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Katherine Legge Makes History as NASCAR's First Female Racer Since 2018

3/7/2025

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Katherine Legge is set to make history as she steps into the NASCAR Cup Series at Phoenix Raceway, becoming the first woman to race since Danica Patrick in 2018. At 44, this British driver, with a rich racing background including the Indianapolis 500, is determined to shatter stereotypes in a traditionally male-dominated arena.

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Katherine Legge is set to make history as she steps into the NASCAR Cup Series at Phoenix Raceway, becoming the first woman to race since Danica Patrick in 2018. At 44, this British driver, with a rich racing background including the Indianapolis 500, is determined to shatter stereotypes in a traditionally male-dominated arena.