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Who was Patrick Tambay's close friend who died during the 1982 Belgian Grand Prix?

  • Gilles Villeneuve

  • Niki Lauda

  • James Hunt

  • Ayrton Senna

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Gilles Villeneuve, a renowned Canadian racing driver, was Patrick Tambay's close friend who tragically lost his life during the 1982 Belgian Grand Prix. At the Zolder circuit, Villeneuve's Ferrari crashed into Jochen Mass's March, causing fatal injuries. The motorsports community mourned the loss of a skilled and fearless driver, leaving an indelible mark on the world of Formula One racing.
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