The Mario Andretti Story: Racing’s Most Versatile Driver? America’s Greatest American Racer? Watch

Mario Andretti was a household name when I was growing up watching him race at the Indy 500 and such. His career is insane, with more wins and championships than you can shake a stick at. But what really set Mario Andretti apart was just how much racing he did, in a variety of cars and racing types. He’s won at Indy, in F 1, at Daytona, and more. In Formula One cars, Indy cars, sports cars, stock cars, and more. There wasn’t anything he wouldn’t drive if given the chance, and back then this was not the norm. As a result, younger Andrettis that followed would race in even more categories, including NHRA drag racing!

The life and times of Mario Andretti are a story of the American Dream and the will to succeed, and we love it. Check it out below and let us know what you think.

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We’re excited to announce that we’ll be celebrating all things Americana at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard. The Americana Celebration presented by Bank of America will have the very best of motorsport from across the pond. The godfather of American racing is undoubtedly – the great Mario Andretti. As part of our F1 champions celebration last year, we sat down with Mario in our cosy Tyrrell Shed to reminisce about one of the best careers in motorsport. More Americana announcements will follow soon, but for now, please spend an hour with Mario and his Lotus 79.

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