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Juan Manuel Fangio

Sir Stirling Moss selects racing drivers' driver, Juan Manuel Fangio - five world title winner. With Matthew Parris. From 2008.

Sir Stirling Moss nominates as his Great Life the racing drivers' driver, Juan Manuel Fangio.

He was the quiet, home-loving man who made the record books by winning five World racing titles.

Matthew Parris explores the story behind the name.

With expert witness: Gerald Donaldson.

Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.

Producer: Christine Hall

First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in April 2008.

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30 minutes

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Fri 18 Jul 2025 00:00

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  • Tue 22 Apr 2008 16:30
  • Fri 25 Apr 2008 23:00
  • Thu 29 Dec 2016 18:30
  • Fri 30 Dec 2016 00:30
  • Thu 17 Jul 2025 10:00
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  • Fri 18 Jul 2025 00:00

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