Personal information | |
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Nationality | Italian |
Born | October 1, 1976 |
World Rally Championship record | |
Active years | 2000–2002, 2005–2010, 2013–present |
Teams | M-Sport Ford |
Rallies | 87 |
Championships | 0 |
Rally wins | 0 |
Podiums | 0 |
Stage wins | 0 |
Total points | 4 |
First rally | 2000 Tour de Corse |
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* Season still in progress.
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