LEGENDS: When Emerson Fittipaldi shocked Formula 1

F1: Beyond The Grid by karenellenbevan

May 5, 202647:37Sports & Recreation

Why would a double F1 World Champion at the height of his powers walk away from a winning car? For the 1976 season, Emerson Fittipaldi stunned the sport by leaving McLaren and setting up his own team. He wanted a challen...

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