Lella Lombardi
Italian racing driver and competitor
Born
March 26th, 1941
84 years ago
Died
1992
33 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Born in Italy, competed in Formula One racing during the 1970s. Achieved significant milestones as the first and only woman to score points in a Formula One Grand Prix. Participated in 12 races from 1974 to 1976, driving for various teams including March and RAM. Also raced in various sports car series and was involved in endurance racing.
First woman to score points in Formula One
Competed for March and RAM in Formula One
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