 The two granite bases are not actually attached to the trophy and are rarely seen with it when the trophy tours.This makes it possible for it to be picked up and held by its winner.Originally announced on October 12, 2011 as the new championship trophy for the IndyCar Series, it was first presented to Dario Franchitti on February 13, 2012, during the organisation's State of INDYCAR address at Hilbert Circle.