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Archie Scott Brown

Archie Scott Brown

William Archibald Scott Brown, known as Archie, (13 May 1927 – 19 May 1958) was a British Formula One and sports car racing driver from Scotland who had a prodigious racing ability despite having the fingers of his right hand missing and having to use his palm to drive.

Scott Brown became known as motorsport's first disabled driver and battled considerable adversity (including having his licence revoked) to participate in, and win, several prestigious races.