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Dan Gurney has died aged 86

Dan Gurney, iconic Formula 1 driver who also enjoyed success in the US, has died at the age of 86. The American, a race winner in F1, IndyCar, NASCAR and Le Mans 24 Hours, was part of the iconic 1960s generation of drivers including the likes of Sir Jackie Stewart and Jim Clark. His death was announced by wife Evi surrounded by his family in California on Sunday. Gurney claimed four F1 race wins, including Porsche’s first in the sport, having also driven for Ferrari, BRM, Lotus, Brabham and McLaren across his 86 race starts. Gurney helped set up the Anglo American Racers team in F1 and after his driving career he took control of the All American Racers squad – a role he held until...
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