The World Championship drivers — Where are they now?

by Richard Jenkins
The Ancien Pilotes at Dijon in 1974

Ancien Pilotes at Dijon 1974

I have endeavoured to try and provide as up-to-date and accurate information as possible for everyone featured on this site, and I am always indebted to the many contributors who help with the information on this site and sadly, space doesn't allow for me to thank everyone here. However, I would like to dedicate the ongoing work, progress and achievements on this site to those contributors who are sadly no longer with us but helped aide this project so much: Len Calinoff, Phil Harms, Gene Heeter, Earl Ma, Don Radbruch, Roscoe H Rann and Barry Lake.

Updates and corrections are always welcomed — please either join the debate here or feel free to contact me on with any information you might have.

This part of the site is also dedicated to the memory of Tony Marsh, as it was his post-Grand Prix life that served as the initial inspiration for "Where Are They Now" back in 1998 For more about what this part of the site is trying to achieve, please read my full introduction.

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Name Born Died Nat Grands Prix Biography
Luca Badoer 25 Jan 1971
Montebelluna, Treviso

I 51
(1993-2009)
Holds the record for most GP's without points, which was increased after a very unhappy spell as a stand-in for Felipe Massa in 2009, a return to F1 after 10 years. He was Ferrari F1's long-standing test and development driver until 2010, a role which, to his great credit, has made him one of the most influential drivers of the last ten years in Formula 1. He is now retired from racing, but stays with Ferrari as an ambassador for the business. (Last updated 8 Apr 2012)
Giancarlo Baghetti 25 Dec 1934
Milan
27 Nov 1995
Milan
I 21
(1961-1967)
Became a photo-journalist after retirement, before his death from cancer.
Julian Bailey 09 Oct 1961
Woolwich, London

GB 7
(1990-1991)
Drove in touring cars and sportscar, after F1. His stepson now races in F2 and Julian helps him but does also occasionally test cars and did do the odd corporate event. However, he has been quite ill lately, and so has spent more time on his property interests and pub renovation in Surrey. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Mauro Baldi 31 Jan 1954
Reggio-Emilia

I 36
(1982-1985)
Now retired after a successful spell in sportscars - he won Sebring in 1998 and 2002. Now involved in business projects, but he was beset by major tax problems in 2008. His son has also been racing. (Last updated 8 Apr 2012)
Johnny Baldwin 30 Mar 1922
Fresno, California
19 May 2000
Sonora, California
USA 0
(1956)
Died of heat stroke. Legendary midget racer in California. Retired in 1966, but continued to race until 1990 in midget vintages.
Bobby Ball 26 Aug 1925
Phoenix, Arizona
27 Feb 1954
Phoenix, Arizona
USA 2
(1951-1952)
Midget legend, 1950 AMORC Champion. Died of his injuries, after a long period in a coma, after a crash at Gardena raceway. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Marcel Balsa 01 Jan 1909
Saint Frion
11 Aug 1984
Maisons-Alfort, Val-de-Marne, Paris
F 1
(1952)
Erstwhile and enthusiastic amateur, a car owner who took a few wins at French minor events.
Lorenzo Bandini 21 Dec 1935
Barce, Cyrenaica (now Al Marj), Libya
10 May 1967
Monte Carlo
I 42
(1961-1967)
Superb driver who died from burns sustained in a fiery crash at Monaco three days previously. (Last updated 24 Feb 2011)
Henry Banks 14 Jun 1913
Croydon, Surrey, England
18 Dec 1994
Indianapolis, Indiana
USA 3
(1950-1952)
1950 AAA Champ Car Champion, he later became USAC Director of Competitions. He also starred in a movie with Clark Gable - To Please A Lady. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Fabrizio Barbazza 02 Apr 1963
Monza

I 8
(1991-1993)
Suffered a huge accident at Road Atlanta in 1995, which nearly killed him. He retired and worked on the development of safety features (mostly armco design) for racing circuits. A few years ago he moved to Cuba, where he has run a few fishing resorts and is currently based in Cayo Santa Maria. Also based in Milan. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
John Barber 22 Jul 1929
Little Marlow, Buckinghamshire

GB 1
(1953)
A former Billingsgate fish merchant, he is still close to fish, but in a different way - he lives on a boat in the Med!
Skip Barber 16 Nov 1936
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

USA 5
(1971-1972)
Formed the successful racing school and series, now called the Barber Dodge Pro Series. No longer involved with the school and is now a part-owner of the Lime Rock racing circuit. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Paolo Barilla 20 Apr 1961
Milan

I 9
(1989-1990)
Vice Chairman of the family pasta firm. He has not totally retired from racing but driving appearances are very rare nowadays, mostly focusing on rally (Dakar) and endurance events when he does compete. Read interview. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Rubens Barrichello 23 May 1972
Sao Paulo

BR 322
(1993-2011)
Raced in more Grand Prix's than any other driver, but is now racing in stockcars in his homeland after a brief IRL spell. (Last updated 27 Dec 2012)
Michael Bartels 08 Mar 1968
Plettenberg

D 0
(1991)
Long time touring car driver in Germany, he then switched to GT racing, where he runs his own team, which he still does, but focuses more on his team now, then driving. Won the FIA GT title in 2006 and 2008 as a driver. (Last updated 31 Mar 2013)
Edgar Barth 26 Jan 1917
Herold-Erzgebirge
20 May 1965
Ludwigsburg, nr. Stuttgart
D 5
(1953-1964)
Also known as Eddy, Barth worked in Porsche''s sports development department, which later paved the way for son Jurgen to become a famous name in motorsport. A fine driver, he defected to West Germany after a class win in the 1957 Nurburgring 1000km. Won the 1959 Targa Florio. Three time European Mountain Champion, he won his last title in 1964, whilst suffering from the cancer, which he would die from shortly afterwards. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Buzz Barton 07 Oct 1916
Chickasha, Oklahoma
17 Apr 2002
Kingston, Oklahoma
USA 0
(1952-1953)
Real name Emmett, he passed away after a spell of ill-health. Mainly based in midgets, supermodified and sprint cars. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Joe Barzda 22 May 1915
New Brunswick, New Jersey
11 Oct 1993
Somerset, New Jersey
USA 0
(1951-1953)
Quit after Van Johnson's fatal crash in 1959, in which Joe was involved in. With brother Jim, he ran the Californian speed and Sport shop in New Jersey which fielded cars in lots of events, including CART and endurance racing. (Last updated 17 May 2011)
Giorgio Bassi 20 Jan 1934
Milan

I 1
(1965)
Italian lower formulae stalwart. Still alive, and lives in Milan. (Last updated 6 Feb 2012)
Erwin Bauer 17 Jul 1912
Stuttgart
03 Jun 1958
Cologne
D 1
(1953)
Killed on the slow-down lap of the Nurburging 1000km of 1958. Raced mostly, and most successfully in sportscars.
Zsolt Baumgartner 01 Jan 1981
Debrecen

H 20
(2003-2004)
The first Hungarian driver to race in Formula 1. Now works as a TV commentator and businessman (involved in the oil business) and still does some rallying in his homeland. Kept links with Minardi as both the driver of their two seater car, and in 2007, as their reserve and test driver for the Minardi Champ Car team. After the team disbanded, he struggled for drives. (Last updated 28 Apr 2013)
Elie Bayol 28 Feb 1914
Marseille
25 May 1995
La Ciotat
F 7
(1952-1956)
Particularly successful in sportscars, he achieved some notable results across the board. A big crash at Le Mans in 1955 heralded the end of his top-flight career.
Don Beauman 26 Jul 1928
Farnborough, Hampshire
09 Jul 1955
Rathnew, County Wicklow, Republic of Ireland
GB 1
(1954)
Killed in the Leinster Trophy libre race. A hotelier by trade, he achieved a heap of excellent results in national, club and libre events in Britain. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Karl-Gunther Bechem 21 Dec 1921
Hagen
03 May 2011
Hagen
D 2
(1952-1953)
In later years, he continued to visit historic events. Although his family were successful steel manufacturers, they disapproved of him racing, so Karl-Gunther had to find the money and do it the hard way - this also explains why he raced under the name Bernd Nacke, which he was credited for in one Grand Prix. Best remembered as a very good sportscar driver, Bechem retired after a crash in the Carrera Panamericana left him with a fractured thigh but also doubts about his safety in future events. (Last updated 23 Jun 2011)
Jean Behra 16 Feb 1921
Nice
01 Aug 1959
AVUS, Berlin, Germany
F 53
(1951-1959)
Although he never won a WC Grand Prix, he remains a legend. Killed in a sportscar race in Berlin.
Derek Bell 31 Oct 1941
Pinner, Middlesex

GB 9
(1968-1974)
Sportscar legend, still involved in the field but mainly as a consultant (including to Bentley) these days. He does still drive, however, in the odd event, mainly in historics now. He also does live commentary for Speedvision, after-dinner speaking and runs a number of dealerships in Florida. Winner of 5 Le Mans, he lives both in Florida and also Sussex, but originally was a farmer before his racing career took off. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Stefan Bellof 20 Nov 1957
Giessen
01 Sep 1985
Spa-Francorchamps Circuit, Belgium
D 20
(1984-1985)
Sensational talent killed in sportscar race at Spa after hurtling into the barriers at Eau Rouge after tangling with Ickx. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Paul Belmondo 23 Apr 1963
Boulogne-Billancourt, nr. Paris

F 7
(1992-1994)
Son of French acting legend, Jean-Paul, he also dated Princess Stephanie at the time of Princess Grace's death. Ran his own sportscar team for some time, but now has dropped that and sometimes races in rally and ice racing events. He is also a team and driver consultant, but mainly works in TV and even acts in the odd film, like his famous father. He also appeared in a celebrity reality show in 2007, which brought him a bit more fame in his homeland. (Last updated 13 Mar 2012)
Tom Belso 27 Aug 1942
Copenhagen

DK 2
(1973-1974)
Until recently, he drove occasionally in historic races. Founded Belso Foods and despite being bought out in 2005, he still has a role with the company. Lives on the Cambridgeshire/Bedfordshire border. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Jean-Pierre Beltoise 26 Apr 1937
Paris

F 85
(1966-1974)
Now lives near Paris, having retired from his business and driving. He now follows his sons, Julien and latterly, Anthony's fortunes closely and runs a kart track in Paris. (Last updated 21 Nov 2012)
Olivier Beretta 23 Nov 1969
Monte Carlo

MC 9
(1994)
Now one of the World's top sportscar and GT drivers, in which he has been involved in since leaving F1, with a number of titles to his name. Also competes in ALMS. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Allen Berg 01 Aug 1961
Vancouver, British Colombia

CDN 9
(1986)
Was a team-boss in the Toyota Atlantic series, although he carried on racing until very recently, especially in Mexico. Now runs a series of driving and karting schools in the Calgary area, as well as working as a racing instructor, independent technical consultant and as a racing administrator and marketing expert. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Georges Berger 14 Sep 1918
Molenbeek, Saint-Jean, nr. Brussels
23 Aug 1967
Nurburgring, Germany
B 2
(1953-1954)
Killed in an endurance race. A private entrant in F1, he was a good sportscar driver, winning the 1960 Tour de France.
Gerhard Berger 27 Aug 1959
Worgl, nr. Innsbruck

A 210
(1984-1997)
Was heavily involved with Williams as BMW Head of Motor Sport, but he stepped down from this role in 2003. After a spell relaxing and pursuing business interests in Austria, he came back in F1 as a successful co-owner of Toro Rosso. For now, he's back to his business interests and relaxing, although he has recently become the FIA's Single Seater Commission head. (Last updated 10 Jan 2012)
Eric Bernard 24 Aug 1964
Martigues

F 45
(1989-1994)
Now retired. He is a coach and driver manager, and has also been involved recently in French Formula Renault. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Enrique Bernoldi 19 Oct 1978
Curitiba

BR 27
(2001-2002)
With his F1 career coming to an abrupt end with the collapse of Arrows, Bernoldi resurrected his career in the Dallara Nissan series. A string of good performances led to a F1 return, as BAR test driver. Moved to Brazilian stock cars, then the IRL and then was more recently in GT's after a recent spell in Formula Superleague. Now in the V de V championship. (Last updated 31 Mar 2013)
Enrico Bertaggia 19 Sep 1964
Noale, nr. Venice

I 0
(1989-1992)
Now living in England, where he is Ferrari's motorsport director in all UK based racing. He is also a racing instructor for them and as he is in a senior role, often organises race and corporate events. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Tony Bettenhausen 12 Sep 1916
Tinley Park, Illinois
12 May 1961
Indianapolis, Indiana
USA 11
(1950-1960)
Legendary driver, but he never did win the 500. Died testing Paul Russo's car at Indianapolis.
Mike Beuttler 13 Apr 1940
Cairo, Egypt
29 Dec 1988
Los Angeles, California, USA
GB 28
(1971-1973)
Became a businessman until his early death, from AIDS, in 1988. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Jules Bianchi 03 Aug 1989
Nice

F 5
(2013- )
New Marussia F1 driver, who is the great-nephew of Lucien, and grandson of Mauro, the former sportscar driver. (Last updated 13 May 2013)
Lucien Bianchi 10 Nov 1934
Milan, Italy
30 Mar 1969
Le Mans Circuit, France
B 17
(1959-1968)
Killed in a test for the 1969 Le Mans race. Versatile and varied racer, he was probably best in sportscars, in which he won the 1968 Le Mans. His father, who was a race mechanic, moved from Italy to Belgium shortly after Lucien was born. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Gino Bianco 22 Jul 1916
Milan, Italy
08 May 1984
Rio de Janeiro
BR 4
(1952)
Real name Luigi. Started off as a mechanic, then later raced in hill-climbs. Died after having breathing problems. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Hans Binder 12 Jun 1948
Zell am Ziller, nr Innsbruck

A 13
(1976-1978)
Now runs his own sawmill in Zillertal, Austria, and has been involved with it for nearly 30 years. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Clemente Biondetti 18 Oct 1898
Budduso, Sardinia
24 Feb 1955
Florence
I 1
(1950)
Died of cancer. He had continued to race despite the illness but had to retire in 1954. He had a long and successful career, particularly in sportscars, winning more Mille Miglias than other driver.
'B' Bira 15 Jul 1914
Bangkok
23 Dec 1985
Hammersmith, London, England
T 19
(1950-1954)
Prince of Siam (Prince Birabongse) who was an excellent racing driver pre and post war. He also enjoyed a range of other activities, including sculpture, yachting and flying. He competed in the Olympic Games as a sailor, and flew for Thai Airlines as a commerical pilot. Died of a heart attack on the London Underground. (Last updated 13 Aug 2012)
Pablo Birger 07 Jan 1924
Buenos Aires
09 Mar 1966
Buenos Aires
RA 2
(1953-1955)
Kept up links with motorsport until his death, in a traffic accident, aged just 42. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Art Bisch 10 Nov 1926
Mesa, Arizona
04 Jul 1958
Lakewood Speedway, Atlanta, Georgia
USA 1
(1958)
Killed in a crash at Lakewood Speedway. An excellent midget driver, he raced with an unlit cigar in his mouth! A WW2 veteran, his son, of the same name, later raced. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Harry Blanchard 13 Jun 1929
Burlington, Vermont
31 Jan 1960
Buenos Aires, Argentina
USA 1
(1959)
Killed in a sportscar race in Argentina. Ran a large car dealership in Greenwich, Connecticut. Raced sportscars mainly and his success in these earnt him an invite to race in the US GP.
Michael Bleekemolen 02 Oct 1949
Amsterdam

NL 1
(1977-1978)
Now a very successful businessman (He is the owner of Race Planet, which encompasses 3 indoor karting venues and a racing school at Zandvoort) and has, and continues to, race with his sons. He still races in Porsche Supercup and endurance events (i.e. GT Masters) and has his own team. Lives in Aerdenhout and for most of the year, in South France. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Trevor Blokdyk 30 Nov 1935
Krugersdorp, Transvaal
19 Mar 1995
Hekpoort, nr. Krugersdorp
ZA 1
(1963-1965)
Died of a heart-attack, whilst as a farmer, which he took up after racing retirement.
Mark Blundell 08 Apr 1966
Barnet, Hertfordshire

GB 61
(1991-1995)
For years he raced in CART. He was ITV's F1 summariser although he still races in sportscars (usually Le Mans or Grand-Am), but, until 2012, normally only on one-offs. That year saw him race part-time in the Blancpain Endurance series and in 2013, followed this up by doing a full season in British GT. Also runs a sports management company, 2MB. (Last updated 10 Jan 2013)
Raul Boesel 04 Dec 1957
Curitiba

BR 23
(1982-1983)
Formed a successful career in CART and latterly, sportscars and the Brazillian touring car championship. Nephew Luiz also races. Raul is retired now from driving and is now a commentator, journalist and disc jockey! (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Tony Bonadies 29 Dec 1916
Bronxville, New York
05 Jul 1964
Williams Grove Motor Speedway, Pennsylvania
USA 0
(1955-1957)
Very successful and experienced midget driver, killed in an ARDC series midget crash. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Bob Bondurant 27 Apr 1933
Evanston, Illinois

USA 9
(1965-1966)
After F1, he went on to do his driving schools (and the books on performance driving that tie in with the schools) - drives occasionally and does the odd bit of TV commentary as well. Currently resides in Phoenix. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Felice Bonetto 09 Jun 1903
Manerbio, nr. Brescia
21 Nov 1953
Silao, Mexico
I 15
(1950-1953)
Road racing legend, who started in the 1930's. Won the Targa Florio in 1952. Killed in the Carrera Panamericana whilst leading. Son Roberto later became a top motorsport journalist. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Joakim Bonnier 31 Jan 1930
Djurgarden, Stockholm
11 Jun 1972
Le Mans Circuit, France
S 103
(1956-1971)
A sympathetic, cultured and softly-spoken Swede, who was an early crusader towards racing safety. Ironically, after surviving a long F1 career, he was killed in Le Mans in 1972. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Roberto Bonomi 30 Sep 1919
Buenos Aires
10 Jan 1992
Buenos Aires
RA 1
(1960)
A wealthy land-owner and local politican. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Juan Manuel Bordeu 28 Jan 1934
Balcarce
24 Nov 1990
Buenos Aires
RA 0
(1961)
Friend and protégé of fellow Balcarcan resident, Fangio, Bordeu retired from racing in 1973 and then became involved in motorsport administration, becoming Argentina's delegate of FISA, with a seat on the World Motorsport Council until his death, from leukemia. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Slim Borgudd 25 Nov 1946
Borgholm

S 10
(1981-1982)
An ex-drummer, Slim went on to drive trucks and touring cars in his homeland. Won the European Championship in FIA Truck Racing in 1995. Real name is Tommy and he lives in Coventry, England. Now managing director of Radical UK Sportscars' international distibution division. Mostly retired from driving, but still takes part in the odd event, mainly in the UK. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Luki Botha 16 Jan 1930
Pretoria
01 Oct 2006
Pretoria
ZA 1
(1967)
Later worked for East London council as an engineer. Mainly a national racer, he quit shortly after a crash in Mozambique killed some spectators. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Valtteri Bottas 28 Aug 1989
Nastola

SF 2
(2013)
Highly rated new F1 driver, currently with Williams. (Last updated 13 May 2013)
Jean-Christophe Boullion 27 Dec 1969
Saint-Brieuc, Cotes d'Armor

F 11
(1995)
After an unsuccessful spell in British Touring Cars, he's moved to sportscars. Raced frequently until 2012 - since then, drives have been rare. (Last updated 26 Apr 2013)
Sebastien Bourdais 28 Feb 1979
Le Mans

F 28
(2008-2009)
F3000 Champion in 2002, he went Stateside and impressed hugely in CART with the Newman-Haas team, winning the title four years in a row between 2004 and 2007. His dream was to race in F1, but it turned into a nightmare, and he's now out of F1. After spells in Formula Superleague and endurance, he is back in the US and the IRL once again, although also appears in the World Endurance Championship. (Last updated 24 May 2013)
Thierry Boutsen 13 Jul 1957
Brussels

B 163
(1983-1993)
Raced in sportscars, mostly, until a heavy crash at the 1999 Le Mans. Now re-married, he runs his own aviation business from his Monaco base. He also ran a motorsport team in lower formulae single-seaters, although there is still a motorsport outfit in his name. (Last updated 1 Feb 2013)
Bill Boyd 12 Aug 1915
Lovelaceville, Kentucky
18 Feb 1984
Long Beach, California
USA 0
(1951)
Excellent midget driver, who started racing in 1934. Supplemented his racing by selling racing parts. Survived a horrific crash in 1947 to race on until the early 1960's, by which time he had relocated to California. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Johnny Boyd 19 Aug 1926
Fresno, California
27 Oct 2003
Fresno, California
USA 6
(1955-1960)
A popular and regular visitor to oldtimer and vintage meetings, he died, after a long fight against liver cancer, recently. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
David Brabham 05 Sep 1965
Wimbledon, London, England

AUS 24
(1990-1994)
Still a top sportscar racer, either in Japan, America or Europe. His base though is in the same country of his birth, England, in Maidenhead. He also runs a young driver performance school in the UK. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Gary Brabham 29 Mar 1961
Wimbledon, London, England

AUS 0
(1990)
Lives in Brisbane. Currently runs and teaches at his own driving school, both for racing drivers and for road safety. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Sir Jack Brabham 02 Apr 1926
Hurstville, nr. Sydney

AUS 126
(1955-1970)
Is in ill-health now, but until recently, Sir Jack regularly attended motor racing events, both in Australia and overseas, including the Classic Adelaide Festival, South Australia, Melbourne F1 and the Goodwood Revival Race in the UK as well as the Monterey Historic Automobile Race held in the US. He received his knighthood in 1979, the 1st F1 driver to be honoured, and turned 85 years of age in 2011. Lack of ear plugs in his early racing days have impaired his hearing, however. In 2008, he was made an Officer of the Order of Australia, one of the country's highest rewards. Previously, he ran a F3 team , a hugely successful Grand Prix team and also ran a number of garages and dealerships. In 2010, a town in Western Australia was named after him, which is particularly poignant as it is the site of the old Caversham race track. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Bill Brack 26 Dec 1935
Toronto, Ontario

CDN 3
(1968-1972)
Now owns and operates a GM/Chrysler car dealership in his native Toronto, and works as an importer/distributor of Maserati's. He also runs an advanced driving academy for road car drivers in Danville, Ontario. Also attends historic events and his son Kyle also races. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Ernesto Brambilla 31 Jan 1934
Monza

I 0
(1963-1969)
Worked with Vittorio in their Monza workshop until his younger sibling's death. He still takes care of the workshop but now with both his and Vittorio's sons. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Vittorio Brambilla 11 Nov 1937
Monza
26 May 2001
Camparada, Brianza
I 74
(1974-1980)
Died of a heart-attack, whilst tending his garden. After F1, he retired to run a Monza workshop with brother Ernesto and his family until his death. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Toni Branca 15 Sep 1916
Sion
10 May 1985
Sierre
CH 3
(1950-1951)
Allegedly sponsored by a wealthy female admirer, a Belgian countess, Branca's career was shortlived, finishing in hillclimbs in 1952.
Gianfranco Brancatelli 18 Jan 1950
Turin

I 0
(1979)
Raced on, very successfully, until quite recently, in touring cars. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Eric Brandon 18 Jul 1920
East Ham, London
08 Aug 1982
Gosport, Hampshire
GB 5
(1952-1954)
Friend of John Cooper, who helped him build specials. Also ran an electrical goods wholesale business, which helped him obtain parts. No mean driver either, he did well in F3 and won the very first 500cc event in Britain. Later constructed the Halsytec sportscar and also tried hydroplane racing. (Last updated 7 Oct 2011)
Don Branson 02 Jun 1920
Rantoul, Illinois
12 Nov 1966
Ascot, Gardena, California
USA 2
(1959-1960)
One of the sprint car greats, killed in a sprint car crash. A race is still held his memory today. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Tommy Bridger 24 Jun 1934
Woolmer Green, Hertfordshire
30 Jul 1991
Logie Coldstone, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
GB 1
(1958)
Raced mostly in F3, where he won over 15 races.
Tony Brise 28 Mar 1952
Erith, Kent
29 Nov 1975
Arkley, nr. Barnet, Hertfordshire
GB 10
(1975)
Super talent killed in Graham Hill's airplane crash on a golf course near Elstree. His F3 performances in particular had earmarked him for greatness. He was also working as an oil exporter. (Last updated 26 May 2012)
Chris Bristow 02 Dec 1937
Lambeth, South London
19 Jun 1960
Spa-Francorchamps Circuit, Belgium
GB 4
(1959-1960)
Quick driver, who had done very well in F2, who was killed in the Belgian GP just as his star was shining in Grand Prix's. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012)
Peter Broeker 15 May 1926
Germany
04 Nov 1980
Ottawa, Ontario
CDN 1
(1963)
Co-founder of the successful Stebro firm, Peter lived all over the world due to his dad's work. Peter himself also wrote a book about Olympic coins in 1973, being a huge and noted coin collector. Born in Germany (believed to be near Stuttgart), he was of US nationality, as well as Canadian, and fought in the US Army. Moved to Canada in 1952, and just before his death settled in Hawkesbury, Ontario. Died after a short fight against cancer. (Last updated 17 May 2011)
Tony Brooks 25 Feb 1932
Dukinfield, Cheshire

GB 38
(1956-1961)
Now retired from running his Weybridge garage. Brooks is now involved in media work and makes special appearances in historic festivals.
Alan Brown 20 Nov 1919
Malton, Yorkshire
20 Jan 2004
Guildford, Surrey
GB 8
(1952-1954)
Became an entrant and team manager for many years. Lived in Marbella, Spain for some while, but sadly died recently, after a heart-attack. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Walt Brown 30 Dec 1911
Springfield, New York
29 Jul 1951
Williams Grove, Pennsylvania
USA 2
(1950-1951)
Killed in a crash. Raced in sprint cars for most of his career.
Warwick Brown 24 Nov 1949
Sydney, New South Wales

AUS 1
(1976)
Lives in Mosman, New South Wales, where he has a flying business. A pilot since leaving motor racing, he has over 25 years experience as a captain on international, medical and corporate flights. 1975 Tasman champion, he also won the 1977 Australian GP. He also enjoys boats, as well as planes and has recently been at more historic events. (Last updated 17 May 2011)
Adolf Brudes 15 Oct 1899
Kotulin, Poland
05 Nov 1986
Bremen
D 1
(1952)
Member of the German nobility, he started racing motorcycles as long ago as 1919. As a owner of a BMW and Auto Union dealership in Breslau, he had the opportunities to go racing, which he did from 1928 onwards, initially in Polish hillclimbs. After WW2 wiped out his trade and finance, he moved to Berlin and for a while became a mechanic, wherever he could find jobs. However he soon found a way back in the sport, and he continued until as late as 1968, in hillclimbs - an amazing career of 49 years!
Martin Brundle 01 Jun 1959
King's Lynn, Norfolk

GB 158
(1984-1996)
Mostly doing commentary for Sky, after formerly being with the BBC and ITV, but also races in sportscars, especially at Le Mans. Recently, along with his brothers, sold the long-time family garage near his home, near King's Lynn, Norfolk to relocate to a brand new showroom in King's Lynn itself. Also ran a sports management company with Mark Blundell, and was David Coulthard's manager. Son Alex is also racing now. (Last updated 26 May 2012)
Gianmaria Bruni 30 May 1981
Rome

I 18
(2004)
Minardi's F1 driver in 2004, it was not a great success. Dropped down to join Coloni in GP2 in 2005 and stayed in the series, with his own team, in 2006, before moving to the FIA GT series in 2007. In 2010, he switched to ALMS, but in 2011, he appeared in the Le Mans Series. He was back in ALMS in 2012., but in 2013, is in the WEC. (Last updated 1 Feb 2013)
Jimmy Bryan 28 Jan 1926
Phoenix, Arizona
19 Jun 1960
Langhorne, Pennsylvania
USA 9
(1952-1960)
American Champion three times, he died in a Champ Car race at Langhorne. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Clemar Bucci 04 Sep 1920
Zenon Pereyra, Santa Fe
12 Jan 2011
Buenos Aires
RA 5
(1954-1955)
Died in 2011, but until a couple of years before his death, he still made historic events and kept closely linked to the sport. Also had a large antique car collection, which he spent time restoring. (Last updated 2 Feb 2011)
Ronnie Bucknum 05 Apr 1936
Alhambra, California
23 Apr 1992
San Luis Obispo, California
USA 11
(1964-1966)
Died after a long fight with a diabetes-related illness. Son Jeff became a racer. Honda's test and development driver, he also raced at Le Mans and the Indy 500. Raced on until the 1980's in sportscars. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Ivor Bueb 06 Jun 1923
East Ham, London
01 Aug 1959
Clermont-Ferrand, France
GB 5
(1957-1959)
Killed in a F2 race. Verstatile racer, particularly good in sportscars, winning Le Mans in 1955 and 1957.
Sebastien Buemi 31 Oct 1988
Aigle

CH 54
(2009-2011)
Driver with Toro Rosso for three years until being dropped at the end of 2011. Now test driver for Red Bull, but is also racing full-time in the WEC. (Last updated 4 Nov 2012)
Luiz Pereira Bueno 16 Jan 1937
Sao Paulo
08 Feb 2011
Atibaia
BR 1
(1973)
Raced in Brazillian touring cars for some time. Died after a long fight against cancer. Before his death he was a consultant for motorsport team management, visited historic festivals and wrote a blog. (Last updated 11 Feb 2011)
Ian Burgess 06 Jul 1930
London
19 May 2012
Harrow, Middlesex
GB 16
(1958-1963)
An engineer, Ian was jailed for 10 years for alleged drug dealing. Later lived a quiet life in Middlesex, and in recent years was in poor health. Formerly lived in a number of different European locations. Despite illness and increased fraility, he still tried to keep links with the sport and his old racing friends. (Last updated 19 May 2012)
Luciano Burti 05 Mar 1975
Sao Paulo

BR 15
(2000-2001)
F1 career was setback by injury. Now in Brazillian stockcars after a brief testing and endurance career. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Roberto Bussinello 04 Oct 1927
Pistoia
24 Aug 1999
Vicenza
I 2
(1961-1965)
Was an engineer for many years, either with de Tomaso, for whom he also acted as a test driver and then later engineered their sportscars, but also as an independent consultant. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)
Jenson Button 19 Jan 1980
Frome, Somerset

GB 219
(2000- )
Still in F1, with the McLaren team, after being 2009 World Champion with Brawn. Made a MBE in 2010. (Last updated 13 May 2013)
Tommy Byrne 06 May 1958
Drogheda, Co. Louth

IRL 2
(1982)
Now does driver coaching at racing schools in the US, more specifically, in Ohio, where he is the senior instructor. Worked as a commentator and now retired from driving. He has also written an award-winning autobiography. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010)

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