Gastone Brilli-Peri
Italian racecar driver (1893-1930) · Italy · On the map · Athletes · Died at 36
Count Gastone Brilli-Peri was an Italian racing driver, who won the 1925 Italian Grand Prix in an Alfa Romeo P2, securing the inaugural World Manufacturers' Championship title for Alfa Romeo. Known simply as "Brilli", his face had been permanently scarred in an accident during a Tour of Italy motorcycle race.
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About this person
He used to race wearing a hat similar to a Basque beret, which is now known in Italy as a brilliperi.
Country
Italy
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1893 to 1930 · aged 36
