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Watch: Japanese commentators go wild over Takuma Sato's Indy 500 win

Thomas J. Russo-USA TODAY Sports / Action Images

Takuma Sato made history at the 101st running of the Indy 500 on Sunday, becoming the first Japanese-born driver to win the race and the first 40-year-old champion since 1998.

Japanese commentators couldn't contain their excitement when the Tokyo native crossed the finish line at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, as evidenced by the awesome video above.

- With h/t to For The Win

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