I wonder if, like me, you are partial to the music of Frank Zappa? In one of his more philosophical moments, Zappa opined that the mind is like a parachute. It only works if it is opened. In August 1970 I travelled to the Isle of Wight Festival with Zappa,… Read more
Tag: Emerson Fittipaldi
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A highly charged season
June 25th, 2010 | Rob Widdows | 13 Comments
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How Mario worked his magic
January 18th, 2010 | Gordon Kirby | 11 Comments
We all know that Mario Andretti was one of the world’s most versatile drivers, winning in Formula 1, Indycars and long-distance sports cars, as well as NASCAR stock cars, sprint cars and USAC dirt championship cars. He enjoyed a long career, racing successfully into his fifties, so what was his… Read more
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A chat with ‘Emmo’
July 28th, 2008 | Rob Widdows | 5 Comments
Talking to Emerson Fittipaldi is never less than interesting.
Alistair Caldwell, Emerson Fittipaldi and Teddy Mayer.
We didn’t see much of him immediately after he retired, Emerson preferring to spend time in Brazil. He would appear at events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed, but otherwise the chance to have… Read more -
Derek Bell at Daytona
February 19th, 2008 | Rob Widdows | 6 Comments
It all began with a telephone call from his son.
“Hey Dad, one of our drivers has pulled out, how about you come and drive with us? We’re testing next week, why don’t you come along?” said Justin Bell who was due to race a Riley-Pontiac for RVO Motorsports in… Read more
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