Katherine Legge qualifies for Indy 500 in first step of historic Double attempt
Katherine Legge has qualified for the Indianapolis 500, marking a significant milestone in her attempt to become the first woman to complete 'The Double.' She will race in both the Indy 500 and NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. Legge is also the oldest driver and the first non-American-born driver to attempt this feat.
- ▪Katherine Legge qualified for the Indy 500 with an average speed of 229.456 miles per hour, securing 27th place in a field of 33 cars.
- ▪She will attempt to race in both the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on May 24, 2026.
- ▪Legge is the first woman to attempt 'The Double' and will be sponsored by e.l.f. Cosmetics.
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