Felipe Nasr
Race car driver with notable F1 tenure
Competed in Formula One for the Sauber team during the 2015 and 2016 seasons. Achieved a best finish of fifth place at the 2015 Australian Grand Prix. Transitioned to sports car racing in various championships after leaving Formula One. Raced in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship where notable performances included victory at the 2018 edition of the 12 Hours of Sebring.
Finished fifth at the 2015 Australian Grand Prix
Competed for Sauber in Formula One
Won the 2018 12 Hours of Sebring
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Maltese politician and educator
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August 21st, 1951 74 years ago
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Born
August 21st, 1904 121 years ago
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Born
August 21st, 1970 55 years ago
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American football quarterback and coach
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August 21st, 1970 55 years ago
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