Indianapolis 500
Round 2 · Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis, USA
1954-05-31
Winner: Bill Vukovich (Kurtis Kraft)
Who won the 1954 Indianapolis 500?
The 1954 Indianapolis 500 was won by Bill Vukovich driving for Kurtis Kraft, starting from 19th on the grid. Jimmy Bryan finished second, +1:09.950 behind, with Jack McGrath completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 24 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 2 of the 1954 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, USA. Jerry Hoyt was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 24 positions from P32 to finish P8.
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1954 Indianapolis 500 — FAQ
Who won the 1954 Indianapolis 500?+
Bill Vukovich (Kurtis Kraft) won the 1954 Indianapolis 500 on 1954-05-31 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1954 Indianapolis 500?+
P1: Bill Vukovich (Kurtis Kraft). P2: Jimmy Bryan (Kuzma), +1:09.950 behind. P3: Jack McGrath (Kurtis Kraft), +1:19.730 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1954 Indianapolis 500?+
Jack McGrath took pole position for the 1954 Indianapolis 500.
Which team won the 1954 Indianapolis 500?+
Kurtis Kraft won the 1954 Indianapolis 500 with Bill Vukovich taking victory.