Jean Alesi
Race car driver; Formula One competitor
Born
June 11th, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Born in France in 1964, this race car driver competed in Formula One for over a decade. Debuted in 1989 and raced for teams such as Tyrrell, Ferrari, and Prost. Achieved his only victory at the 1995 Canadian Grand Prix while driving for Ferrari, a notable highlight in a successful career. Besides his Grand Prix win, consistent performances earned multiple podium finishes and a reputation for tenacity on the track, especially during his time with Ferrari. Retired from Formula One in 2001 but continued to participate in various racing events.
Won the 1995 Canadian Grand Prix
Raced for Ferrari in the 1990s
Achieved 32 podium finishes in Formula One
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