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IMSA President John Doonan issued a tribute mourning the passing of Alex Zanardi, praising his race career—including a memorable last-lap pass at The Corkscrew in WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca—and his inspirational achievements as a Paralympic gold medalist and Ironman record holder, while offering condolences to his family, teammates, and friends.
Alex Zanardi, the Bologna-born racer who survived a 2001 crash that cost him both legs and later won CART titles and Paralympic handcycling golds, died at 59 on May 1, leaving a legacy of courage and a lasting impact on motorsport.
Italian racing legend Alex Zanardi, who rebuilt his career as a Paralympic gold medalist after a life-changing crash, has died at 59, leaving a lasting legacy of perseverance and sporting achievement.