Katherine Legge Expands Racing Career with New Challenges

    Jan 11th, 2025

    Summary

    Katherine Legge's racing career, which has spanned over 25 years, is expanding as she prepares to compete in the ARCA Menards Series and the Chili Bowl. Known for her remarkable versatility, Legge has participated in numerous high-profile racing series, including IndyCar, Formula E, and IMSA, and has made history as the fastest-qualifying woman in the Indy 500. Originally from Britain, she rose through the ranks in developmental open-wheel series before achieving significant success in North America.

    Looking ahead to 2025, Legge is set to return to stock car racing, targeting the ARCA 200 at Daytona and the Chili Bowl Nationals, where she seeks to embrace new challenges. After a seven-year hiatus from stock cars, her renewed passion is evident, and she expresses a desire to build a lasting legacy within the sport. With a foundation built on major accomplishments, including being the first woman to win a significant North American open-wheel race, Legge aims to further her recognition and could potentially break into NASCAR's elite Cup Series, positioning her as a pioneering figure for future generations of female racers.

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