Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59.
Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi won his third Paralympic gold medal on Wednesday, a day before the 15th anniversary of the Champ Car crash that cost the Italian both legs and nearly his life.
Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, who lost his legs after a horrific crash in 2001, enjoyed a golden finale to his 'magical adventure' by winning the Paralympic men's individual H4 handcycling time trial on Wednesday.
Says he has given 'lesson of humanity'.
There was more disappointment at the Paralympics for South Africa's Oscar Pistorius after he was left trailing in the wake of Britain's Jonnie Peacock in the men's 100m final on Thursday.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday
The hearing into Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand's missed drugs test was adjourned today after the opening day of evidence.
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