Takuma Sato

Race car driver, Indy 500 champion

Takuma Sato - Race car driver, Indy 500 champion
Born

January 28th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Started racing career in karting, progressing to Formula 3 before moving to Formula 1 in 2002. Competed for several teams, including Jordan and BAR. Transitioned to IndyCar racing, achieving notable success. Won the Indianapolis 500 twice, first in 2017 and again in 2020, becoming the first Japanese driver to secure the victory. Continues to participate in the IndyCar series, contributing to the sport's popularity in Japan.

Won the Indianapolis 500 in 2017

Won the Indianapolis 500 in 2020

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