Indy 500 drivers: Meet the starting grid for 2026 race, from pole winner Alex Palou to Katherine Legge
The starting grid for the 2026 Indy 500 has been announced, featuring 33 drivers competing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Alex Palou, the previous year's winner, secured the pole position with an impressive qualifying speed of 232.248 mph. Katherine Legge aims to make history by racing in both the Indy 500 and NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.
- ▪Alex Palou won the pole position for the 2026 Indy 500.
- ▪The race will feature a total of 33 drivers, including previous winners.
- ▪Katherine Legge is attempting to complete the 'Double' by racing in both the Indy 500 and NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600.
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- ▪ Defending champ Palou takes pole for Indy 500 — ESPN — F1
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 17:17:02 +0000 |
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