1953c Ascari winning Bremgarten F1 Cover signed TONY CROOK

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MotorsportMemorabilia 1953 Grand Prix commemorative cover signed Eric THOMPSON

The fourth cover in the series depicts Alberto Ascari winning the Swiss Grand Prix at Bremgarten, on the 23 August 1953, driving the invincible Ferrari 500; his team mate, Giuseppe Farina, is shown in second place. Mike Hawthorn (not shown) also in a Ferrari, came third, giving the Company a clean sweep. Alfa Romeo all 3 places on the podium. All 3 drivers have since died but we have been fortunate to obtain the signature of 3 drivers who raced in the early 50s.

The extra special version is signed by TONY CROOK who was one of the UK's most active racers from 1946-55, driving in single-seaters and sports cars. He raced a 2.9-litre Alfa Romeo with great success in the late forties and won the first post-war circuit race at Gransden Lodge. In 1950 Tony began racing Bristol-engined cars and accumulated countless wins with his Fraser Nash. In 1953, he purchased a Cooper-Bristol Mk II and enjoyed many spirited battles with his friend Roy Salvadori. Tony Crook competed in over 400 races, sprints and hill climbs setting numerous lap records. After retiring from racing, he acquired Bristol Cars Limited and remains its Chairman to this day.