Cory Witherill

Native American, Navajo Nation

Race Car Driver

Hailing from the Navajo tribe, Cory Witherill became the first full-blooded Native American to race in the Indy 500, driving for Indy Regency Racing (placing 19 out of 33) in 2001. The following year, he went to the Infiniti Pro Series driving for Hemelgarn Johnson Motorsports, and won the Nashville Indy Pro race in 2002.

Cory's professional career, in the Indy Racing League, Infiniti Pro Series, Indy lights and Arca Series, spanned from 1997 to 2004. He is now known for his public service and charity work within the Native American community.

Sources: Driver DB and Old Racing Cars