What happened Dario Franchitti?

A concussion, spinal fractures, and a broken ankle forced his retirement from motorsports after a long and storied career in IndyCar. “I really thought my racing days were behind me but it is tough to give up something that has been a part of my life for so long and that I love so much,” Franchitti said in a statement.

Did Dario Franchitti retire?

The losses are lingering effects from the multiple head injuries Franchitti suffered in his racing career. But the Scotsman forced into retirement after a crash in Houston in the fall of 2013 accepts his lot.

Why did Dario Franchitti stop racing?

Four-time IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti announced Thursday he will no longer be able to compete in auto racing because of injuries suffered in an Oct. 6 crash.

Who does Dario Franchitti work for?

Chip Ganassi’s
Since retiring, Franchitti has spent the last several years serving as a driving coach for Chip Ganassi’s IndyCar operation, with special emphasis on mentoring and instructing young CGR drivers such as Alex Palou and Marcus Ericsson, not to mention seven-time NASCAR Cup champion—but also 45-year-old IndyCar rookie— …

Is Dario Franchitti married?

Eleanor Robbm. 2015
Ashley Juddm. 2001–2013
Dario Franchitti/Spouse

Where is Dario Franchitti today?

These days, Dario Franchitti serves in a driver mentor/ coach role with the organisation he raced for in INDYCAR from 2009-2013. He is still having an impact on the field through Chip Ganassi Racing.

Who is Eleanor Franchitti?

Eleanor Franchitti – Global Head of Business Development – Caxton Associates | LinkedIn.

Who did Dario marry?

Who is Marino Franchitti married to?

Holly Mason
Personal life. Franchitti is the son of Marina and George Franchitti, both born in Scotland. He is of Italian heritage, from the town of Cassino in Central Italy. Marino is married to Holly Mason, second daughter of Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason and a racer of historic cars herself.

Is Dario Franchitti still married?

Franchitti married American actress Ashley Judd in December 2001 at Skibo Castle near Dornoch, Scotland. They divorced in 2013 and remain on friendly terms. Franchitti has since married Eleanor Robb, an Englishwoman. They have two daughters: Sofia (born November 2015) and Valentina (born February 2019).

Are Ashley Judd and Dario Franchitti still friends?

The Hollywood star and the Scots IndyCar champion divorced in 2013 after 11 years of marriage but remain on good terms. Film star Ashley Judd has revealed she is godmother to her ex-husband Dario Franchitti’s daughter by his second wife.

Who is Dario Franchitti’s wife?

Dario Franchitti/Wife
Franchitti married American actress Ashley Judd in December 2001 at Skibo Castle near Dornoch, Scotland. They divorced in 2013 and remain on friendly terms. Franchitti has since married Eleanor Robb, an Englishwoman. They have two daughters: Sofia (born November 2015) and Valentina (born February 2019).

When did Dario and Ashley break up?

2013
Film star Ashley Judd has revealed she is godmother to her ex-husband Dario Franchitti’s daughter by his second wife. The Hollywood star and the Scots IndyCar champion divorced in 2013 after 11 years of marriage.