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Alberto Ascari was an Italian racing driver and a two-time Formula One World Champion for Ferrari. He won 13 races, including the Mille Miglia and the Indianapolis 500, and died in a testing accident in 1955.
- DNF ( 1952, 1953)
- 1952-1953
- Scuderia Ferrari
Apr 25, 2021 · Alberto Ascari was the first and only Italian to win two World Championships with Ferrari, following in the footsteps of his father Antonio. He died in a tragic accident at Monza in 1955, after escaping death at Indy 500 and Monaco.
Learn about the life and career of Alberto Ascari, the son of a legendary driver and the first back-to-back Formula 1 champion. Discover his achievements, personality, superstitions and tragic death in this comprehensive biography.
Jul 9, 2024 · Alberto Ascari (born July 13, 1918, Milan, Italy—died May 26, 1955, Monza) was an Italian automobile racing driver who was world champion driver in 1952 and 1953. Ascari started racing on motorcycles, turning to cars in 1940, when he entered the Mille Miglia.
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Dive into the remarkable journey of Alberto Ascari, a true racing legend and iconic figure in the world of Formula 1. From his early life to his historic vic...
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Oct 12, 2022 · A tribute to the first and only driver to win back-to-back F1 titles and nine races in a row, with a record of 87.5% wins in his first season. Learn why Ascari deserves more recognition and respect than he gets, despite his achievements and legacy.
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Learn about Alberto Ascari, the only Italian driver to win two Formula One world titles with Ferrari. Discover his racing career, his achievements, his fatal accident and his legacy in motorsports history.
