Female Indy 500 driver says racing is the only sport with gender equality.

Meet Katherine Legge: The Only Female Competitor at the Indy 500

“I think it’s the only sport in the world that we can compete equally with the guys,”

– Katherine Legge

British IndyCar driver Katherine Legge is set to make history as the sole female competitor at Sunday’s 107th running of the Indianapolis 500. In a recent interview with Today, Legge expressed her belief that auto racing is the only sport where men and women are on equal terms.

“If somebody asked me to bench press as much as a guy, that’s just not gonna happen, but driving a racecar for 500 miles…I think I got it,” Legge confidently stated.

At 42 years old, Legge is returning to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the third time since her debut in the 500 back in 2013. As the only female racer, the pressure is on, but Legge is determined to make her mark.

Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Women Everywhere

Legge’s presence at the Indy 500 is not only a testament to her skill and determination but also a symbol of progress for women in sports. “Ten years ago, mostly all the fans were guys,” she noted. “This time around, you see almost 50% women, and it’s been incredible.”

As a mother, Legge is also aware of the impact her achievements can have on future generations. “They come up to you, and they say, ‘You’re racing for every woman out here,’ and when my daughter grows up, she knows she can be anything that she wants to be.”

Legge is not the first woman to compete in the Indy 500, but she has already made history by setting a record for the fastest female qualifying lap. With her eyes set on the finish line, Legge is ready to show the world what she’s made of.

Don’t Miss the Action

The 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 is set to begin on Sunday at 12:45 p.m. Be sure to tune in and cheer on Katherine Legge as she makes her mark in the world of auto racing!

• What: 107th running of the Indianapolis 500
• When: Sunday, [insert date and time]
• Where: Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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