Juan Manuel Fangio

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Juan Manuel Fangio

Born June 24, 1911 · Balcarce, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Died April 11, 1995 · aged 83

Juan Manuel Fangio, born on June 24, 1911, in Balcarce, Argentina, was one of the most celebrated drivers in the history of Formula 1. Known as "El Maestro," Fangio won five Formula 1 World Championships during the 1950s, a record that stood for nearly 50 years. His career spanned several teams, including Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, and Maserati, each of which he led to victory. Fangio's …

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Grand PrixGrand Prix · 1966
Grand Prix
7.31966
MovieDramaAction
The most daring drivers in the world have gathered to compete for the 1966 Formula One championship. After a spectacular wreck in the first of a series of races, American wheelman Pete Aron is dropped by his sponsor. Refusing to quit, he joins a Japanese racing team. While juggling his career with a torrid love affair involving an ex-teammate's wife, Pete must also contend with Jean-Pierre Sarti, a French contestant who has previously won two world titles.
Yo soy el golYo soy el gol · 1977
Yo soy el gol
1977
MovieDocumentary
Fangio, el demonio de las pistasFangio, el demonio de las pistas · 1950
Fangio, el demonio de las pistas
1950
MovieAdventureHistory
Based on the career of Juan Manuel Fangio, an Argentine motorist who, in his first season in Formula 1, in 1950, achieved the runner-up; and that then between 1951 and 1958 he would obtain five world titles in Formula 1, driving with Mercedes Benz, Maserati, Alfa Romeo and Ferrari.
Turismo de carreteraTurismo de carretera · 1968
Turismo de carretera
6.21968
MovieDramaAction
A young mechanic ventures into motorcycle racing, but then decides to compete in motorsport disciplines.
The History of Motor Racing 1950s - A Golden DecadeThe History of Motor Racing 1950s - A Golden Decade · 2004
The History of Motor Racing 1950s - A Golden Decade
2004
MovieDocumentary
The 1950s were a magnificent era in which motor racing truly 'came of age'. It was during this golden decade that some of the world’s most influential manufacturers and drivers made their mark, leaving us with an extensive archive of dazzling technical innovation and exciting characters. Join motoring historian Neville Hay as he recalls the major stepping stones of this memorable period with a wealth of facts, anecdotes, interviews and glorious racing footage. Featuring Ascari, Fangio, Moss, Hawthorn, Collins and Musso with Ferrari, Mercedes, Lancia and Maserati.
Buenos Aires in ReliefBuenos Aires in Relief · 1954
Buenos Aires in Relief
7.31954
MovieDocumentary
First Argentine film in 3D, which includes various aerial and panoramic shots, where you can see the most emblematic neighborhoods and monuments.

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