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Birth Name: Peter John Collins
Born: 6 November 1931 Died: 3 August 1958
Country of origin: 
United Kingdom
Relationship Status: Married
Partner: Louise King
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Peter Collins was a gifted British racing driver born on 6 November 1931 in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. He began his motorsport journey in 500cc Formula 3 before rising through the ranks to Formula One, making his debut in 1952 with HWM. His career spanned stints with Vanwall, BRM, Maserati, and most notably Ferrari, where he achieved his greatest success.
Collins won three Formula One Grands Prix—two in 1956 (Belgium and France) and one in 1958 (British GP at Silverstone). He was known for his natural driving talent and sportsmanship, famously handing over his car to teammate Juan Manuel Fangio during the 1956 Italian Gra
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