Gerhard Berger
Austrian Formula One driver
Born
August 27th, 1959
66 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Austria
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A prominent figure in Formula One racing, this Austrian driver competed in the championship from the mid-1980s to the late 1990s. Debuted in 1984 and raced for multiple teams, including Ferrari, McLaren, and Benetton. Achieved a total of 10 Grand Prix victories during a successful career, showcasing competitive performances in various seasons. Subsequently took on roles in motorsport management and became involved in driver development.
Won 10 Formula One Grand Prix races
Competed for Ferrari and McLaren
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