Buddy Lazier
Race car driver, Indy 500 champion
Born
October 31st, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A successful race car driver from the United States, achieved prominence in the IndyCar series. Excelled in open-wheel racing, securing the prestigious Indianapolis 500 title in 1996. Competed for multiple teams throughout the career, including Galles Racing and Hemelgarn Racing. Participated in several seasons of the Indy Racing League, consistently demonstrating skill on challenging tracks.
Won the Indianapolis 500 in 1996
Earned multiple top-10 finishes in the IndyCar series
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