Jerry Unser Jr. Formula one racer

Jeremy Michael Unser, Jr. (November 15, 1932, Colorado Springs, Colorado – May 17, 1959, Indianapolis, Indiana) was an American racecar driver. He was the 1957 USAC Stock Car champion.Jerry was the first of the Unser family to compete at Indianapolis. In his only start, in 1958, he was caught up in a 13-car pileup on the first lap and flew over the turn three wall, miraculously emerging unhurt. He died in a practice crash before the 1959 Indianapolis 500, leaving behind a widow, Jeanne Unser, and two sons, Jerry and Johnny Unser.His brothers Al and Bobby and his nephew Al Jr. have won the "500". His son Johnny and nephew Robby have also competed in the race.

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Birth dateNovember 15, 1932
Nationality
United States
Date of deathMay 17, 1959

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Formula one racer

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1958 Indianapolis 500
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1959 Indianapolis 500
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