Guido Paci (December 27, 1949 - April 10, 1983) was an

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professional

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motorcycle road racer. He competed in the 500cc class from

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until his death. His best finish to a season was in

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when he finished in 11th position in the standings. Paci was participating in a

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endurance race at

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in 1983 when he lost control of his bike at full speed, hitting straw bales stacked against a concrete wall at what is now called the ''Villeneuve'' chicane. He was still alive when medical crews quickly rushed to his aid, but eventually died of critical head and chest injuries. He was 33 years old.

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