Who is Mario Andretti?
Mario Andretti is an Italian and American former racing driver. Mario was born in Montona, Istria, Croatia, which was then part of Italy.
How many races has Mario Andretti won?
One of America’s greatest racing drivers, Mario Andretti has virtually won it all, the Indianapolis 500, the Daytona 500, the International Race of Champion series (IROC), the CART and Formula 1 World titles.
Where did Michael Andretti grow up?
Andretti was born in Montona, Italy (now Motvun, Croatia) and with his family, including twin brother Aldo, moved to the United States in 1955. Ever since he was a little boy, his goal was to win the world championship and he accomplished this in 1978 as America’s second and last world champion…
How old was Mario Andretti when he falsified his license?
Father of Michael Andretti, Barbara Andretti ( Barbie Andretti) and Jeff Andretti. Had planned to become a welder, but at age 19 he falsified a driver’s license so he could pass for 21 and enter an amateur car race. Became a U.S. citizen in 1964.
Which of Mario Andretti’s sons were auto racers?
Both of Mario Andretti’s sons, Michael and Jeff, were auto racers. Michael followed in his father’s footsteps by winning the IndyCar title, with Mario’s nephew John Andretti joining the series in 1988.
Are Mario Andretti’s twins named after him?
The twins are the first children for the couple. His youngest son is obviously named after grandfather, Mario Andretti, who ranks second on the open-wheel all-time wins list with 52 victories. Mario Andretti won the 1969 Indianapolis 500.
Did Mario Andretti ever win a sprint car race?
Andretti won the 1964 Joe James-Pat O’Connor Memorial USAC sprint car race at Salem Speedway in Salem, Indiana. Andretti continued to race in USAC sprint cars after moving into champ cars. In 1965 he won once at Ascot Park, and finished tenth in the season points.