On May 27, 2012, Scotland native Dario Franchitti achieved something only 10 people in the world have done: win the Indianapolis 500 for the third time. His face now sits on either side of the late Dan Wheldon on the Borg-Warner Trophy, surrounding one of his best friends like the hug Franchitti gave Wheldon after the 2011 Indy race. The 39-year-old Chip Ganassi driver has now won 21 races since his rookie year in 2004, and has 70 top five finishes in his 120 starts. He took some time to talk to Complex to discuss handling the new open-wheel cars, the emotions of the Indy 500, and who inspires him. Check out 10 Questions With Dario Franchitti.
Interview: 10 Questions With Three-Time Indy 500 Winner Dario Franchitti
His success hasn't ruined his humility.
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