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Silverstone, Great Britain. 19 July 1952: Alberto Ascari leads Giuseppe Farina, Reg Parnell, Alan Brown, Ken Downing, Eric Thompson and Mike
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Silverstone, Great Britain. 19 July 1952: Alberto Ascari leads Giuseppe Farina, Reg Parnell, Alan Brown, Ken Downing, Eric Thompson and Mike
1952 British Grand Prix.
Silverstone, Great Britain. 19 July 1952.
Alberto Ascari (#15, Ferrari 500) leads Giuseppe Farina (#16, Ferrari 500), Reg Parnell (#8, Cooper T20-Bristol), Alan Brown (#11, Cooper T20-Bristol), Ken Downing (#4, Connaught A-type-Lea-Francis), Eric Thompson (#5, Connaught A-type-lEa-Francis) and Mike Hawthorn (#9, Cooper T20-Bristol) at the start.
World Copyright: LAT Photographic
Ref: 19752B/13
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Media ID 7705993
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This print takes us back to the thrilling atmosphere of the 1952 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The image captures a defining moment as Alberto Ascari, driving his iconic Ferrari 500 (#15), skillfully leads a pack of legendary drivers on that fateful day. Ascari's fierce determination is evident in his focused expression as he confidently maneuvers through the track, setting an impressive pace. Right behind him is Giuseppe Farina (#16), also piloting a Ferrari 500, closely tailing Ascari with unwavering determination. The intense competition doesn't end there; Reg Parnell (#8) in his Cooper T20-Bristol, Alan Brown (#11) in another Cooper T20-Bristol, Ken Downing (#4) racing a Connaught A-type-Lea-Francis, Eric Thompson (#5) also commanding a Connaught A-type-lEa-Francis, and Mike Hawthorn (#9) navigating yet another Cooper T20-Bristol are all hot on their heels. As the race begins at Silverstone on that historic July day in 1952, this snapshot perfectly encapsulates the adrenaline-fueled excitement and camaraderie among these motorsport legends. It serves as a timeless reminder of their remarkable skills and passion for speed. Preserved by Motorsport Images under strict copyright regulations (Ref: 19752B/13), this photograph allows us to relive one of motorsport's most memorable moments
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