Jimmy Vasser

Jimmy Vasser (born November 20 1965 in Canoga Park, California ) is a an American racing driver. Vasser was the 1996 Champcar (then called Indycar) champion, and has scored ten victories in the category.

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November 20 - 1965 - Canoga Park - California - American - 1996 - Champcar

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Vasser made his debut in Champcar in 1992 and looked set to become a successor to legends such as A.J. Foyt and Rick Mears. Although he did become a top driver, his rise to prominence coincided with the infamous CART-IRL (Indy Racing League 'split' so Vasser's best years were spent away from the Indianapolis 500.

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A.J. Foyt - Rick Mears - Indy Racing League - Indianapolis 500

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