Friday 12th May 1922
Born on this day, Roy Salvadori, British motor racing driver and manager who participated in 50 Formula One World Championship Grands Prix, debuting in 1952, and achieved two podiums, scoring a total of 19 Championship points. He also won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1959, driving for Aston Martin and teamed with Carroll Shelby. After retiring from driving he returned to running his car dealership, but was tempted back to Formula One to manage the Cooper racing team in 1966 and 1967.
