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Indy 500 logbook – Flagman, an agitator's job

Before the 500 Indy 2022, AUTOhebdo takes you behind the scenes of this extraordinary event. First episode to meet the flagman Aaron Likens, a passionate man predestined for this spectacular role despite having Asperger's syndrome.

Published on 26/05/2022 à 09:45

Medhi Casaurang

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Indy 500 logbook – Flagman, an agitator's job

Aaron Likens waves the checkered flags at the 2021 St Petersburg GP. © IndyCar Media

During the days preceding the 106th edition of the Indianapolis 500, AUTOhebdo takes you to discover Indy, as you have probably never seen it. First episode with the work of Aaron Likens, the flagman predestined to wave the flags on the start/finish line of the Indy 500.

Waving a flag is not rocket science. All you need is an arm, a piece of fabric, and that's it. Even celebrities who have little to do with motorsport are invited to take advantage of this privilege. And yet, this is not an easy task. The great Pelé at the 2002 Brazilian Grand Prix ou model Winnie Harlow

Medhi Casaurang

Passionate about the history of motorsport across all disciplines, I learned to read thanks to AUTOhebdo. At least that's what my parents tell everyone when they see my name inside!

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