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Willy T. Ribbs

American

” . . . the first African-American man to have tested a Formula One car (he did so in 1986) and to
compete in the Indianapolis 500 (tested in 1985, raced in 1991 and 1993).” [Wikipedia] 

– – – Websites – – –

Rechtin, Mark. “Racing While Black: How Willy T. Ribbs Battled Racism on the Racetrack,” MotorTrend, Jun 19, 2020.

Willy T. Ribbs – Wikipedia

– – – Videos – – –

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKwfDjfO9Pw

UPPITY: The Willy T. Ribbs Story – [Min: 2:28]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GxDs2emadM

1985 Willy T. Ribbs Interview – [Min: 6:40]

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