KATHERINE LEGGE Returns to Indy 500 as Lone Female Entry in 110th Running
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April 27, 2026
GRRL! SUMMARY:
- KATHERINE LEGGE returns for fifth Indy 500 start, piloting No. 11 Chevrolet for HMD Motorsports-AJ Foyt Racing partnership, backed by e.l.f. Cosmetics. She’s the sole female entry in the 110th running.
- The 45-year-old Englishwoman holds female qualifying records at IMS: fastest single lap (231.627 mph) and four-lap average (231.070 mph) from 2023. Best race finish was 22nd in 2012 debut.
- LEGGE joins exclusive club as ninth woman ever to compete in Indy 500. Partnership leverages HMD’s INDY NXT development success and Foyt Racing’s legendary Indianapolis pedigree for May competition.
UPCOMING:
- Indianapolis 500 practice sessions begin May 12, 2026 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
- 110th Indianapolis 500 race day scheduled for May 24, 2026
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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Field Level Media originally appearing on yournews.com
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