About Theo Fitzau
Lived 1923 – 1982 (aged 59). Theo Fitzau was a German formula One driver.
Theodor Fitzau (10 February 1923 in Köthen, Germany (later East Germany) – 18 March 1982 in Groß-Gerau, West Germany) was a racing driver from East Germany. Generally a Formula Two racer, he participated in one World Championship Grand Prix, the 1953 German Grand Prix, driving an AFM owned by fellow driver Helmut Niedermayr. He retired from the race, scoring no championship points.
Complete World Championship results (key) Year Entrant Chassis Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WDC Points 1953 Helmut Niedermayr AFM U8 BMW Straight-6 ARG 500 NED BEL FRA GBR GER SUI ITA NC 0
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Who was Theo Fitzau?
German racing driver (1923–1982)
When was Theo Fitzau born?
Theo Fitzau was born on 10 February 1923 in Köthen.
When did Theo Fitzau die?
Theo Fitzau died on 18 March 1982 in Groß-Gerau.
What was Theo Fitzau's occupation?
Theo Fitzau was a formula One driver.
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Theo Fitzau was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Theo Fitzau. https://biography.guide/theo-fitzau/
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