Alex Zanardi, a decorated para-cyclist and former F1 driver, has died at the age of 59.
The Italian took up hand-cycling as a second sporting career after losing both his legs in a motor racing accident in 2001.
“It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Alessandro Zanardi, which occurred suddenly yesterday evening, 1 May,” read the statement. “Alex passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
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