Fittipaldi competed in 38 Formula 1 races from 1972 to 1975.
according to Car racing He was admitted on Christmas Day last year. The reason is that he put a piece of meat in his throat.
– The family was unable to remove the piece. This meant that Fittipaldi was unable to get air into his lungs. Reports again led to cardiac arrest Express.
– It is with great sadness that we receive the news of the death of Wilson Fittipaldi, says Fabiana Ecclestone, Vice President of the Motor Sport Federation of South Africa.
– It leaves a void that cannot be repaired.
Drama: The photo is from Silverstone in England in 1975. Wilson Fittipaldi has crashed. Image: NTP
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Wilson Fittipaldi was the older brother of Emerson Fittipaldi (77 years old). The latter became world champion in 1972 and 1974.
Wilson's son also drove Formula 1 and NASCAR.
Wilson Fittipaldi was born in São Paulo and died on Friday.
In 2020, he collapsed at his home and was diagnosed with a brain hemorrhage. He underwent surgery, Autosport reported.
Legends: Wilson Fittipaldi (TV) and Bernie Ecclestone in relation to the Brazilian Grand Prix in November 2023. Image: NTB
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Despite his poor health, he remained active on social media. He was also present at motorsport events, including last year's Brazilian Grand Prix, the newspaper wrote.
Pictures from the event show him having fun with Formula 1 legend Bernie Ecclestone (93).
Only months later he died.
“Infuriatingly humble internet trailblazer. Twitter buff. Beer nerd. Bacon scholar. Coffee practitioner.”
