Ronnie Peterson

Ronnie Peterson

Ronnie Peterson, born on February 14, 1944, in Örebro, Sweden, was a highly talented and charismatic Formula One driver. Known as the "Super Swede," Peterson was celebrated for his remarkable speed and skill, particularly in cars with less competitive setups. He achieved 10 Grand Prix victories and numerous podium finishes during his career. Tragically, Peterson passed away on September 11, 1978, in Milan, Italy, following complications from injuries sustained in a crash at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. His legacy endures as one of Formula One’s most beloved drivers.

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Echoes of The Past

Echoes of The Past

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1978 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1978 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

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O Fabuloso Fittipaldi

O Fabuloso Fittipaldi

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Adieu l'enfant

Adieu l'enfant

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Smokeys dröm - när Formel 1 kom till byn

Smokeys dröm - när Formel 1 kom till byn

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Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson

Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson

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If You're Not Winning, You're Not Trying

If You're Not Winning, You're Not Trying

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1971 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1971 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

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1972 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1972 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

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1970 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1970 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

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1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

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Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season

Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season

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Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season

Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season

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