KATHERINE LEGGE Clears Refresher, Set For Fifth Indy 500 Start

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April 30, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • KATHERINE LEGGE battled clutch problems Tuesday in her No. 11 HMD/A.J. Foyt Racing Chevy before successfully completing her refresher test Wednesday at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Open Test.
  • LEGGE stands as the sole woman competitor in the 110th Indianapolis 500 field, preparing for her fifth start in the prestigious race scheduled for Sunday, May 24.
  • The two-day test saw 33 drivers combine for 4,697 trouble-free laps totaling 11,742.5 miles, with veteran drivers and rookies completing required orientation and refresher programs.

UPCOMING:

  • Indianapolis 500 Practice begins Tuesday, May 12
  • Sonsio Grand Prix at IMS Road Course – Saturday, May 9
  • 110th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge – Sunday, May 24

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Susan Wade originally appearing on www.autoweek.com