Le Mans 55: The Deadliest Race
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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The Bitter Irony of Victory at Le Mans 1955
This chapter delves into the harrowing ending of the 1955 Le Mans race, highlighting the stark contrast between victory and tragedy. It vividly illustrates Mike Hawthorne's celebration amid the grim aftermath of a catastrophic incident, underscored by a poignant newspaper headline.
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