How Helio Castroneves can make history at 2026 Indy 500
Helio Castroneves has the opportunity to make history at the 2026 Indy 500 by potentially winning his fifth title. This would set him apart as the only driver to achieve such a feat in the race's history. Currently, he is tied with three other legendary drivers who have each won four times.
- ▪Castroneves won his first Indy 500 in 2001 and has since secured four victories.
- ▪He last won the race in 2021 and is still considered a strong contender.
- ▪Winning a fifth title would solidify his status as the greatest IndyCar driver of all time.
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| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/helio-castroneves-history-2026-indy-110521268.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 11:05:21 +0000 |
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