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5 days ago · In 1911 American Ray Harroun won the first 500 in about 6 hours 42 minutes with an average speed of 74.6 miles (120.1 km) per hour; he received winnings of $14,250.
5 days ago · The first recorded automobile race of its distance, the inaugural Indianapolis 500 was won by Ray Harroun in 6.70220 hours. Haroun's average speed through the race was 120 kph (74.59 mph).
Jun 9, 2024 · The first recorded automobile race of its distance, the inaugural Indianapolis 500 was won by Ray Harroun in 0.039894 weeks. Haroun's average speed through the race was 120 kph (74.59 mph).
6 days ago · A myriad of stories tell of the race's triumph and tragedy, featuring a host of great names from the first winner Ray Harroun to Sam Hornish, the 2006 recipient of the Borg Warner Trophy. A must for the serious racing fan and a testament to the greatest of American races.
Jun 28, 2024 · Indianapolis Motor Speedway race results. Race results from the automobile and motorcycle races contested at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana. Races have been held on seven different track configurations: Oval (1909–present): 2.500 miles; 4 turns; counter-clockwise.
6 days ago · Dave Buck, Al Livingstone and two-time AAA champion Ralph Mulford were the first winners on the course. Ray Harroun was also among the competitors. Just as Elgin giveth, however, Elgin taketh. In 1911, Buck and his mechanic died in a crash that left several people injured in a fallen grandstand.
Jun 14, 2024 · The inaugural Indianapolis 500 took place on May 30, 1911. Ray Harroun emerged victorious in his Marmon Wasp, pioneering the rear-view mirror concept.
