Here is a crossover that makes complete sense if you grew up breathing Argentine motorsport: world champion and two-time Copa América-winning national coach Lionel Scaloni sitting down for an exclusive chat with the ACTC to talk about his deep, genuine ties to Turismo Carretera.
Now, let us talk about childhood heroes. During the gathering, Scaloni shared memories of his youth and his time spent at the circuits, highlighting a special, long-standing affinity for Ford and none other than Juan Antonio “Jhonny” De Benedictis. To make it even better, Jhonny was right there at the facility alongside his son, Juan Bautista, who currently competes as a TC driver.
The hospitality flowed freely. ACTC vice president Gastón Mazzacane stepped up to present the manager with the official book celebrating 85 years of Turismo Carretera, marking the occasion with proper respect for the sport's history.
Then came the gear. HRX handed over a custom racing suit tailored specifically so the coach from Pujato can take a machine out for a spin around the track one day. The De Benedictis family also gifted him a green cap, an item Lionel proudly wore throughout the entire meeting.
With the doors wide open, the championship-winning boss is more than ready to experience a complete TC race weekend firsthand, complete with a run out on the circuit. It is a brilliant tribute to a man who has given the nation so much joy.
