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PERSONAL FILE |
HOME LIFE |
PROFESSIONAL LIFE |
Full Name:
Riccardo Gabriele Patrese |
Where is your present home?
I have four actually; Monte Carlo, Padova, Cortina and Venice. |
Who has been the biggest influence on your career?
Bernie Ecclestone. |
Birthdate:
17 April 1954 |
Do you have any pets?
Yes, we have a dog, a cat and 2 goldfish. |
Who do you think is the greatest ever racing driver?
I couldn´t name just one. It all depends on the era, the cars, etc. |
Star Sign:
Aries |
What do you do to relax?
I play sports and I have a model train collection. |
Which is your favourite race track?
Imola, home of the San Marino Grand Prix. |
Birthplace:
Padova |
What is your most treasured possession?
My family, obviously, but then my train and watch collection. |
Which track do you least like?
Magny Cours. |
Height:
5´9" (1.76m) |
What is your everyday road car?
Renault Clio 16 valve. |
Single most important advance in race safety?
All the hard work on both circuits and cars over the last 15 years. |
Weight:
11st 9lbs (74kgs) |
Do you have any phobias?
Yes, I suffer from vertigo. |
What was your worst racing moment?
The tragic death of Elio de Angelis. |
Colour of Eyes:
Green |
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Which race do you remember with most satisfaction?
The San Marino Grand Prix at Imola 1990. |
Are you Left or Right handed?
Right |
Do you have any raceday superstitions or lucky mascots?
Not really, just feelings on the day. |
Nickname:
"Papi" |
Who are your personal sponsors?
Le Club Actif and Denim. |
Family:
Wife Suzi, son Simone, twin daughters
Maddalena & Beatrice
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Who do you tip for future F1
stardom?
Ross Cheever. |
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EARLY LIFE |
LIKES & DISLIKES |
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Did you enjoy school?
Yes, I was very happy at school. |
What makes you laugh?
Ann Bradshaw from CSS and questionnaires! |
What were your best subjects?
History. |
What makes you really angry?
Disloyal people. |
What was your first job?
Motor racing! |
What is your favourite music?
I like most types of music. |
Who or what was your first love?
Skiing. |
Is there any type of music you hate?
Yes, heavy metal. |
What was your first car?
Fiat 127. |
What food do you like most?
Bread. |
When did you first become interested in motor racing?
When I first tried karting, at ten years old.
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Is
there any food you dislike?
I can´t stand liver. |
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What is your favourite film?
The Indiana Jones films. |
Who is your favourite actor/actress?
Sean Connery. |
What is your favourite colour?
Blue.
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