Jorge Daponte
Argentine racing driver
About Jorge Daponte
Lived 1923 – 1963 (aged 39). Jorge Daponte was an Argentine engineer, racing automobile driver and formula One driver.
Jorge Alberto Daponte (5 June 1923 – 9 March 1963) was a racing driver from Argentina.
Daponte was born in Buenos Aires. He participated in two World Championship Formula One Grands Prix, appearing for the first time on 17 January 1954, and scoring no championship points. He also participated in several non-Championship races. He died at 39 years of age, possibly of suicide.
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Who was Jorge Daponte?
Argentine racing driver
When was Jorge Daponte born?
Jorge Daponte was born on 5 June 1923 in Buenos Aires.
When did Jorge Daponte die?
Jorge Daponte died on 9 March 1963 in Buenos Aires.
What was Jorge Daponte's occupation?
Jorge Daponte was an engineer, racing automobile driver and formula One driver.
What nationality was Jorge Daponte?
Jorge Daponte was Argentine.
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