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Alex Zanardi, former F1 driver and Paralympian, dies

Published May 2, 2026 · Updated May 2, 2026 · El País

Former Formula 1 driver Alex Zanardi, who survived a 2001 crash that left him double‑legless and went on to win six Paralympic medals, has died at 59.

Alex Zanardi, 59, passed away after a life marked by tragedy and triumph. The Italian racing legend lost both legs in a 2001 accident, but returned to win four gold and two silver medals in handbike events at the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Paralympics, earning the nickname “Phoenix.” newsbetting.cv

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