How did Patrick Tambay die? Former Formula 1 Ferrari driver, 73, was 'one of the true stars of the '80s'
PARIS, FRANCE: Former Formula 1 driver Patrick Tambay died at the age of 73, as confirmed by his family on Sunday, December 4. His death comes after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. On Sunday, December 4, Ferrari's official Instagram page paid tribute to the French driver. "We are all truly saddened by the news of the passing of Patrick Tambay. He was one of the true stars of the 80s winning two races with the Scuderia and contributing to winning the Manufacturers’ titles in 1982 and 1983," the caption read.
The French driver had a remarkable career as he featured in nine F1 seasons between 1977 and 1986. He competed in F1 in two spells, first between 1977 and 1979, and then from 1981 to 1986. The sportsperson entered 123 races and secured two wins including the 1982 German Grand Prix and the San Marino GP the following year. His well-established career’s best finish in the driver's championship was seen in 1983 when he finished fourth behind Nelson Piquet, Alain Prost, and Rene Arnoux, as reported by the Daily Mail. Benefitting from Tambay’s racing, Ferrari held the World Constructors' Championships title in both 1982 and 1983.
