Alex Zanardi, förklarat

Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59. Alex Zanardi växer denna lördag fram som ett av de ämnen som drar till sig uppmärksamheten i Sweden.

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• Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.
• Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi has died at the age of 59.
• Alex Zanardi, the former F1 driver who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win gold medals as a para-cyclist, has died at the age of 59.
• “It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Alessandro Zanardi, which occurred suddenly yesterday evening, 1 May,” his family said in a statement. “Alex passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
• Alex Zanardi, the former Formula One driver who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59, his family said on Saturday.

Vad vi vet

I detalj, Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi has died at the age of 59.

Konkret, Alex Zanardi, the former F1 driver who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win gold medals as a para-cyclist, has died at the age of 59.

Dessutom Alex Zanardi, the former Formula One driver who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59, his family said on Saturday.

Värt att notera är att Stefano Domenicali, F1 president, said in a statement: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend Alex Zanardi.

I detta läge She added: "Alex Zanardi knew how to get back in the game every time, facing even the toughest challenges with determination, clarity, and a strength of spirit that was truly exceptional.

Siffrorna

“It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Alessandro Zanardi, which occurred suddenly yesterday evening, 1 May,” his family said in a statement. “Alex passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

Konkret, Zanardi returned to motorsport after his crash, winning four times for BMW in the World Touring Car Championship from 2005-09.

Dessutom Zanardi suffered serious head injuries in 2020 when he lost control of his handbike during a road race in Tuscany and crashed into an oncoming truck.

Värt att notera är att Formula 1's governing body the FIA said, external Zanardi's "journey from life-changing accident to Paralympics gold medallist made him one of sport's most admired competitors and an enduring symbol of courage and determination".

Vad som sägs

“The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all those who are showing their support at this time and asks that their grief and privacy be respected during this period of mourning.”

“While his loss is profoundly felt, his legacy remains strong.”

“America is far away, on the other side of the moon,” sang Lucio Dalla, another son of Bologna.

Bakgrunden

Värt att notera är att If we close our eyes, that’s how Alex Zanardi comes to mind.

I detta läge Zanardi, from Bologna, made his F1 debut in 1991 and later achieved success in the Cart series in the United States, winning back-to-back championships in 1997 and 1998.

I detalj, Zanardi, born in Bologna on October 23, 1966, leaves his wife Daniela and son Niccolo.

Konkret, the sporting world mourns the Bologna-born CART champion and Paralympic gold medallist, who passed away on May 1 nearly six years after a terrible crash while taking part in a handbike relay.

Dessutom In 1995, Zanardi signed with Ganassi, beginning his epic run in the United States, winning two CART titles (now IndyCar).

Sammanfattning

• The sporting world mourns the Bologna-born CART champion and Paralympic gold medallist, who passed away on May 1 nearly six years after a terrible crash while taking part in a handbike relay.
• On September 15, 2001, at the Lausitzring, with 13 laps to go, Zanardi lost control of his car exiting the pits due to fluids on the track.
• After six weeks in hospital and 15 operations: Zanardi returned home to begin rehabilitation.