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Dario Franchitti - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 19, 1973 |
|---|---|
| Age | 52 |
| Birthplace | Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Dario Franchitti's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Winning the Indianapolis 500 three times and four IndyCar Series championships. |
Intro
Dario Franchitti is a Scottish former racing driver who is best known for his success in American open-wheel racing, including winning the Indianapolis 500 three times and four IndyCar Series championships.
Early Life & Background
Dario Franchitti was born in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland. He is of Italian descent, and began karting at an early age before progressing through the junior ranks of motorsport in the UK.
Career Highlights
- Four-time IndyCar Series Champion (2007, 2009, 2010, 2011)
- Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner (2007, 2010, 2012)
- Competed in the CART and IndyCar Series
- Raced briefly in NASCAR and sports cars
- Announced retirement in 2013 following a serious crash
Trivia
- He is the cousin of Marino Franchitti, also a professional racing driver.
- He was married to actress Ashley Judd from 2001 to 2013.
- He is a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE).
FAQs
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How old is Dario Franchitti?
Dario Franchitti is 52 years old.
When was Dario Franchitti born?
Dario Franchitti was born the 19 May 1973.
Where is Dario Franchitti from?
Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland.
On His Birth-Day
About May 19th, 1973, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 19, 1973, Secretariat won the Preakness Stakes, marking the second leg of his Triple Crown victory. He set a new record time of 1:53, which stood for many years. This race solidified his status as one of the greatest racehorses in history.
- Day of the week: May 19th, 1973 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Are The Sunshine Of My Life by Stevie Wonder
- #1 UK song: See My Baby Jive by Wizzard
- Popular movie: The Sting directed by George Roy Hill
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