Indianapolis 500
Round 3 · Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis, USA
1960-05-30
Winner: Jim Rathmann (Watson)
Who won the 1960 Indianapolis 500?
The 1960 Indianapolis 500 was won by Jim Rathmann driving for Watson, starting from 2nd on the grid. Rodger Ward finished second, +12.750 behind, with Paul Goldsmith completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 17 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 3 of the 1960 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, USA. Paul Goldsmith was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 23 positions from P26 to finish P3.
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Race Results
| Pos | Driver | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jim Rathmann | 8 |
| 2 | Rodger Ward | 6 |
| 3 | Paul Goldsmith | 4 |
| 4 | Don Branson | 3 |
| 5 | Johnny Thomson | 2 |
| 6 | Eddie Johnson | 1 |
| 7 | Lloyd Ruby | 0 |
| 8 | Bob Veith | 0 |
| 9 | Bud Tingelstad | 0 |
| 10 | Bob Christie | 0 |
| 11 | Red Amick | 0 |
| 12 | Duane Carter | 0 |
| 13 | Bill Homeier | 0 |
| 14 | Gene Hartley | 0 |
| 15 | Chuck Stevenson | 0 |
| 16 | Bobby Grim | 0 |
| 17 | Shorty Templeman | 0 |
| 18 | Jim Hurtubise | 0 |
| 19 | Jimmy Bryan | 0 |
| 20 | Troy Ruttman | 0 |
| 21 | Eddie Sachs | 0 |
| 22 | Don Freeland | 0 |
| 23 | Tony Bettenhausen | 0 |
| 24 | Wayne Weiler | 0 |
| 25 | Anthony Foyt | 0 |
| 26 | Eddie Russo | 0 |
| 27 | Johnny Boyd | 0 |
| 28 | Gene Force | 0 |
| 29 | Jim McWithey | 0 |
| 30 | Len Sutton | 0 |
| 31 | Dick Rathmann | 0 |
| 32 | Al Herman | 0 |
| 33 | Dempsey Wilson | 0 |
1960 Indianapolis 500 — FAQ
Who won the 1960 Indianapolis 500?+
Jim Rathmann (Watson) won the 1960 Indianapolis 500 on 1960-05-30 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1960 Indianapolis 500?+
P1: Jim Rathmann (Watson). P2: Rodger Ward (Watson), +12.750 behind. P3: Paul Goldsmith (Epperly), +3:07.300 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1960 Indianapolis 500?+
Eddie Sachs took pole position for the 1960 Indianapolis 500.
Which team won the 1960 Indianapolis 500?+
Watson won the 1960 Indianapolis 500 with Jim Rathmann taking victory.