John Andretti has died

John Andretti died yesterday at the age of 56 after a long battle with colon cancer. The American, nephew of Mario Andretti and cousin of Michael, had played in most of the major United States championships, between the IndyCar Series (with success at Gold Coast in CART in 1991, and a 5th place that year at Indy 500), or theIMSA.

C’est dans cette série où il s’était illustré en 1989, en empochant les 24 Heures de Daytona avec la Porsche 952 partagée avec Bob Wollek et Derek Bell.

“John Andretti's skills behind the wheel of any type of racing car have been admired by his millions of fans around the world, and he has always returned that loyalty and kindness to become one of the most popular drivers in his field. generation, comments Mark Miles, president of the IndyCar Series.

But John's true mission was to help others, whether through his countless hours of charitable work, particularly with Riley Children's Hospital here in Indianapolis, or through the colon cancer screening campaign he started in April 2017 after being diagnosed.

John's positive attitude and selflessness throughout his courageous fight have inspired us all and will be a legacy that will live on forever. »

All AUTO editorial staffhebdo sends its sincere condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of John Andretti.