Willy T Ribbs
In 1991, an African-American driver raced the Indianapolis 500 for the first time
Sporting Witness · BBC World Service
August 27, 20169m 0s
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Show Notes
In 1991, Willy T Ribbs became the first African-American driver to take part in the Indianapolis 500 - the biggest motor sport event in the USA. He talks to Jo Parsons about his long battle for sponsorship and the inspiration of Muhammad Ali.
(Photo: Willy T Ribbs. Credit: Associated Press)