Legacy
The '"Spin and Win" result went down in Indy 500 lore as one of the most famous moments in the history of the race. Mario Andretti considered the 1985 race his "best chance to win," and his subsequent failure added to the Andretti curse. A disappointed Andretti refused to speak with Sullivan for almost a year after the race. In post-race interviews, the experienced Andretti claimed he baited the younger Sullivan during the pass, and deliberately pinched him down to the apron.
Sam Posey reflected the win as a "changing of the guard" on the Indy car circuit, as the young 'hot-shot' Sullivan beat the established and long-experienced Andretti. Likewise Indy legends such as Foyt was not a factor, and Johnny Rutherford, despite a strong finish, struggled to qualify.
With the victory, Danny Sullivan thrust into a superstar on the CART circuit. He guest-starred on an episode of Miami Vice ("Florence Italy") as well as a soap opera.
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