Work : Prize 1977 (World Championship, go-karts)
Work : New Career 1982 (Began driving Formula One)
Social : Joined group 1988 (Joined Bennetton racing)
Work : Prize 13 May 1990 (Grand Prix Champion) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Italian race car driver of Formula 1 cars. He won the Grand Prix 5/13/1990. Starting with driving go-karts in 1974, Patrese became the world champion go-kart driver in 1977. He debuted in Formula 1 cars in 1982 at the Grand Prix in Monte Carlo. Winning six championships and many international competitions, he has joined the Benetton racing team since 1988. Patrese is married with one child and enjoys motor-boating and skiing for relaxation. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Born: April 17, 1954 in Padova, Italy
Riccardo Patrese is a retired Italian racing driver who had a long and successful career in Formula One, spanning from 1977 to 1993. He is known for his longevity in the sport, competing in a record 256 Grand Prix starts (at the time of his retirement, surpassed later by Rubens Barrichello and then Michael Schumacher). He achieved six wins, eight pole positions, and ten fastest laps throughout his career. He drove for teams such as Shadow, Arrows, Brabham, Williams, and Benetton. His highest championship finish was second place in 1992 with Williams, behind his teammate Nigel Mansell.
After retiring from Formula One, Patrese participated in sports car racing, competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and other endurance events. He later largely retreated from the motorsport world and focused on his business interests.
Riccardo Patrese maintains a relatively low online profile compared to many other former Formula One drivers. Confirmed social media accounts are difficult to find. Information about his current activities and projects tends to be scarce.
Specific recent news or public projects involving Riccardo Patrese are not readily available. He tends to keep a private life away from the spotlight of media attention. Occasional appearances at historic motorsport events or Formula One related gatherings are possible, but not consistently documented.
Information about Patrese tends to focus on his historical career in Formula One, rather than current activities. He remains a respected figure in motorsport history for his longevity, racecraft, and contributions to teams like Williams during a highly competitive era.
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