Giulio Cabianca facts for kids
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| Born | 19 February 1923 Verona, Italy |
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| Died | 15 June 1961 (aged 38) Modena Autodrome, Italy |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality |  Italian |
| Active years | 1958 - 1960 |
| Teams | O.S.C.A., non-works Maserati & Cooper |
| Entries | 4 (3 starts) |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 0 |
| Career points | 3 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1958 Monaco Grand Prix |
| Last entry | 1960 Italian Grand Prix |
Giulio Cabianca (born February 19, 1923 – died June 15, 1961) was a talented racing driver from Italy. He was known for competing in Formula One races, which are the highest class of international auto racing.
Who Was Giulio Cabianca?
Giulio Cabianca was born in Verona, a city in northern Italy. From a young age, he showed a passion for cars and speed, which led him to become a professional racing driver. He competed against some of the best drivers in the world during his career.
His Racing Career
Giulio Cabianca took part in four official Formula One World Championship races. His first race was on May 18, 1958. Over his career, he managed to score a total of 3 championship points, which are awarded to drivers who finish in the top positions. Besides Formula One, he also raced in other important events. In 1955, he won the Dolomites Gold Cup Race, showing his skill and determination on the track. He drove for teams like O.S.C.A., Maserati, and Cooper.
A Tragic Day
Giulio Cabianca's life ended in a very sad accident on June 15, 1961. This happened while he was testing a Cooper-Ferrari Formula One car at the Modena Autodrome test track in Italy. The track was located close to a public road called Via Emilia.
During the test, it's believed that the car's gearbox failed. This made it impossible for Giulio to stop the car. The Cooper car went off the track and crashed through an open gate, which was open because some workers were nearby. The car then crossed the Via Emilia road, hitting several other vehicles. Sadly, it then crashed into the wall of a building. Giulio Cabianca died in the accident. Also, a minivan driver, a motorcycle rider, and a bicyclist were killed in this tragic event.
