‘Unfrosted’ Legion car heads to 40th INDYCAR Series in Long Beach (Photo: American Legion HQ)

Chip Ganassi Racing and The American Legion are promoting Netflix’s upcoming comedy film ‘Unfrosted,’ directed by Jerry Seinfeld.

Rookie Linus Lundqvist will drive a No. 8 American Legion Chip Ganassi Racing Honda during the NTT INDYCAR Series at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach on Sunday, sporting a special ‘Unfrosted’ paint scheme and images of Seinfeld and cast members. The partnership aims to broaden the reach of Be the One, The American Legion’s goal to reduce the number of Veterans lost to suicide. 

Dean Kessel, Chief Marketing Officer of The American Legion, expressed gratitude for the support of Jerry Seinfeld, the ‘Unfrosted’ team, Chip Ganassi, and others in supporting this mission. Chip Ganassi, owner of Chip Ganassi Racing, stated his enthusiasm about partnering with a brand like Netflix through their relationship with The American Legion on a fun project like ‘Unfrosted.’

The movie is set in Michigan in 1963, the year before Pop-Tarts became popular. Seinfeld, who directs, co-writes, and stars in the film, expressed gratitude to Chip Ganassi Racing for making this happen and honored to be affiliated with The American Legion and their work to support American Veterans. ‘Unfrosted’ will be available on Netflix on May 3.

Rookie Linus Lundqvist will drive the No. 8 American Legion Chip Ganassi Racing Honda during Sunday’s Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach (Photo: American Legion HQ)

The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach promises excitement with 85 laps covering 167.28 miles on a 1.968-mile, 11-turn street circuit around the Long Beach Convention Center. The course, tracing scenic Shoreline Drive, offers numerous opportunities for overtaking, notably at Turn 1.

Currently positioned 23rd in the NTT INDYCAR Series standings, Lundqvist faced a setback in the season opener in St. Petersburg, finishing 23rd after a late-race incident. However, he bounced back with a strong sixth-place finish in the non-points Thermal Club $1 Million Challenge.

Defending series champion Alex Palou heads into this weekend’s race ranked sixth overall. Sporting American Legion branding on his car, Palou arrives on the back of a victory in the Thermal Club $1 Million Challenge.

Weekend Schedule of live streaming for the Streets of Long Beach – NTT INDYCAR Series (all hours PST):

• Friday, April 19, from 2:50 to 4:05 p.m., NTT INDYCAR Series practice on Peacock.
• Saturday, April 20 from 8:25 a.m. to 9:25 a.m., Practice 2 for the NTT INDYCAR Series, and from 11:25 a.m. to 12:55 p.m., NTT INDYCAR Series qualifying.
• Sunday, April 21 from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., is the NTT INDYCAR Series warm-up on Peacock, followed by the race on Peacock and USA from 12-3 p.m.

Author: Rikki Almanza

Rikki is a Web Content Coordinator for the American Legion, Department of California. With a deep-rooted connection to the military, a spouse who is a Navy veteran, a father who served in the Air Force for 25 years, and a grandfather who proudly served, Rikki is committed to using her skills and knowledge to provide valuable assistance and resources to servicemembers and veterans.