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Emilio Zapico

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Born:

27 May 1944
Leon

Died:

06 Aug 1996
Huete

Nationality:

Spain

Grands Prix:

0 (1976)

Killed in a plane accident in Spain when he crashed flying his ultralight aircraft (Emilio didn't die in a traffic accident as often cited). Mainly in touring cars and sportscars, but not with a lot of success. He had more enjoyment in rallying in his native country. His last race in single-seaters was in European Formula 3 in 1984, and he then followed that up with a final European Touring Car Championship race in 1985 at Estoril. During his career, which started in the late 1960's, initially in rallying, he also raced in the Formula Seat Championship.

Biography last updated 6 Aug 2016