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Sir Stirling Moss

In 1955, Sir Stirling Moss faced his biggest motor racing challenge: a 1000 mile circuit of Italy.

In 1955, the legendary British racing driver Sir Stirling Moss, faced his biggest challenge.

He headed for Italy to take part in the Mille Miglia - a 1000 mile race around the country.

David Prest talks to Sir Stirling for Sporting Witness.

PHOTO: Sir Stirling Moss, centre, at the finish line. (Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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