Giuseppe Farina

Tags: Formula One Racer, Motorsport Racer, Racing Driver.

Emilio Giuseppe Nino Farina (30 October 1906 Turin Piedmont – 30 June 1966 Aiguebelle Savoy) was an Italian racing driver. He stands out in the history of Grand Prix motor racing for his much copied ‘straight-arm’ driving style and his status as the first ever Formula One World Champion.

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birth date

1906-10-30

championships

1

death date

1966-06-30

fastest lap

5

first race

1950 British Grand Prix

first win

1950 British Grand Prix

last race

1955 Italian Grand Prix

last win

1953 German Grand Prix

nationality

Italy

podiums

20

poles

5

races

34

wins

5