Rowe, Myles
2000–Present · Contribution: 2017–Present
Professional racing driver
First Black driver to win an INDYCAR-sanctioned race and first Black driver to win a North American open-wheel championship
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Quick facts
- Born
- 2000, Atlanta, Georgia
- Active since
- 2017
- Category
- Sports & Athletics
- Best known for
- First Black winner of an INDYCAR-sanctioned race2023 USF Pro 2000 championFirst Black North American open-wheel champion
Impact on the world
Rowe advanced the history of Black participation in American open-wheel racing from entry and qualification to victory and a championship. His 2021 milestone was in the INDYCAR-sanctioned development ladder, not the top-level IndyCar Series.
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NBC Sports: Myles Rowe scores historic first victory for Force Indy in USF2000
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