Eugenio Castellotti Italian racing driver. Date of Birth: 10.10.1930 Country: Italy

1. Early Career and Success
2. Victories and Championships
3. Lancia and Formula One Dreams
4. Joining Scuderia Ferrari
5. Full Formula One Season and Triumphs
6. Tragic Accident and Legacy

Early Career and Success

As an Italian race car driver, Eugenio Castellotti started his motorsports journey in 1952, competing in sports car races. His impressive performance that year included a second-place finish at the Portuguese Grand Prix, a third-place at the Bari Grand Prix, and a victorious win at the Monaco Grand Prix. Additionally, he secured a class victory at the Sicilian Grand Prix.

Victories and Championships

In 1953, Castellotti's triumphs continued. He claimed his first (of three) Italian Hillclimb Championships, emerged victorious in the 10 Hours of Messina race driving for Ferrari, and placed third in the Carrera Panamericana event in a Lancia.

Lancia and Formula One Dreams

The year 1954 marked Castellotti's signing with Lancia, where he competed in sports car races. However, his aspirations lay in the Formula One Grand Prix. His dream materialized in 1955 when he made his Formula One debut at the Argentine Grand Prix.

Joining Scuderia Ferrari

Castellotti's impressive second-place finish at the Monaco Grand Prix in 1955 caught the attention of Scuderia Ferrari. He joined their team, completing the season and achieving an overall third-place ranking.

Full Formula One Season and Triumphs

1956 witnessed Castellotti competing in a complete Formula One season with Ferrari. He faced internal competition from Luigi Musso but emerged victorious, finishing sixth in the championship ahead of Musso. Additionally, he won the Mille Miglia, shared victory in the 12 Hours of Sebring with Juan-Manuel Fangio, and secured second place in the 1000-kilometer Nürburgring race.

Tragic Accident and Legacy

In 1957, after winning the 1000-kilometer Buenos Aires race, Castellotti was summoned by Scuderia Ferrari for testing in Modena. However, a rainy day resulted in a fatal accident when Castellotti lost control and crashed into a barrier. His untimely demise at the young age of 27 cut short a promising career and left a lasting void in the world of motorsports.