The 1995 Indianapolis 500 was the 79th running of the iconic auto race held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It took place on May 28, 1995, and featured a field of 33 drivers competing for the prestigious title. Dario Franchitti won the race, driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, marking his first victory at the Indianapolis 500. The event was notable for its high speeds and competitive field, with Franchitti completing the race in a time of 3 hours, 26 minutes, and 56 seconds, averaging over 140 miles per hour.