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Porporato Seeks 1920 Indianapolis Win With US Backing
Parisian racing star Porporato plans to seize the 1920 Indianapolis 500 with a 40-50 prize split and backing from Clifford Durant who would fund his campaign after an American press appeal. Durant’s offer came after Porporato faced funding shortfalls from French military service. Porporato, renowned as a designer and driver, will unveil a new steel car for the Hoosier race, drawing keen attention from European and American followers.
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