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Alberto Crespo

1920 – 1991

Argentine racing driver

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Lived 1920 – 1991 (aged 71). Alberto Crespo was an Argentine engineer, racing automobile driver and formula One driver.

Alberto Augusto Crespo (16 January 1920 – 14 August 1991) was a racing driver from Buenos Aires, Argentina. He entered one World Championship Formula One Grand Prix, the 1952 Italian Grand Prix, with a Maserati entered for him by Enrico Platé. Crespo posted the 26th best time in the qualifying session of the 35 entrants, although he failed to qualify as only the fastest 24 started the race.

Crespo had previously competed in the 1952 Daily Mail Trophy, in a Talbot-Lago T26C entered by Antonio Lago, in which he qualified 12th and finished 10th. The following year, he competed in the 1953 Buenos Aires Grand Prix in an Alfa-Romeo, and finished 11th.

After his racing career ended, Crespo remained involved with Argentine motorsport administration until his death in 1991.

Complete Formula One World Championship results (key) Year Entrant Chassis Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 WDC Points 1952 Enrico Platé Maserati 4CLT/48 Maserati/Platé Straight-4 SUI 500 BEL FRA GBR GER NED ITA NC 0

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Who was Alberto Crespo?

Argentine racing driver (1920–1991)

When was Alberto Crespo born?

Alberto Crespo was born on 16 January 1920 in Buenos Aires.

When did Alberto Crespo die?

Alberto Crespo died on 14 August 1991 in Buenos Aires.

What was Alberto Crespo's occupation?

Alberto Crespo was an engineer, racing automobile driver and formula One driver.

What nationality was Alberto Crespo?

Alberto Crespo was Argentine.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alberto Crespo

· Wikidata: Q794544

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