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Alessandro Nannini is an Italian former racing driver who competed in Formula One for Minardi and Benetton from 1986 to 1990. He won the 1989 Japanese Grand Prix for Benetton and recorded several other podium finishes before serious injuries from a helicopter accident ended his Formula One career. Nannini later returned to competition in touring cars, racing Alfa Romeo machinery in Italian and international championships.
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Which Formula One team did Alessandro Nannini drive for when he won?
Nannini won the 1989 Japanese Grand Prix for Benetton. He had previously entered Formula One with Minardi and became one of Benetton's leading drivers during the late 1980s.
How did Alessandro Nannini's Formula One career end?
A helicopter accident in 1990 caused serious injuries that ended his Formula One career. He later returned to competitive racing in touring cars, but he did not resume a normal F1 career.
How many Formula One races did Alessandro Nannini win?
His 1989 Japanese Grand Prix victory was his only Formula One race win. He also achieved several podium finishes during his time with Benetton.
What happened at the 1989 Japanese Grand Prix?
Nannini was classified as the winner after Ayrton Senna was disqualified following the famous late-race collision with Alain Prost. The race took place at Suzuka and became one of the most discussed events of the 1989 season.
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