NASCAR and IndyCar Driver John Andretti Dies At 56.
Former NASCAR and IndyCar driver John Andretti has died at the age of 56 after a long battle with colon cancer. Andretti Autosports shared the news on Thursday, calling him a “loving husband and father” as well as a “dedicated teammate” and “driven competitor”.
Statement on the passing of John Andretti #CheckItForAndretti pic.twitter.com/ku3gX2neOq
— Andretti Autosport (@FollowAndretti) January 30, 2020
Andretti, a first cousin of racing legend Michael Andretti, was the first driver ever to attempt “the double”, driving the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.
How will you remember John Andretti? What current racer should attempt “the double” next?
