How Many Drivers Have Died at the Indianapolis 500?
A Staggering Number
The Indianapolis 500 is one of the most prestigious and dangerous races in the world. Since its inception in 1911, there have been a total of 74 fatalities at the race, including both drivers and spectators. Of the 74 fatalities, 59 have occurred during the race itself, while the remaining 15 have occurred during qualifying or practice sessions.
A History of Tragedy
The first driver to die at the Indianapolis 500 was Joe Boyer, who was killed in a crash during the 1911 race. Since then, there have been a number of other high-profile drivers who have died at the race, including: * Gil de Ferran (2003) * Justin Wilson (2015) * Al Unser Sr. (2021) The death of Al Unser Sr. was particularly tragic, as he was one of only four drivers to win the Indianapolis 500 four times. His death brought the total number of fatalities at the race to 74, a staggering number that serves as a reminder of the dangers of auto racing.
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