Tony Stewart's remarkable achievement on Memorial Day weekend in 2001 solidified his legacy in motorsport history. Competing in both the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600, Stewart became the only driver to complete every lap of both races on the same day, covering over 1,100 miles. He started his day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, finishing the Indy 500 at approximately 3:30 p.m. and quickly transitioning to the NASCAR event at Charlotte Motor Speedway. After a swift series of logistics, including receiving two liters of IV fluids during his flight, Stewart arrived just in time for the Coca-Cola 600, where he finished third despite starting at the back of the grid due to missing the pre-race meeting. His earlier attempt in 1999 had ended poorly, with Stewart passing out in his car after finishing the Coca-Cola 600. His record from 2001 remains unmatched, and on May 24, 2026, Katherine Legge will attempt to become the first woman to take on this challenging double.