Verizon Dominates Indy 500 Data Connectivity
Verizon achieved a record-breaking data milestone at the 2025 Indianapolis 500, handling 172 terabytes (TB) of data in a single day - the highest data usage of any U.S. event in 2025. The network saw a 74.6% increase in 5G Ultrawideband volume to 61 TB inside the track compared to last year, with 15 TB being uploaded data. Outside the track, users consumed over 111 TB of data. The total combined data volume grew 35% year-over-year, driven by the commercial activation of 5G Standalone at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The event surpassed data usage records of both the NFL draft and Super Bowl, demonstrating Verizon's network capability to handle massive-scale events.
Verizon ha raggiunto un traguardo record di dati al 2025 Indianapolis 500, gestendo 172 terabyte (TB) di dati in un solo giorno - il più alto utilizzo di dati registrato in un evento negli Stati Uniti nel 2025. La rete ha registrato un incremento del 74,6% nel volume di 5G Ultrawideband, arrivando a 61 TB all'interno del circuito rispetto all'anno precedente, con 15 TB di dati caricati. Fuori dal circuito, gli utenti hanno consumato oltre 111 TB di dati. Il volume totale combinato di dati è cresciuto del 35% rispetto all'anno precedente, grazie all'attivazione commerciale del 5G Standalone all'Indianapolis Motor Speedway. L'evento ha superato i record di utilizzo dati sia del draft NFL che del Super Bowl, dimostrando la capacità della rete Verizon di gestire eventi su larga scala.
Verizon alcanzó un hito récord de datos en el Indianapolis 500 de 2025, manejando 172 terabytes (TB) de datos en un solo día, el mayor uso de datos en cualquier evento de EE.UU. en 2025. La red experimentó un incremento del 74,6% en el volumen de 5G Ultrawideband, llegando a 61 TB dentro del circuito en comparación con el año pasado, con 15 TB de datos subidos. Fuera del circuito, los usuarios consumieron más de 111 TB de datos. El volumen total combinado de datos creció un 35% interanual, impulsado por la activación comercial del 5G Standalone en el Indianapolis Motor Speedway. El evento superó los récords de uso de datos tanto del draft de la NFL como del Super Bowl, demostrando la capacidad de la red de Verizon para manejar eventos a gran escala.
버라이즌은 2025년 인디애나폴리스 500에서 기록적인 데이터 마일스톤을 달성하며 하루에 172테라바이트(TB)의 데이터를 처리했습니다. 이는 2025년 미국 내 모든 이벤트 중 가장 높은 데이터 사용량입니다. 네트워크는 작년 대비 트랙 내 5G 울트라와이드밴드 사용량이 74.6% 증가하여 61TB에 달했으며, 이 중 15TB는 업로드된 데이터였습니다. 트랙 외부에서는 사용자들이 111TB 이상의 데이터를 소비했습니다. 전체 데이터 사용량은 전년 대비 35% 증가했으며, 이는 인디애나폴리스 모터 스피드웨이에서 5G 스탠드얼론의 상업적 활성화에 힘입은 결과입니다. 이 이벤트는 NFL 드래프트와 슈퍼볼의 데이터 사용 기록을 넘어버라이즌 네트워크가 대규모 이벤트를 처리할 수 있는 능력을 입증했습니다.
Verizon a atteint un record historique de données lors de l'Indianapolis 500 de 2025, traitant 172 téraoctets (To) de données en une seule journée – la plus grande utilisation de données pour un événement aux États-Unis en 2025. Le réseau a enregistré une augmentation de 74,6% du volume 5G Ultrawideband, atteignant 61 To à l'intérieur du circuit par rapport à l'année précédente, avec 15 To de données téléchargées. À l'extérieur du circuit, les utilisateurs ont consommé plus de 111 To de données. Le volume total combiné de données a augmenté de 35% d'une année sur l'autre, grâce à l'activation commerciale du 5G Standalone à l'Indianapolis Motor Speedway. L'événement a dépassé les records d'utilisation de données du draft NFL et du Super Bowl, démontrant la capacité du réseau Verizon à gérer des événements de grande envergure.
Verizon erreichte beim Indianapolis 500 2025 einen rekordverdächtigen Datenmeilenstein und verarbeitete an einem einzigen Tag 172 Terabyte (TB) Daten – der höchste Datenverbrauch eines US-Events im Jahr 2025. Das Netzwerk verzeichnete einen 74,6%igen Anstieg des 5G Ultrawideband-Volumens auf 61 TB innerhalb der Rennstrecke im Vergleich zum Vorjahr, wobei 15 TB hochgeladene Daten waren. Außerhalb der Rennstrecke konsumierten Nutzer über 111 TB Daten. Das gesamte kombinierte Datenvolumen wuchs im Jahresvergleich um 35%, angetrieben durch die kommerzielle Aktivierung von 5G Standalone am Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Die Veranstaltung übertraf die Datenverbrauchsrekorde sowohl des NFL-Drafts als auch des Super Bowls und demonstrierte die Fähigkeit des Verizon-Netzwerks, Großveranstaltungen zu bewältigen.
- Record-breaking data usage of 172 TB demonstrates Verizon's superior network capacity
- 74.6% growth in 5G UW volume shows strong 5G adoption and network expansion
- Successful handling of more unique users than Super Bowl attendees proves network reliability
- Commercial activation of 5G Standalone enhances network capabilities and user experience
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Verizon sees more data usage on race day than any other U.S. event in 2025
INDIANAPOLIS, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2025 Indianapolis 500 race set a new milestone for data usage and connection at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on the Verizon network. In just one day, inside the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a total of 172 terabytes (TB) of data was used on the Verizon network, more than we’ve ever seen on the network at this race and one of the highest data usage events Verizon has ever recorded.
“Connecting a city’s worth of fans at the Indy 500, with more unique users than the Super Bowl had attendees, is a massive undertaking, putting unprecedented demand on wireless networks. We had more data running on our network than any previous NFL draft, and nearly twice the data of any Super Bowl in recorded history. The work and skill that goes into setting up a network to keep hundreds of thousands of people connected in one place is an incredible achievement. It’s the dedication from our teams that ensures our customers don’t have to worry about their phones during this event, no matter the scope,” said Andy Brady, President of Verizon Great Lakes.
"The unprecedented data usage we witnessed during the 2025 Indy 500 highlights the incredible passion and engagement of our fans," said Doug Boles, President of Indianapolis Motor Speedway. "The ability for fans to share their experiences in real-time through Verizon's robust network significantly enhances the event's atmosphere and global reach. This level of connectivity is crucial for modern sports experiences, and we're thrilled to partner with Verizon to deliver it."
The data doesn’t just speak for itself; it shouts. Verizon’s network experienced an extraordinary surge at the 2025 Indy 500, with 5G Ultrawideband (UW) playing a dominant role. To put 172 TB into context, that’s equivalent to more than 57 million digital photos (3 MB average). Here are the amazing results:
- Explosive 5G Growth: A staggering
74.6% leap in 5G UW volume of 61 TB inside the track over last year’s race (43 TB), revealing how fans are embracing the speed and capacity of 5G. - Surging Overall Traffic: A massive
48.5% increase in total combined 4G and 5G UW data volume inside IMS, proving the network’s capability to handle the intense demand. - High fan engagement: 15 TB of the 61 TB used inside the track was uploaded data, highlighting the high levels of fans sharing in real time.
- Surrounding Network Impact: Outside the track, more than 111 TB of data volume was used on the network, showing the event’s broader impact.
- Combined Volume Growth: The combined data volume inside and outside the venue was nearly 172 TB – a
35% increase from last year’s race day, demonstrating substantial year-over-year growth.
The key driver behind this data explosion was this year’s commercial activation of 5G Standalone at the IMS, allowing fans to easily upload videos and share their experiences in real time, further enhancing the fan experience. “This record breaking amount of traffic really highlights the rapid growth of 5G and how it’s truly built to handle massive events like the Indy 500. The data capacity of the Verizon network is unmatched,” said Brady.
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