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  • Bloody Heroes: Jean Ragnotti

    Bloody Heroes: Jean Ragnotti

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    Jamil Jafri
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    Having announced his retirement at 74, we look back at the accomplished life and history of Jean Ragnotti. Known as “The Acrobat”, Jean Ragnotti is the fearless driver with wins at Group B and WRC, among other racing disciplines. He even had a career as an accomplished stunt driver. The success of Renault’s famous sporty…

  • Bloody Heroes: Juan-Manuel Fangio

    Bloody Heroes: Juan-Manuel Fangio

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    Jamil Jafri
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    Introduction Last time on Bloody Heroes, Juan-Manuel Fangio was briefly discussed as a mentor to Sir Stirling Moss’, but he was more than just that. He was nicknamed by many as El Maestro (“The Master”) and seen as a father figure to Moss. We will be looking at how he earned that title and what…