Katherine Legge returns to the Indianapolis 500 in 2026; how many women have raced at IMS?
Katherine Legge will compete in the Indianapolis 500 in 2026, marking her fifth appearance in the race. She is notable for being the first woman to attempt the 'Double,' racing in both the Indy 500 and NASCAR's Coke 600 on the same day. The article also highlights the history of female drivers in the Indy 500, including Janet Guthrie and Danica Patrick.
- ▪Katherine Legge qualified 26th in the No. 11 A.J. Foyt Racing/HMD Motorsports Chevrolet.
- ▪Nine women have raced in the Indy 500, with Janet Guthrie breaking the gender barrier in 1977.
- ▪Danica Patrick is the most-accomplished woman in the race's history, finishing 3rd in 2009.
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