# 15 Scary Indy 500 Crashes That Shook Race Fans

> Although the oldest race in the Triple Crown of Motorsport, the Indianapolis 500, keeps up many of its time-honored traditions, it has also evolved a great deal since its origin in 1911.

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- **Published:** 2026-05-01
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #race #crashes #fans #indy #scary #shook #although #always
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