Besides having entered many races in an Alfa Romeo, Cortese became most famous for his affiliation with Ferrari between 1947 and 1949, driving the first race car built by Ferrari in 1947, the Ferrari 125 S, which brought victories at four races in 1947.
Cortese was recognized for his participation in Alfa Romeo competitions and became particularly renowned for driving the Ferrari 125 S between 1947 and 1949. This car, designed by Ferrari in 1947, achieved victories at four races that year.