Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈɛmeʁsõ fitʃiˈpawdʒi]; born 12 December 1946) is a Brazilian former racing driver and motorsport executive, who competed in Formula One from 1970 to 1980.

The youngest World Champion at the time, Emerson Fittipaldi achieved that distinction through circumstances that threw him in at the deep end while he was still relatively wet behind the ears. But 'Emmo' rose superbly to the challenge, winning …

Fittipaldi is at the top of an ever-growing list of Brazilian drivers to stand out in the world's elite open-wheel racing series. He also a member of a very elite club of drivers to win both the world driving championship and the Indianapolis 500.

Oct 23, 2018 · Fittipaldi talks about surviving F1's darkest era, loving short ovals, and his trademark sideburns.

Emerson Fittipaldi is a former Brazilian racing driver who drove in Formula One and American open-wheel racing. He competed in Formula One from 1970 to 1980, winning two Drivers’ Championships: the first in 1972 with Lotus and the second in 1974 with McLaren.

Emerson Fittipaldi won two Formula 1 championship with two different teams. His first was in 1972 when he was driving for Team Lotus. He won his second championship in 1974 when he was McLaren driver. Fittipaldi was also the first F1 champion from Brazil.

Fittipaldi won his first World Championship in 1972, making him, at age 26, the youngest World Champion in history. After coming in second in 1973, he claimed the World Championship again in 1974. Fittipaldi retired from Formula One in the ’70’s, but made a …

Emerson Fittipaldi é o único brasileiro e um dos poucos pilotos da história da Fórmula 1 a vencer um grande prêmio em seu ano de estreia. Foi durante mais de 30 anos (desde 1972) o mais jovem campeão mundial de Fórmula 1 de todos os tempos até sua marca ser batida em 2005 por Fernando Alonso que, por sua vez, foi batido por Lewis ...

Fittipaldi took over as the No.1 driver for Team Lotus after the death of Jochen Rindt in 1970 and he won his first world title just two years later, becoming at that time the youngest champion in history at the age of 25.

Apr 1, 2024 · In the fast-paced world of Formula 1 racing, few names stand out like that of Emerson Fittipaldi. With his daring speed, immense skill, and relentless determination, Fittipaldi rightfully earned his reputation as a true racing legend.