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Zanardi
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Alex Zanardi was a 21st century hero - a man who inspired millions through his unquenchable spirit in the face of unbelievable adversity, writes Andrew Benson.
Ex-Formula One driver turned Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies aged 59 ⊕
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Zanardi, who lost his legs in a racing crash, was credited with helping transform the perception of disability in Italy.
Alex Zanardi dead at 59: Ex-Formula One star who lost both of his legs in racing crash before winning FOUR Paralympic gold medals passes away as family release statement ○
During his recovery, Zanardi designed his own prosthetics - he joked that he made himself taller - and learned to walk again. He then turned his attention to hand cycling.
Alex Zanardi, former F1 driver and Paralympic champion, dies at 59 ⊕⊕
Italian driver lost both legs in high-speed cart race crash
He went on to win four Paralympic golds as a para-cyclist
Alex Zanardi, the former Formula One driver who lost both legs in a racing crash an…
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