Huub Rothengatter

Race Car Driver and Team Manager

Huub Rothengatter - Race Car Driver and Team Manager
Born

October 8th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A Dutch race car driver and team manager, Rothengatter competed in Formula One during the 1980s. His career in F1 included participation in over 30 Grands Prix. After retiring from driving, he became a team manager, guiding various teams in the sport. Rothengatter's dual role as a driver and manager has influenced his approach to both racing and team dynamics within the motorsport industry.

Competed in over 30 Formula One Grands Prix

Served as a team manager in various racing series

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