The start of the 2012 Indianapolis 500. (IMS Archives Photo)
The start of the 2012 Indianapolis 500. (IMS Archives Photo)
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Drivers You Didn’t Know Raced At Indy

May 24, 2019

George Follmer made three Indianapolis 500 starts during his career. (IMS Archives Photo)
George Follmer made three Indianapolis 500 starts during his career. (IMS Archives Photo)

George Follmer

A star road racer, George Follmer also tried his hand at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Indianapolis 500. Luck wasn’t on Follmer’s side as he failed to finish in his three attempts. His best finish came in 1971 when he finished 15th after starting 29th.