Juan Manuel Fangio quotes

Juan Manuel Fangio was an Argentinian racing driver renowned as one of the greatest Formula One champions. His exceptional skill and tactical brilliance led him to win five World Drivers' Championships in the 1950s. He remains a legendary figure in motorsport history and is celebrated for his sportsmanship and achievements. Here are 8 of his quotes:

I learned to approach racing like a game of billiards. If you bash the ball too hard, you get nowhere. As you handle the cue properly, you drive with more finesse.

Juan Manuel Fangio

A crazy man finishes in the cemetery.

Juan Manuel Fangio

Women rule our lives, don't they?

Juan Manuel Fangio

When I raced with Mercedes, I thought I'd learn German. But my wife didn't want to live in Germany.

Juan Manuel Fangio

The driver of a racing car is a component. When I first began, I used to grip the steering wheel firmly, and I changed gear so hard that I damaged my hand.

Juan Manuel Fangio

In my time, you needed to speak a little Italian, and that was it.

Juan Manuel Fangio

Everything has changed. When I was at school and was told I had better learn English, I said: What for? The English are a hell of a long way away!

Juan Manuel Fangio