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“Sports is a way of entertainment, to people who are in different backgrounds, and for people who dedicated their lives to achieve the best in sports.”

Quote by Emerson Fittipaldi

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Emerson Fittipaldi

Emerson Fittipaldi, a Brazilian racing driver, was born on December 12, 1946. He is highly regarded in the racing world and won the Formula One World Championship in 1972, becoming a legendary figure in Brazilian racing history. more

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