Date of Birth: May 19, 1973
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Dario Franchitti, born George Dario Marino Franchitti, is a retired Scottish racing driver known for his success in American open-wheel racing. He was born on May 19, 1973, in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland. Franchitti began his racing career in the early 1990s in the UK, competing in Formula Vauxhall and Formula Three. He then moved to the United States to compete in the IndyCar Series, where he achieved significant success. Franchitti is a four-time IndyCar Series champion, having won the championship in 2007, 2009, 2010, and 2011. He also won the prestigious Indianapolis 500 three times, in 2007, 2010, and 2012. Known for his smooth driving style and strategic acumen, Franchitti was a dominant force in the series during his career. In 2013, Franchitti announced his retirement from racing following a crash at the Grand Prix of Houston, which resulted in multiple injuries. After retiring, he transitioned into a role as a commentator and advisor in the racing world. He is married to Eleanor Robb, and they have two children together. Franchitti was previously married to actress Ashley Judd.
5 Interesting Facts about Dario Franchitti
1. Dario Franchitti is of Italian descent; his father is from Italy.
2. He has won the prestigious Indianapolis 500 three times.
3. He retired from racing in 2013 after a crash that resulted in multiple injuries.
4. Franchitti has a brother, Marino Franchitti, who is also a professional racing driver.
5. He transitioned into a role as a commentator and advisor in the racing world after retiring.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dario Franchitti
1. “The fans are the reason we do what we do. Without them, we’d be nothing.”
2. “You have to be very focused and very clear in your mind when you go racing.”
3. “Winning the Indy 500 is a dream come true. It’s the pinnacle of our sport.”
4. “Racing is in my blood. It’s something I’ve always wanted to do.”
5. “Retiring was a difficult decision, but health and safety come first.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Dario Franchitti’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $50 million.
Children
Dario Franchitti has two children with his wife, Eleanor Robb.
Relevant Links
1. [IndyCar Series Profile](https://www.indycar.com/Series/IndyCar-Series/Dario-Franchitti
2. [Wikipedia – Dario Franchitti](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dario_Franchitti
3. [Racing Reference](https://www.racing-reference.info/driver/Dario_Franchitti/
