Gilles Villeneuve
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Late F1 driver Gilles Villeneuve named as historic figure in QuebecA commemorative plaque was unveiled near the circuit, formalizing what Villeneuve’s daughter described as the recognition of a lasting legend.SportsMay 22
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Villeneuve family seeks to protect driver’s ‘legacy’ in battle against Quebec museumGilles Villeneuve's family — including former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve — is taking action to get back his possessions from a museum, citing legacy and safety concerns.CanadaFeb 27, 2025
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Jacques Villeneuve calls thieves of late father’s bronze monument ‘soulless beings’The younger Villeneuve, also a celebrated F1 driver, posted a video to social media on the weekend saying he has had trouble sleeping since learning of the theft.CanadaNov 4, 2024
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Thieves take off with bronze statue of Formula One racing legend Gilles VilleneuveTjetatue cost $25,000 to built in 1984 and the general manager of the Gilles Villeneuve Museum is worried the thieves plan to melt it and sell the bronze.CanadaNov 1, 2024
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‘It was very special’: Jacques Villeneuve drives dad’s car in Montreal parade lapJacques Villeneuve rode his father's No. 12 Ferrari from 1978 in the parade lap Sunday before the race.SportsJun 10, 2018
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No tears to be shed as Canadian Grand Prix says bye to old garagesThe Canadian Grand Prix is bidding farewell to its 30-year-old garages this year, but no one is shedding a tear.SportsMay 23, 2018
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