] which violated company policy. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) [3], Miller become friends with chief mechanic Bill Finley, and driver Art Pollard. Following the 1996 open wheel split, Miller was highly critical of the Indy Racing League and Indianapolis Motor Speedway president Tony George. Robin Lee Miller (born October 27, 1949) is an American motorsports journalist. He got hired at The Indianapolis Star a month later and talked his way into the sports department, where he began covering USAC and IndyCar racing. [5], The worst moment in his career was when he lost his friend Art Pollard during practice for the Indy 500 in 1973. Robin Miller flunked out of Ball State after two quarters, but got a job stooging for Jim Hurtubise at the 1968 Indianapolis 500 when Herk's was the last roadster to ever make the race. [4] he appeared on programs such as RPM 2Night and SportsCentury. Miller also wrote and reported occasionally about NASCAR, including extensive coverage of the Brickyard 400. In January 2001, Miller was fired from the Star. Racer Media & Marketing, Inc., 17030 Red Hill Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614, 949.417.6700 He was assigned to various jobs, such as the pit board and vent man, but never worked mechanically on the cars. [3] He then competed in USAC midgets from 1975–83. INDYCAR. So, check the website around that time or after to get the complete schedule. "[2] He also spent one semester at IUPUI. For this, he drew considerable ire from many locals and from various city leaders, but likewise gained a considerable following from CART supporters. [4] In the early 1990s, he also served as emcee of the popular Last Row Party. [3] In 1968, at the age of 18, he got to "stooge" for his driving hero Jim Hurtubise[3][4] at Indy. We're sorry. Robin Miller joins The Marshall Pruett Podcast to deliver his first IndyCar Mid-Season Report Cards via audio as we dive into A.J. Even better, it’ll have a crowd again: 135,000 fans (with face coverings required) have been approved to attend the 105th running of the Indianapolis 500, which will take place on Sunday, May 30 and will be broadcast on NBC. Foyt Racing through Ed Carpenter Racing. The Morning Bark. At the 2011 Iowa Corn 250, he helped start the popular "grid walk" feature.[10]. Some of the NTT IndyCar Series' biggest stars take a moment to recognize RACER's Robin Miller who is reporting on his 50th Indianapolis 500. His duties include pre-race interviews and commentary. Robin Miller on IndyCar's desert debacle. Features. The latest IndyCar breaking news, analysis, features and more from Motorsport.com's team of international reporters and correspondents After about ten years, he quit driving due to his lack of mechanical knowledge, and massive debts. ... CORONAVIRUS & SPORTS: Get the latest news and information right in your inbox. Check back for Part 2 where we complete the team-by-team reviews… Eventually, after the department reorganized, Miller's duties shifted from columnist to focus solely on auto racing. He has never married, does not drink[3] and currently resides in Indianapolis. [8][9], Starting in 2011, Miller has served as an analyst for IndyCar coverage on Versus/NBC Sports Network. [3] His first car was a 1962 Ford Galaxie. and any news on new tracks? In 1972, he bought his first race car, from Andy Granatelli. He considers that race the highlight of his career,[3] however, he blew his engine and dropped out. He was an Indy car pit crew member and drove in the USAC midget series in the 1970s. Robin Miller. Well, the good news is that it’s back in May. Apr 6, 2021 INDYCAR. racer.com — Jake Galstad/Motorsport Images By Robin Miller | April 18, 2021 4:32 PM The 2021 NTT IndyCar season was about 15 seconds old Sunday afternoon when all hell broke loose. Miller's best race came in 1980 when he qualified 5th out of 93 cars for the annual "Hut 100" at the Terre Haute Action Track, a dirt race that featured 33 starters in 11 rows of three like Indy and also sported several top Indy drivers of the time. Robin Miller's Mailbag for October 7, presented by Honda Racing / HPD. [7] He reportedly sent abusive e-mails to readers, sent pornographic material to co-workers, and sent defamatory e-mails about local community leaders (namely Tony George and Colts officials). IndyCar .com is reporting that the 2009 schedule will be released tomorrow, July 30th, at 11am EST. Miller is best known for being a writer at The Indianapolis Star from 1968–2001. By: Robin Miller, Dick Mann, one of the most versatile riders in American Motorcycle Racing history, passed away age at 87 earlier this week but he could (…), ‘Finicky’ Mid-Ohio complicating CORE autosport’s learning process in LMP3, Photos: SVRA’s Spring Vintage Festival at Road America, New names top the standings in Trans Am West Coast qualifying at Thunderhill, Cindric collects third Xfinity win of the season at Dover, AWA delivers Pilot Challenge win at Mid-Ohio, All contents copyright © 2021, Racer Media & Marketing, Inc. All rights reserved. [5] One of his heated columns led to the girls' basketball team from Franklin College challenge the paper's sports department to a match, and the sportswriters won the game.[5]. 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He got hired at The Indianapolis Star a month later and talked his way into the sports department, where he began covering USAC and IndyCar racing. [5] During his career, he became a polarizing figure. Miller worked for 33 years at The Indianapolis Star, becoming one of the nation's best known sports writers for Indy car racing. By: Joey Barnes. [7] Robin Miller Robin Miller flunked out of Ball State after two quarters, but got a job stooging for Jim Hurtubise at the 1968 Indianapolis 500 when Herk's was the last roadster to ever make the race. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES will continue to have global reach in 2021 with various broadcast partners. He got hired at The Indianapolis Star a month later and talked his way into the sports department, where he began covering USAC and IndyCar racing. You can follow the Santa Clarita, California-based company at: hpd.honda.com and on social media at @HondaRacing_HPD and Questio…. Robin Lee Miller (born October 27, 1949) is an American motorsports journalist. [7] Miller contended that the Indianapolis Motor Speedway president Tony George conspired to have him fired,[4] due to his ongoing bad press about the IRL,[6] and that behind the scenes, the Speedway would accept The Star as a business partner only if Miller was fired.[4][5]. [3] Finley, one of the last true chief mechanics at Indianapolis, described Miller as "without a mechanical bone in his body.". Robin Miller Robin Miller flunked out of Ball State after two quarters, but got a job stooging for Jim Hurtubise at the 1968 Indianapolis 500 when Herk's was the last roadster to ever make the race. Because the first oval-track show of … Miller filed a grievance over the dismissal, however, it was dismissed. [3] Miller also stirred up controversy, taking on Bobby Knight, the Irsay family, girls' basketball, and female golfers. He remained at the position until Speed's conversion to Fox Sports 1 in 2013. RACER's Robin Miller is surprised by IndyCar CEO Mark Miles and his friends Mario Andretti, A.J. 4 hr NFL Draft. View the profiles of people named Robin Miller. [3][4] It was common during that time for racing teams to hire extra freelance help for the Indy 500 due to the extended (month-long) work commitment. From 1971–78 (concurrent to his work with The Star), Miller began working on pit crews at the Indianapolis 500. You can follow the Santa Clarita, California-based company at: hpd.honda.com and on social media at @HondaRacing_HPD and Questio… He became a regular contributor to SpeedTV.com, SPEED Center, and WindTunnel with Dave Despain. "They should refund everyone's money," one prominent driver said afterward. Robin Miller WATCH LIVE: IndyCar practice at Laguna Seca. Caleb Hatch. His first duties included answering telephones in the sports department. Good news/bad news. – RACER – (4/28/2021) Trackside podcast 4/26/21 – 107.5 The Fan’s Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee radio show from 4/26/2021 is a great listen as always. Miller claims he has lost over $250,000 gambling. IndyCar: Rumors abound about remaining open 2020 seats. The Quiz of the Day. The news broke early today that Robin Miller was called into the front offices of the Indianapolis Star and, according to Miller's interview on TV, he presented his usual 'disrespectful and insubordinate' side to his management superiors.