James William Rigsby[1] (June 6, 1923 – August 31, 1952)[2] was an American racecar driver from Spadry, Arkansas. He was killed in a crash during a sprint car race at Dayton, Ohio.

Jim Rigsby
BornJames William Rigsby
(1923-06-06)June 6, 1923
Spadra, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedAugust 31, 1952(1952-08-31) (aged 29)
Dayton, Ohio, U.S.
Champ Car career
14 races run over 3 years
Years active1950–1952
Best finish16th – 1952
First race1951 Springfield 100 (Springfield)
Last race1952 Detroit 100 (Detroit)
Wins Podiums Poles
0 0 1
Formula One World Championship career
Active years1950, 1952
TeamsMaserati, Watson
Entries2 (1 start)
Championships0
Wins0
Podiums0
Career points0
Pole positions0
Fastest laps0
First entry1950 Indianapolis 500
Last entry1952 Indianapolis 500

Indy 500 results

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World Championship career summary

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The Indianapolis 500 was part of the FIA World Championship from 1950 through 1960. Drivers competing at Indy during those years were credited with World Championship points and participation. Jim Rigsby participated in 1 World Championship race but scored no World Championship points.

References

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  1. ^ "Jim Rigsby". www.champcarstats.com. Retrieved 2023-07-02.
  2. ^ "Motorsport Memorial - Jim Rigsby". Motorsport Memorial. Retrieved 31 March 2023.