About Leon Duray
Lived 1894 – 1956 (aged 62). Leon Duray was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
Motorsports career results
Indianapolis 500 results
Duray's starts from 1925 thru 1929 stood as the best five race starting streak from 1929 until 1990, when his record was bested by Rick Mears. His streak currently stands as third best in "500" history. Leon Duray "Jigger" Sirois, a USAC Indy car driver active in the 1960s and 1970s, was named after Leon Duray.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Leon Duray?
American racing driver (1894-1956)
When was Leon Duray born?
Leon Duray was born on 30 April 1894 in Cleveland.
When did Leon Duray die?
Leon Duray died on 12 May 1956 in San Bernardino.
What was Leon Duray's occupation?
Leon Duray was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Leon Duray?
Leon Duray was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leon Duray. https://biography.guide/leon-duray/
MLA: "Leon Duray." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/leon-duray/.
Chicago: "Leon Duray." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/leon-duray/.
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