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Ray Harroun became the 1st winner of the Indy 500 car race in 1911. He averaged a speed of 74.6 mph and finished in 6 hours and 42 min.

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In 1977, Janet Guthrie became the first female driver to compete in the Indianapolis 500.

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As of 2017, no women has won the Indy 500 race. Only Danica Patrick has got closest of finishing 3rd during the 2009.

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On Sunday, May 29, 1977, Janet Guthrie, became the first woman to compete in the Indianapolis 500. Janet started 26th and finished 29th in the race.

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Janet Guthrie (1977-79).

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Danica Patrick in 2005

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