The first time I fired up a car, felt the engine shudder an… - Mario Andretti

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The first time I fired up a car, felt the engine shudder and the wheel come to life in my hands, I was hooked. It was a feeling I can't describe. I still get it every time I get into a race car.

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Mario Gabriele Andretti (born 28 February 1940) is an Italian-born American racing driver, arguably the most successful American in auto racing. During his career, he has won four Champcar titles, and the 1978 Formula One World Championship. Andretti is the only person ever to win the Indy 500, the Daytona 500, and the Formula One World Championship.

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Alternative Names: Mario Gabriele Andretti

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