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My biggest concern during a race is getting bored. The biggest thing I have to combat is falling asleep while going around and around.
Mario Andretti
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Mario Andretti
Age: 84
Born: 1940
Born: February 28
Formula One Driver
Nascar Driver
Racing Automobile Driver
Mario Gabriele Andretti
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