Indianapolis 500
Round 3 · Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis, USA
1956-05-30
Winner: Pat Flaherty (Watson)
Who won the 1956 Indianapolis 500?
The 1956 Indianapolis 500 was won by Pat Flaherty driving for Watson, starting from pole position. Pat Flaherty finished second, 3:53:28.840 behind, with Sam Hanks completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 30 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 3 of the 1956 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, USA. Don Freeland was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 23 positions from P26 to finish P3.
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1956 Indianapolis 500 — FAQ
Who won the 1956 Indianapolis 500?+
Pat Flaherty (Watson) won the 1956 Indianapolis 500 on 1956-05-30 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1956 Indianapolis 500?+
P1: Pat Flaherty (Watson). P2: Pat Flaherty (Watson), 3:53:28.840 behind. P3: Sam Hanks (Kurtis Kraft), +20.450 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1956 Indianapolis 500?+
Pat Flaherty took pole position for the 1956 Indianapolis 500.
Which team won the 1956 Indianapolis 500?+
Watson won the 1956 Indianapolis 500 with Pat Flaherty taking victory.