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Lee Wallard

American racing driver (1910-1963)

  • Fame51.8
  • Momentum12.0
  • Wikipedia1.5K
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Lived 1910–1963, aged 53United States
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  • Era
    1910–1963
    Aged 53
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Updated 2026-06-19

Leland Wallard was an American racing driver. After a slow start to his career, the unheralded Wallard scored a "Cinderella" victory, authoring a dominating performance in the 1951 Indianapolis 500. Days later, Wallard's career ended as he suffered severe burns when his car caught fire during a promotional event.

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Completeness50.0
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