Katherine Legge to Attempt Historic ‘Double’ at Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600
Katherine Legge confirms ‘The Double’ at Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600
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British driver Katherine Legge will make history by attempting ‘The Double’ on Memorial Day weekend, competing in both the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on May 24. At 45, she becomes the first woman, and the oldest non-American, to undertake this challenging feat.
- 01Katherine Legge will compete in both the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on May 24.
- 02She drives the #11 Chevrolet for HMD Motorsports and the #78 Chevrolet for Live Fast Motorsports.
- 03Legge is the first woman and the oldest non-American to attempt ‘The Double’.
- 04She is the sixth driver in history to undertake this challenge.
- 05Legge is sponsored by e.l.f. Cosmetics, which supports her racing career.
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Katherine Legge, a British racing driver, will attempt the historic ‘Double’ on Memorial Day weekend, competing in both the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on May 24. Driving the #11 Chevrolet for HMD Motorsports in her fifth Indy 500 appearance at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, she will then switch to the #78 Chevrolet for Live Fast Motorsports at Charlotte Motor Speedway later that day. At 45 years old, Legge becomes the first woman and the oldest non-American to attempt this grueling 1,100-mile challenge, joining an elite group of only six drivers who have previously attempted ‘The Double.’ Expressing her gratitude for the opportunity, Legge emphasized the significance of this moment and her partnership with e.l.f. Cosmetics, which has supported her racing endeavors. Legge has competed in various prestigious motorsport series, including NASCAR, IndyCar, Formula E, and IMSA SportsCar Championship.
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Legge's attempt at 'The Double' highlights the growing representation of women in motorsports and may inspire future female drivers.
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