KATHERINE LEGGE Sole Female Driver in 110th Indianapolis 500 Field

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April 28, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • KATHERINE LEGGE returns for fifth Indy 500 start as sole female driver in 2026 field, piloting #11 Chevrolet backed by e.l.f. Cosmetics in HMD Motorsports-AJ Foyt Racing collaboration starting May 24.
  • LEGGE holds historic 2023 achievement: fastest qualifying lap and four-lap average ever recorded by a woman at Indianapolis, showcasing her elite speed credentials on the sport’s biggest stage.
  • Partnership marks strategic expansion for HMD Motorsports, known for INDY NXT driver development prowess, now stepping into Month of May alongside one of American motorsport’s most storied organizations.
  • LEGGE brings multi-discipline experience including NASCAR Cup Series and 22nd-place Indy debut finish in 2012, joining limited group of women who’ve competed in race’s 110-year history.

UPCOMING:

  • Indianapolis 500 preparations begin May 12, 2026 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
  • 110th Indianapolis 500 race scheduled for May 24, 2026

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KATHERINE LEGGE

chevrolet, hmd motorsports, indianapolis motor speedway, indy nxt

GRRL! summary based upon reporting by RACERS originally appearing on www.racers-behindthehelmet.com