Louis Meyer
American racecar driver (1904-1995) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 91
Louis Meyer was an American racing driver who was the first three-time winner of the Indianapolis 500. He is generally regarded as one of the finest racers of his generation. Meyer is perhaps best known as the driver who started the tradition of drinking milk after winning the Indianapolis 500.
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Meyer's winning car from the 1928 Indianapolis 500
Meyer in victory lane after winning the 1928 Indianapolis 500
Meyer with riding mechanic Lawson Harris on the cover of El Gráfico magazine, 1933
Meyer's name and likeness among the winners memorialized upon the Borg-Warner Trophy - Meyer was the inaugural awardee of the trophy in 1936Awards
About this person
Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1904 to 1995 · aged 91
