description Elio de Angelis Overview
Elio de Angelis was an Italian racing driver who competed in Formula One from 1979 to 1986. During his career, he drove for the Shadow, Lotus, and Brabham teams, achieving two Grand Prix victories and securing third place in the 1984 World Drivers' Championship. Known for his consistency and skill, he scored a total of nine podium finishes and three pole positions in 108 race starts. His Formula One career ended tragically in 1986 when he suffered a fatal accident during a testing session at the Circuit Paul Ricard.
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How many Formula One races did Elio de Angelis win?
De Angelis won two Formula One Grands Prix, not six. His victories came for Lotus at the 1982 Austrian Grand Prix and the 1985 San Marino Grand Prix.
Which Formula One teams did Elio de Angelis drive for?
He debuted with Shadow in 1979, raced for Lotus from 1980 through 1985, and joined Brabham for 1986. He never raced for Arrows.
Was Elio de Angelis Ayrton Senna's teammate at Lotus?
Yes. De Angelis and Ayrton Senna were Lotus teammates during the 1985 season, when the team used Renault turbo engines.
How did Elio de Angelis die?
He died in May 1986 after a crash during a private Brabham test at Circuit Paul Ricard in France. The accident and delayed rescue response contributed to subsequent improvements in Formula One testing safety.
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