What is the Indy 500-NASCAR double? How Katherine Legge can join Tony Stewart, Kurt Busch with rare feat
Katherine Legge is attempting the rare Indy 500-NASCAR double, aiming to become the first woman to start both races on the same day. This challenging feat involves competing in the Indy 500 in Indianapolis followed by the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte. Previous attempts have faced obstacles, including weather and crashes, making Legge's endeavor particularly noteworthy.
- ▪Katherine Legge is trying to complete the Indy 500-NASCAR double, a rare achievement in motorsports.
- ▪No woman has ever started both the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.
- ▪Kyle Larson previously attempted the double but faced weather issues and crashes in his attempts.
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