Anthony Joseph Foyt Jr. (born January 16, 1935) is an American former racing driver who competed in numerous disciplines of motorsport. He is best known for his open wheel racing career, and for becoming the first four-time winner of the Indianapolis 500. He holds the most American National Championship titles in history, winning seven.

6 days ago · AJ Foyt’s critique of Formula 1 stems from his extensive experience and success in open-wheel racing, a sphere where he truly excelled. Foyt is an iconic figure in motorsport, particularly renowned for his achievements in the Indianapolis 500 , an event that has long been a cornerstone of open-wheel racing in the United States.

Anthony Joseph "A. J." Foyt Jr. (born January 16, 1935 in Houston, Texas) is a retired driver with an extensive career in United States motor racing. He is a winner of the Indianapolis 500 (four times), the Daytona 500, the 24 Hours of Daytona and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

May 19, 2023 · Even today, more than 30 years after he last drove a race car, Foyt still owns the record for Indy car championships (7), starts (369), wins (67), podiums (117) and is the only driver to win the...

Learn about A.J. Foyt's life, career and passions on and off the race track. Check in on what his IndyCar teams are doing currently in professional motorsport.

Jan 16, 2023 · Foyt won on the biggest stages in the world. Races such as the Indianapolis 500, Daytona 500 and 24 Hours of Le Mans — he’s the only driver to have won all three of those. His third Indy win came just two weeks before his Le Mans triumph. Foyt also twice won the Rolex 24 At Daytona and the 12 Hours of Sebring.

Jan 21, 2025 · AJ Foyt is arguably one of the greatest American racing drivers of all time. Having succeeded in so many different racing disciplines, it is no surprise that he was offered a ride in the...

Jan 16, 2025 · HOUSTON — A.J. Foyt turned 90 years old today. The milestone birthday is remarkable for several reasons: his record-setting achievements in one of motorsports most dangerous eras, his comeback from death-defying accidents both on track and off, and his incredible resilience with several health issues.

May 23, 2018 · A. J. Foyt. American race-car driver A. J. Foyt (born 1935), the first driver to have won the Indianapolis 500 four times, captivated both race fans and the general public with his many victories over a racing career that spanned three decades.

Four times a winner of the Indianapolis 500, he is the only driver to win the 500, the Daytona 500 (1972), the 24 Hours of Daytona and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He also won the IROC title in 1976 and 1977 and he has been inducted in a number of Halls of Fame, too numerous to mention here.