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About Dario Franchitti
Known as a former racing driver, Dario Franchitti established a robust career during his active days in the sport. The Scottish star, who is also known as an expert commentator, won multiple automobile racing championships including the IndyCar Series, which he won on four occasions.
Career as a Racing Driver
In addition to his success in the above-mentioned automobile racing championship, Franchitti won the 24 Hours of Daytona once in 2008. He won the Indianapolis 500 three times, with his first victory in the championship coming in 2007.
His career ended prematurely after he sustained severe injuries following a crash, in 2013, during the Grand Prix of Houston. The accident left him with multiple fractures.
Honors
Franchitti’s extensive list of major awards includes the McLaren Autosport Award, which he received in 1992. He also received the Greg Moore Legacy Award in 2001.
He has been inducted into several motorsports halls of fame. One of them is the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame, which he was inducted into in 2017. The ex-racing driver is also an inductee of Motorsports Hall of Fame of America.
Family
His parents are George and Marina Franchitti. His younger brother Marino Franchitti, is also a racing driver. His cousin Paul di Resta is a former car racer.
In 2001 he got married to Ashley Judd, an American actress. They divorced 12 years later. His first daughter, Sofia, was born in 2015 and his second daughter, Valentina, in 2019. He had both children with Eleanor Robb, whom he married after he and Judd separated.
Education
He was educated at Stewart's Melville College, where he developed interest in car racing.
Facts
The Scottish racer won his first IndyCar Series title in 2007. He went on to win the championship consecutively from 2009 to 2011.
He is a big supporter of Celtic Football Club.Dario Franchitti Rank
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F.A.Q. about Dario Franchitti
When is his birthday?
Dario Franchitti's birthday is on May 19, 1973.
In how many days is his birthday?
Dario Franchitti's birthday is in 24 days
How old is he?
He is 50 years old.
Where is Dario Franchitti from?
He was born in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland, UK.