1944-02-14 Örebro, Örebro län, Sweden
Ronnie Peterson, born on February 14, 1944, in Örebro, Sweden, was a highly talented and charismatic Formula One driver. Known as the "Super Swede," Peterson was celebrated for his remarkable speed and skill, particularly in cars with less competitive setups. He achieved 10 Grand Prix victories and numerous podium finishes during his career. Tragically, Peterson passed away on September 11, 1978, in Milan, Italy, following complications from injuries sustained in a crash at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. His legacy endures as one of Formula One’s most beloved drivers.
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Smokeys dröm - när Formel 1 kom till byn | Self (archive footage) | 2024-08-12 |
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Superswede | Self (archive footage) | 2017-08-17 |
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Adieu l'enfant | Self (archive footage) | 1981-01-01 |
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1978 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Himself | 1978-09-08 |
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1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Self | 1973-09-08 |
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If You're Not Winning, You're Not Trying | Self | 1973-12-01 |
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O Fabuloso Fittipaldi | Self | 1973-01-01 |
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1972 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Self | 1972-12-30 |
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1971 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Self | 1971-09-08 |
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1970 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Self | 1970-09-08 |