Scott Brayton
Race car driver, Indianapolis 500 participant
Born
February 20th, 1959
66 years ago
Died
1996
29 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Achieved significant success as a race car driver, primarily competing in the IndyCar series. Raced for several teams, including the legendary Team Menard. Competed in the Indianapolis 500 multiple times, with notable finishes that highlighted a strong career in motorsport. Tragically, an accident during a practice session led to a fatal incident in 1992, cutting short a promising career.
Competed in the Indianapolis 500 from 1981 to 1992
Achieved a best finish of second place in 1991
Won the 1998 IndyCar Series race at California Speedway
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