DeMarcus Ware, Ivan Rodriguez Named Grand Marshals for INDYCAR Arlington

Former NFL star DeMarcus Ware and baseball Hall of Famer Ivan Rodriguez have been named as the Grand Marshals for INDYCAR's Grand Prix of Arlington in March, where they will give the command to start the race. This prestigious honor recognizes their outstanding athletic achievements and contributions to their respective sports. Ware, a dominant defensive end who played for the Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos, was a seven-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion. Rodriguez, affectionately known as 'Pudge,' is considered one of the greatest catchers in baseball history with a 21-year career that earned him 11 Gold Gloves and 14 All-Star selections. The Grand Marshal role is a tradition in motorsports where celebrated figures from various sports and entertainment fields are invited to participate in pre-race ceremonies and give the famous command to start engines.