Dario Franchitti Biography 44g3t

Jun 22, 2007

Birthdate: May 19, 1973
Birthplace: Bathgate, Scottland

Fresh off winning the Indy 500, it's been a great year for IRL driver Dario Franchitti. Find out more about this Scottish racing stud!

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Although he is of British Formula Three Championship in 1994. Dario continued to race in Europe until 1996, where he was sponsored by AMG Racing and drove a Mercedes.

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In 1996, Dario progressed to Champ Car racing in the US. After starting off with Hogan Racing, he switched to Team injury, he still was able to capture a couple of victories in 2004. In May 2007, Dario's career reached an all-time high as he took home the Indianapolis 500!

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Dario Franchitti is married to movie star Ashley Judd. The two married in Scotland in 2001.

Dario Franchitti's younger brother Marino is also a race car driver.

Dario Franchitti's favorite actor is Sean Connery. Dario grew up a big fan of the James Bond series.

Dario Franchitti is a licensed helicopter pilot.

Dario Franchitti enjoys working out, reading and playing video games.

Dario Franchitti's favorite musicians are U2 and Elton John.

Dario Franchitti is 5'9" and weighs 155 lbs.

Dario Franchitti Says... 1l4519

"The Indy 500 is the pinnacle of my career at this point. It's massive. It's awesome."

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