Happy birthday! Nigel Mansell turns 72 today

Nigel Mansell is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed racing drivers of his generation.

Popular racing driver Nigel Mansell has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 72nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Mansell, a cultural icon

Born Nigel Ernest James Mansell in Upton-upon-Severn on August 8, 1953, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Mansell's not just a great racing driver, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Nigel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Nigel Mansell as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 72.

Happy Birthday, Nigel, you're the best!

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