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Johnny Aitken (pictured here behind the wheel with his riding mechanic) hold the distinction of being the leader after the first lap in the first Indianapolis 500 in 1911. Ray Harroun eventually won with the help of the first rearview mirror and without the help of a riding mechanic.

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