Nelson Piquet
 Nelson Piquet, 1980. Copyright Ferret Fotographic 2009, part of the Colin Taylor Productions Collection. Used with permission. |
Born: |
17 Aug 1952 |
No current picture available of Nelson Piquet. |
Nationality: |
Brazil |
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Grands Prix: |
204 (1978-1991) |
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Indy 500s: |
1 (1992-1993) |
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His racing career came to a virtual halt in 1992 after a big crash at Indianapolis and he still suffers slightly from the crash injuries. Now a grandfather, he is a successful businessman with a satellite tracking company in Brazil. He also keenly follows and guides his son, Nelson Angelo. Piquet Sr ran the GP2 team which featured his son, but sold it after Nelsinho's progression, but still acts as a consultant. Has now retired, his las race being a win at the Mille Mihila with his son, Bouchut and Castroneves in 2006. Nelson's youngest son Pedro has also started racing! Biography last updated 24 Jan 2010 |
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