Alfa Romeo wins 44th 1000 Miglia with 1931 6C 1750 Gran Sport
Alfa Romeo's 1931 6C 1750 Gran Sport driven by Juan and Margarita Tonconogy triumphed at the 44th 1000 Miglia, adding to the brand's record 11 victories in the legendary race.
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What Happened
Alfa Romeo secured victory at the 44th 1000 Miglia with a 1931 6C 1750 Gran Sport (#61) driven by Juan and Margarita Tonconogy. The brand fielded 50 cars, the largest entry, including 27 pre-World War II models. This win marks Alfa Romeo's 11th victory in the speed race between 1928 and 1957, a record the source calls unbeatable.
11wins
Between 1928 and 1957, with seven consecutive wins from 1932 to 1938.
- 1931 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport (race winner)
- 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 Super Sprint (Heritage Hub collection, driven by Subsonica's Samuel, Boosta and Ninja)
- Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa (limited series of 10 units, dynamic debut)
- Support Cars: Junior, Tonale, Giulia, Stelvio
Start from Brescia; stage 1 via Val Trompia, Lake Garda, Veneto to Padua.
East to west crossing via Ferrara, Modena, Reggio Emilia, Abetone Pass to Montecatini Terme.
Tuscany segment through Lucca, Pisa, Siena, Val d'Orcia, ending in Rome.
Ascent north via Terni, Assisi, Gubbio, Furlo Pass, San Marino to Rimini.
Final stage through Cervia, Ferrara, Mantua, return to Brescia. Victory for Alfa Romeo.
Why this matters
Alfa Romeo extends its unmatched winning streak in the 1000 Miglia, reinforcing its historic reputation as the most successful brand in one of motorsport's most iconic events.
Terms in This Story
- 1000 Miglia
- An iconic Italian endurance race, now a regularity event for historic cars.
- Biscione
- The heraldic crest of Alfa Romeo, featuring a serpent; often used to refer to the brand.
- Heritage Hub
- Alfa Romeo's collection and archive of historic vehicles, located in Arese, Italy.
- BOTTEGAFUORISERIE
- Alfa Romeo's customization program for exclusive, limited-edition vehicles.
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