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Willy T Ribbs

In 1991, Willy T Ribbs became the first African-American driver to take part in the Indianapolis 500 - the biggest motor sport event in the USA. He talks to Jo Parsons about his long battle for sponsorship and the inspiration of Muhammad Ali.

(Photo: Willy T Ribbs. Credit: Associated Press)

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Wed 31 Aug 201601:50GMT
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