Toronto Indy race lands Molson Coors Beer sponsorship

Under CART the Toronto race was three times bigger than it is today and Molson sponsorship was a big part of that . Here in 2001 Michael Andretti (C) celebrates one of his 7 Toronto wins and AR1.com was there

Molson Coors is returning to the Indy. Organizers of the Honda Indy Toronto today announced a new partnership with Molson Coors Canada to serve as the official beer and cider of Ontario's largest annual sporting event, through 2017.

"Toronto has an important place in the history of auto racing in Canada and Molson Coors has been a big part of that," said Charlie Johnstone, President of the Honda Indy Toronto. "We are thrilled to welcome them back as a major partner of the event."

This is the first year that Molson Coors will be associated with the event since founding and holding title sponsorship of the event from 1986 to 2006. Indy fans will now be able to responsibly enjoy the event with the great brand portfolio of Molson Coors, including Coors Light, Molson Canadian, Creemore Lot 9 Pilsner, Granville Island Hey Day Hefeweizen, Molson Canadian Cider and Heineken.

“We are so excited to be back once again with this awesome motorsport event. Molson Coors has a long history of supporting community events across Canada and we are very proud to be part of the Honda Indy Toronto excitement again!" said Greg Barbour, Senior Director of Sponsorship and Events, Molson Coors Canada. “Our brands have grown hand in glove with the most important sports events in this country and we look forward to joining Honda Indy Toronto fans to celebrate."

In 2015, the Honda Indy Toronto will feature a full-site license and a central beer garden located near food vendors and interactive games. Individual vendors selling beverages will also roam the grounds.

Tickets for the 2015 Honda Indy Toronto are available now online at www.hondaindy.com or by phone at 1-877-725-8849.