Giuseppe Campari
Italian race car driver and pioneer
Born
1892
133 years ago
Died
September 10th, 1933
92 years ago — 41 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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A prominent figure in early motor racing, participated in the inaugural Mille Miglia in 1927. Achieved success in various races during the 1920s, driving for notable teams such as Alfa Romeo. Campari's career was marked by his technical skills and competitive spirit, establishing a reputation in the automotive sport. Tragically, an accident at the 1933 Mille Miglia resulted in his death, impacting the racing community and leading to discussions on race safety.
Competed in the first Mille Miglia in 1927
Drove for Alfa Romeo and won numerous races
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