Lancia Rally Star Alex Fiorio Dies at 61 After Cancer Battle

Alessandro "Alex" Fiorio, an Italian rally driver renowned for his consistent performances with Lancia in the late 1980s, has passed away at the age of 61. Fiorio died on August 17 in Ceglie Messapica, Italy, following a battle with stomach cancer.

Fiorio, who often finished in strong positions behind legendary drivers during his career, had publicly shared his diagnosis just ten weeks prior to his death. He announced his illness through a personal video posted on his Instagram account, opting for a direct and unscripted approach to inform his followers.