KATHERINE LEGGE’s 2006 Road America Crash Resurfaces as She Preps for Pikes Peak

June 22, 2025

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KATHERINE LEGGE continues proving her resilience as one of motorsports’ most versatile veterans, currently competing part-time in NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series while preparing for this weekend’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in an Acura Integra Type S. Her ability to bounce between disciplines shows exactly why we need more women with her depth of experience in the sport.
The 2006 Road America crash that nearly ended LEGGE’s career has resurfaced in fan discussions as IndyCar returns to the track. Her rear wing failure at 180 mph sent her airborne into the catch fence with just five laps remaining while battling for sixth place – a reminder that even the most experienced drivers face split-second disasters beyond their control.
Fan reactions reveal both the lasting impact of LEGGE’s crash and genuine appreciation for the safety advances that saved her life. Comments range from spine-chilling memories to relief that she walked away, with many crediting IndyCar’s safety standards and response teams for preventing what could have been a tragedy in women’s racing.