Alberto Ascari

Race car driver, two-time Formula One champion

Alberto Ascari - Race car driver, two-time Formula One champion
Born

July 13th, 1918
106 years ago

Died

May 26th, 1955
69 years ago — 36 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Ascari was an Italian race car driver active in the 1940s and 1950s. Competing in Formula One, he became the first double world champion, securing titles in 1952 and 1953 with Ferrari. Ascari began his racing career in the post-World War II era, quickly gaining recognition for his skill and speed on the track. His tenure in Formula One established him as one of the premier drivers of his time, characterized by a series of significant victories and a partnership with Ferrari that led to notable success. Tragically, his career was cut short when he died in a racing accident in 1955 during a non-championship event in Monza, leaving behind a legacy in motorsport history.

Winning the Formula One World Championship in 1952

Winning the Formula One World Championship in 1953

Competing for Ferrari during his championship wins

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