Rick Mears: “Achieving my dreams”
29. May 2021
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Rick Mears, born 3 December 1951, known by the nickname “Rocket Rick”, is a former American race car driver. He is one of three men to win the Indianapolis 500 four times and is the current record-holder for pole positions in the race with six.
Rick Mears: “America allows us to be able to dream, then gives us the ability to achieve those dreams.”
Nowadays the American still works for Team Penske as a consultant and as a coach for the drivers, his input being invaluable.
Four times Indy 500 winner: 1979, 1984, 1988, 1991. A record six poles at Indy 500. IndyCar Series champion : 1979, 1981, 1982.
Rick Mears, Penske PC20-Chevrolet, 1st position, with the Borg Warner Trophy.
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Indycar, Indianapolis, Indianapolis 500, Rick Mears, Penske, Roger Penske, Penske, Chevrolet, USA, 1984, 1988, 1991
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