Elford in the pits at Sebring in 1971. He and co-driver Gerard Larrousse would pilot a Porsche 917 to victory in the 12-hour race. Photo courtesy of Vic and Anita Elford.
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Vic Elford Named 2014 Sebring 12 Hours Grand Marshal

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By Louis Galanos | Photos as credited

The Sebring International Raceway has announced that legendary British driver Vic Elford will be honored as Grand Marshal at the 62nd running of America’s oldest and most prestigious sports car race, the 12 Hours of Sebring. This year’s race will be held on March 15, 2014.

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Louis Galanos is a retired teacher, Vietnam vet and graduate of the University of Florida.  While a college student he worked as a race official for Sports Car Club of America during the late 60's and early 70's covering race events at Sebring and Daytona and taking many photographs during what some call The Golden Age of Sports Car Racing. To see more pictures from Louis, visit his Flickr page at flickr.com/photos/smuckatelli.
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