KATHERINE LEGGE Qualifies Career-Best 27th for Historic Indy 500 Double

May 19, 2026

• KATHERINE LEGGE posted career-best 27th qualifying position at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with 229.456 mph four-lap average in #11 HMD-Foyt Chevrolet, improving on her 2023 result of 29th despite limited practice time.
• The 45-year-old British driver will become first woman to attempt the legendary Double, racing both Indy 500 and NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 same day—joining exclusive six-driver club including Stewart, Larson, Busch.
• LEGGE brings proven NASCAR credentials with seven 2025 Cup starts for Live Fast Motorsports including impressive top-20 finishes at Chicago Street Course and Brickyard 400, plus 2026 Watkins Glen appearance.
• As sole female in 33-car Indy field and ninth woman ever to qualify, LEGGE’s dual-series campaign backed by e.l.f. Cosmetics showcases versatility spanning INDYCAR, IMSA WeatherTech victories, and 12 Rolex 24 starts.

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