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Also Known As Anthony Joseph Foyt, Jr.
Born January 16, 1935 (age 91) • Houston • Texas
Awards And Honors Indianapolis 500 (1977) • Daytona 500 (1972) • 24 Hours of Le Mans (1967) • Indianapolis 500 (1967) • Indianapolis 500 (1964) • Indianapolis 500 (1961)

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