Katherine Legge calls Double attempt a "calamity of errors" after tough Coke 600
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Key Points:
- Katherine Legge became the sixth driver in history to start both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, joining notable names like Tony Stewart and Kyle Larson.
- Her Indy 500 race ended early after 17 laps due to a crash while trying to avoid Ryan Hunter-Reay's spin, finishing last in the 110th running.
- After flying to Charlotte Motor Speedway, Legge competed in the Coca-Cola 600, facing a wheel issue late in the race but finishing 31st, 12 laps behind the winner.
- Legge completed a total of 585 miles between the two races, short of the 1,100-mile goal, with rain also shortening the Coca-Cola 600 by 27 laps.
- Reflecting on the challenging day, Legge acknowledged the difficulties but remained positive about the experience and the improvements made to the car during the race.