Indy 500 2014: Top Drivers to Watch at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

The Indianapolis 500 kicks into high gear on Sunday, pitting IndyCar's top drivers against each other in the sport's most anticipated event of the year. Last Sunday's Fast Nine qualifying event set the bar high with a highly contested battle for the first position. Ed Carpenter ultimately won for the second straight season, setting up an intriguing starting grid for the big race's 98th running. Here are the top grid position slotted for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend along with a look at some of the marquee names to watch.   Helio Castroneves Established veteran Helio Castroneves must always be taken seriously as one of IndyCar's top contenders. Currently ranked fourth in the standings, the 39-year-old can bolster his o...

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