Antônio Pizzonia

Racing driver with Jaguar and Williams

Antônio Pizzonia - Racing driver with Jaguar and Williams
Born

September 11th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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Competed in Formula One from 2003 to 2004, primarily driving for Jaguar Racing and Williams. Pizzonia began racing in the Euro Open by Nissan and later progressed through various racing series, including British Formula Renault and Formula Three. Achieved success in the Brazilian Stock Car Championship after leaving Formula One.

Competed for Jaguar Racing in Formula One

Raced for Williams in Formula One

Won races in the Brazilian Stock Car Championship

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