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Two-time CART champion and 2003 Indy 500 winner Gil de Ferran has died aged 56. Mark Hughes pays tribute to an effervescent driver who’d have been formidable in F1 had he not slipped through the cracks
Gil de Ferran, a two-time CART champion and Indianapolis 500 winner, has passed away at the age of 56. He was a highly respected driver in the world of motorsports, known for his speed and technical expertise. Despite not having a chance in Formula 1, he would have been a formidable competitor with his talent. In a F1 test with Williams in 1993, he outpaced Alain Prost, a three-time world champion. After retiring from racing, he continued to have a deep passion for the sport and remained heavily involved in it. He was known for his warm personality, love for engineering, and ability to share his knowledge with others.
