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Alex Zanardi took CART by storm in 1997 and 1998 winning the drivers' title back-to-back. The Italian though was soon the victim of some less than complimentary remarks, despite the fact that his results spoke for themselves.

Prior to his horrific crash at the Laustizring in Germany in 2001, which cost him both of his legs, Alex Zanardi was a man in demand.

Alex Zanardi survived the 'big one' in 2001, when he crashed at the Lausitzring in Germany, just days following the tragic events of 9/11.

Alex Zanardi survived the 'big one' in 2001, when he crashed at the Lausitzring in Germany, just days following the tragic events of 9/11.

by Rob Wilkins Former F1 and CART star Alex Zanardi has paid homage to Nigel Mansell, claiming that the Briton always managed to do something 'unexpected' and pull it off.

by Rob Wilkins Alex Zanardi made his name in Indy Cars, winning the championship back-to-back in 1997 and 1998. He was a well-respected and admired racing driver, and still is, despite that accident in Germany back in 2001.

by Rob Wilkins Alex Zanardi was dealt a devastating blow in 2001, when he suffered an appalling crash in Germany which cost him both his legs. He never gave up though, and although he insists he is no 'superman', the Italian is an example for us all.