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Anders Olofsson

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Born:

31 Mar 1952
Argelholm

Died:

23 Jan 2008
Halmstad

Nationality:

Sweden

F2 starts:

3 (1979-1981)

A very popular driver who came second in the 1997 Le Mans. He had a very successful career in Japan, with multiple touring car titles to his credit - 1989 and 1991 in Japan - as well as the 1990 sportscar title in Japan. Also won the 1991 Spa 24 Hours. He had the chance of Formula 1 with Ensign, but turned it down as he was getting married on the same weekend! Later became a team boss in touring cars before his early, sudden and very sad death, aged only 55. Anders was also the 1977 and 1978 Swedish Formula 3 champion.

Biography last updated 25 Jan 2016