Dario Resta

Dario Resta, 1920. Originally in the Library of Congress, 1920, so copyright lapsed. JPEG copyright, Richard Jenkins, 2010.

Dario Resta, 1920. Originally in the Library of Congress, 1920, so copyright lapsed. JPEG copyright, Richard Jenkins, 2010.

Born:

17 Aug 1882
Faenza

Died:

03 Sep 1924
Brooklands Circuit, England

Nationality:

Italy

Indy 500s:

3 (1915-1923)

Italian born, but English based for much of his career. Became the first European to win a major US championship. Started racing and winning in 1907, and in 1912 became Sunbeam's official driver which led to continued success. During WW1 he moved to America, where he continued his success. Killed in a speed record attempt.

Biography last updated 4 Nov 2012