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Late F1 driver Gilles Villeneuve named as historic figure in Quebec

Quebec immortalizes its racing legend in stone — a morning reminder of the icons we carry forward.

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A commemorative plaque has been unveiled near a racing circuit in Quebec honouring late Formula 1 driver Gilles Villeneuve. The installation formalizes his status as a historic figure in the province. Villeneuve's daughter attended the ceremony and described it as recognition of a lasting legend.

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A commemorative plaque was unveiled near the circuit, formalizing what Villeneuve’s daughter described as the recognition of a lasting legend.

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