Gilles Villeneuve
Birthday: 1950-01-18
Place of Birth: Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Biography: Gilles Villeneuve was a Canadian Formula 1 driver, born on January 18, 1950, in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. Known for his aggressive and spectacular driving style, he became one of the most charismatic drivers in motorsport history. He raced for Ferrari from 1977 to 1982, securing six victories and becoming an icon of the Italian team. He tragically passed away on May 8, 1982, in Zolder, Belgium, during qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix.
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1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
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Villeneuve Pironi
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1979 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
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Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
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Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
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