Carl Williams (August 24, 1930 – February 24, 1973) was an American racecar driver. Born in

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, Williams was killed in a motorcycle accident in

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. He drove in the USAC

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series, racing in the 1965–1972 seasons, with 63 career starts, including the

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in 1966–1970 and 1972. He finished in the top ten 21 times, with his best finish in 2nd position in 1970 at Springfield.

Indianapolis 500 results

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