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Riccardo Patrese, the Italian pioneer before Antonelli’s rise

Before Kimi Antonelli became Italy’s new Formula 1 hope, Riccardo Patrese was one of the country’s longest-serving and most competitive drivers.

22 October 2026 1 min read 15 views

Before Kimi Antonelli emerged as Italy’s next major Formula 1 talent, Riccardo Patrese was one of the country’s leading hopes. The Padua-born driver made his debut in 1977 and built a career spanning more than sixteen seasons.

Patrese started 256 Grands Prix, won six races and finished second in the 1992 World Championship with Williams. His remarkable consistency made him one of the most important Italian drivers in Formula 1 history.

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