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Stirling Moss on his retirement from racing

Racing legend Stirling Moss, who passed away on Easter Sunday, announced his retirement from racing ahead of the Le Mans 24 Hours in 2011. In an interview at the time with Autosport, the then-81-year-old discussed his decision, whether he had any regrets, and what he plans to do next

The 2011 Le Mans 24 Hours weekend marked the end of an era as Sir Stirling Moss announced his retirement from competitive motor racing.

He had been due to share his immaculate 1961 Porsche RS 61 with Ian Nuthall in the Le Mans Legends race which supported the Le Mans 24 Hours, but after one practice lap he decided that it was time to call an end to his illustrious career.

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