Mario Andretti - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 28, 1940 |
|---|---|
| Age | 85 |
| Birthplace | Montona, Italy (now Motovun, Croatia) |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Winning the 1978 Formula One World Championship and his versatile success across multiple major racing series. |
Intro
Mario Andretti is an Italian-born American former racing driver widely regarded as one of the most successful Americans in the history of motorsport. He is one of only two drivers to have won races in Formula One, IndyCar, World Sportscar Championship, and NASCAR. Andretti won the 1978 Formula One World Championship, four IndyCar championships, and the Daytona 500, among many other accolades.
Early Life & Background
Mario Andretti was born in Montona, Italy (now Motovun, Croatia) in 1940. His family fled to a refugee camp in Lucca, Italy after World War II, before emigrating to the United States in 1955 and settling in Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Andretti's love for racing began in Italy and he continued to pursue the sport after arriving in America, debuting in stock car racing as a teenager.
Career Highlights
- 1978 Formula One World Champion
- Four-time IndyCar National Champion (1965, 1966, 1969, 1984)
- Winner of the 1969 Indianapolis 500
- Winner of the 1967 Daytona 500
- One of only two drivers to win races in Formula One, IndyCar, World Sportscar Championship, and NASCAR
- Inducted into multiple Motorsports Halls of Fame
Trivia
- Mario Andretti has a twin brother, Aldo, who was also a race car driver.
- He is the only driver ever to be named United States Driver of the Year in three decades (1967, 1978, 1984).
- His son, Michael Andretti, is a successful racing driver and team owner.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Mario Andretti?
Mario Andretti is 85 years old.
When was Mario Andretti born?
Mario Andretti was born the 28 February 1940.
Where is Mario Andretti from?
Montona, Italy (now Motovun, Croatia).
On His Birth-Day
About February 28th, 1940, in brief:
- Historical events: The British Mandate authorities published the Land Transfers Regulations, which divided Mandatory Palestine into zones with varying land ownership and transfer restrictions. These regulations significantly impacted land ownership and settlement patterns in the region.
- Day of the week: February 28th, 1940 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- Popular movie: The Four Feathers directed by Shekhar Kapur
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