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Bobby Unser: The passing of an American motorsport giant

Three-time IndyCar winner Bobby Unser passed away from natural causes on Sunday evening at the age of 87. Unser – or Uncle Bobby as he was affectionately known – was a member of the legendary Unser racing dynasty whose distinguished family members include Bobby's brother, Al Unser, who won at Indy four times and his nephew Al Jr. who won twice at the mighty Speedway. Bobby Unser also attempted a foray into the world of Formula 1 in 1968. Along with fellow legend Mario Andretti, Unser entered the Italian Grand Prix at Monza that year with BRM, while Andretti was scheduled to race with Lotus. Both drivers practiced at Monza before flying back to the US to take part in a USAC event at...
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