Alex Caffi

Race car driver, F1 competitor

Alex Caffi - Race car driver, F1 competitor
Born

March 18th, 1964
60 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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A prominent figure in motorsports, this individual competed in Formula One during the 1990s, participating in various Grand Prix races. Notably drove for teams such as Scuderia Italia and Minardi. Achieved a significant presence in the racing community, competing in both F1 and in endurance racing.

Competed in Formula One between 1991 and 1995

Drove for Scuderia Italia and Minardi

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