The World Championship drivers — Where are they now?
by Richard Jenkins
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter J Hahn | 27 Jun 1909 Cologne, Germany |
10 Dec 1991 Ventura, California |
USA | 0 (1952) |
German-born racer, who resided most of his life in Detroit, Michigan. Was primarily a sportscar racer. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Hubert Hahne | 28 Mar 1935 Moers |
D | 3 (1966-1970) |
Owns a garage, in particular, Lamborghini's, in Essen, Germany, but Hubert himself lives in Italy. Also a marketing expert and motorsport columnist. Still visits historic festivals and some of his family still race. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) | |
| Mike Hailwood | 02 Apr 1940 Great Milton, Oxfordshire |
23 Mar 1981 Birmingham |
GB | 50 (1963-1974) |
Bike legend killed in a collision with a lorry, near his home in Birmingham, after popping out for a take-away supper with his daughter. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) |
| Mika Hakkinen | 28 Sep 1968 Martinlaakso, Vantaa, nr. Helsinki |
SF | 161 (1991-2001) |
After a short break with his family after F1, he returned to racing, in the DTM, and also tested for McLaren F1. At the end of 2007, he announced he would stay with Mercedes, but in a more corporate/managerial role and is now a driver manager. Still makes the odd event, like GT events, but no longer racing full-time. (Last updated 13 Mar 2012) | |
| Bruce Halford | 18 May 1931 Hampton-in-Arden, nr. Birmingham |
02 Dec 2001 Churston Ferrers, Brixham, nr. Torquay, Devon |
GB | 8 (1956-1960) |
Attended many drivers reunions and historic festivals until his death, after a short illness, at his home in Devon. Also raced yachts, and ran a hotel for a number of years. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) |
| Jim Hall | 23 Jul 1935 Abilene, Texas |
USA | 11 (1960-1963) |
Now retired after running his CART team for aeons, stopping in 1996 after 30 years in the sport. However he is still a frequent visitor to historic events and has business interests. | |
| Norm Hall | 14 May 1926 San Francisco, California |
11 Mar 1992 Pittsboro, Indiana |
USA | 0 (1960) |
Lost a foot in a racing accident in 1965. Continued to act as a team-owner, however, until the 1980's. Also worked in Hollywood, as an agent and technical consultant. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Duncan Hamilton | 30 Apr 1920 Cork, Ireland |
13 May 1994 Sherborne, Dorset |
GB | 5 (1951-1953) |
Ran a garage for many years, which still flourishes, despite his death in 1994. |
| Lewis Hamilton | 07 Jan 1985 Stevenage, Hertfordshire |
GB | 110 (2007- ) |
Moving to Mercedes in 2013, after years with McLaren - with them, in 2008, he became the then youngest ever World Champion of the sport. Awarded a MBE in 2008. (Last updated 13 May 2013) | |
| Red Hamilton | 10 Jun 1926 Decatur, Illinois |
USA | 0 (1953) |
Dirt track driver who also raced midget and stockcars in the late 1940''s and the 1950''s. Still alive, living in Hesperia, California. He loves old cars and still follows the sport. Still in good health. (Last updated 19 Oct 2010) | |
| David Hampshire | 29 Dec 1917 Mickleover, nr. Derby |
25 Aug 1990 Newton Solney, nr. Burton-on-Trent, Derbyshire |
GB | 2 (1950) |
A company director for all his working life, which funded his racing activities. |
| Sam Hanks | 13 Jul 1914 Columbus, Ohio |
27 Jun 1994 Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, California |
USA | 8 (1950-1957) |
Very popular driver who retired after his 1957 win and then kept up his links with the sport through TV and advertising. |
| Walt Hansgen | 28 Oct 1919 Westfield, New Jersey |
07 Apr 1966 Orleans, France |
USA | 2 (1961-1964) |
Killed in Le Mans testing. US-based sportscar ace who was a Jaguar dealer and body shop owner in New Jersey. Also raced a variety of other machinery, including NASCAR. |
| Mike Harris | 25 May 1939 Mufulira, Zambia |
ZA | 1 (1962) |
Had a long-standing Alfa Romeo business in Zimbabwe, but has now retired. Mike himself lives in Durban, South Africa. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) | |
| Cuth Harrison | 06 Jul 1906 Ecclesall, Sheffield |
21 Jan 1981 Sheffield |
GB | 3 (1950) |
Ran a garage in Sheffield, which still bears his name. (T C Harrison) |
| Brian Hart | 07 Sep 1936 Enfield, Middlesex |
GB | 1 (1967) |
Now well known as a top engine builder, including numerous successful F1 engines. Brian retired only recently after years of being an engine expert. Lives in Hertfordshire and France, but sadly, has been in ill-health lately. (Last updated 4 May 2013) | |
| Gene Hartley | 28 Jan 1926 Roanoke, Indiana |
13 Mar 1993 Roanoke, Indiana |
USA | 8 (1950-1960) |
Later joined up with Leroy Warriner as promoter of the Kirtley Avenue speedway at Indianapolis, retaining a special interest in midget racing. |
| Masahiro Hasemi | 13 Nov 1945 Tokyo |
J | 1 (1976) |
Finally retired from driving in 2000, after 25 years at the top of the Japanese racing ladder. Now involved in team management. | |
| Naoki Hattori | 13 Jun 1966 Tokyo |
J | 0 (1991) |
Moved up to CART with Walker Racing in 1999, but a broken leg blunted his chances. Now racing in Japan, albeit very rarely, mainly in special events, as he works more in journalism, especially internet blogging and also TV these days. (Last updated 21 Nov 2012) | |
| Paul Hawkins | 12 Oct 1937 Richmond, Melbourne, Victoria |
26 May 1969 Oulton Park, Cheshire, England |
AUS | 3 (1965) |
Killed in the Tourist Trophy race at Oulton Park. A tough, rugged chap who raced anything and everything for the sheer love of the sport, 'Hawkeye' is best remembered for his sportscar prowess and for surviving a crash into Monaco's harbour during a Grand Prix. |
| Mike Hawthorn | 10 Apr 1929 Mexborough, Yorkshire |
22 Jan 1959 Guildford-by-pass, Surrey |
GB | 45 (1952-1958) |
Killed in a road crash after retiring from driving in 1958. A larger-than-life fellow, his father Leslie instilled the racing bug in him, and although Mike was damn good (and will always be Britain's 1st World Champion), he also liked the social element of the sport. A brave and bubbly man, he was suffering with a long-term and incurable illness at the time of his death. |
| Boy Hayje | 03 May 1949 Amsterdam |
NL | 3 (1976-1977) |
Now runs a 4x4 garage in Belgium, near the Belgian/Dutch border. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) | |
| Allen Heath | 03 Jan 1918 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan |
06 Mar 1981 Northridge, California, United States |
CDN | 0 (1952-1953) |
Midget racing legend, who raced for years, despite losing a hand in a racing accident, which later led him to support and advise many disability groups and charities. Raced for over 20 years, winning titles over a space of 15 years, mainly in California. Died of a heart-attack. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Willi Heeks | 13 Feb 1922 Moorlage |
13 Aug 1996 Bocholt |
D | 2 (1952-1953) |
Very talented driver, who regrettably, rarely raced abroad and thus never really fufilling his promise. Mainly drove in hillclimbs, F2 and did well in national series. Later raced in sportscars, carrying on until 1962. |
| Nick Heidfeld | 10 May 1977 Monchengladbach |
D | 182 (2000-2011) |
Lost his F1 seat in 2009, so worked for Mercedes as their test driver and then Pirelli as a tyre test driver. However he came back to F1 with Sauber briefly in 2010 and then again in 2011, he stepped in at Lotus-Renault after Kubica's injury. However, he's now out of the sport and is racing in the WEC. (Last updated 6 Feb 2012) | |
| Theo Helfrich | 13 May 1913 Frankfurt-am-Main |
29 Apr 1978 Ludwigshafen |
D | 3 (1952-1954) |
Motoring trade manager from Mannheim. A very capable amateur, with 2nd at Le Mans in 1950 a highlight. Also won the German F2 championship in 1953. A good car developer, he liased with Borgward and later raced in hillclimbs and F3, again taking many wins. |
| Mack Hellings | 14 Sep 1915 Fort Dodge, Iowa |
11 Nov 1951 Tehachapi, Kern, California |
USA | 2 (1950-1951) |
Killed in a plane crash. Started in roadsters and hillclimbs, then was later in midget and stockcars. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Brian Henton | 19 Sep 1946 Castle Donington, Leicestershire |
GB | 19 (1975-1982) |
Makes occasional returns to historic events. A land-owner, he holds equestrian events at/near his home in Ingarsby Hall, Leicestershire. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) | |
| Johnny Herbert | 25 Jun 1964 Brentwood, Essex |
GB | 162 (1989-2000) |
Mostly in sportscars since F1 - won Sebring in 2002. He then took on another role, as Midland's sporting relations manager, dealing with sponsorship and drivers. When Midland became Spyker, Herbert was not retained and returned to full-time driving again, including Speedcars, ALMS, Le Mans and other sportscar events. In 2009, he appeared in the BTCC and then became Caterham F1's commercial and sponsorship manager. However, he is still racing, as he is in touring cars and endurance events, works as a driver manager, and works in TV. (Last updated 21 Feb 2013) | |
| Al Herman | 15 Mar 1927 Topton, Pennsylvania |
18 Jun 1960 West Haven, Connecticut |
USA | 5 (1955-1960) |
Killed in a crash at a midget race at West Haven. 1955 Rookie of the Year, who overcame a huge crash that year, in which he was badly burnt. Raced in a variety of disciplines, including sprint and sports cars. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Hans Herrmann | 23 Feb 1928 Stuttgart |
D | 18 (1953-1969) |
Still alive and very well and attends many historic meetings. He used to run an automotive supplies business. Lives in Sindelfingen, Germany. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) | |
| Francois Hesnault | 30 Dec 1956 Neuilly-sur-Seine, nr. Paris |
F | 19 (1984-1985) |
Still well, living in Switzerland. He has numerous business interests, alongside the family haulage business which he runs. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) | |
| Hans Heyer | 16 Mar 1943 Monchengladbach |
D | 1 (1977) |
Started illegally in his one GP. Raced on in sportscars through most of the eighties and is still involved in the car business. Returned to the tracks briefly, in 2004, in a few German races, to make (and mark) his 1000th motor race of his career. That was his last race, and he now helps his son's career and does some driver instructing too. Also released an autobiography in 2008. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) | |
| Damon Hill | 17 Sep 1960 Hampstead, London |
GB | 116 (1992-1999) |
Now involved in media work (including a new punditry role with Sky), historic events and his three dealerships, in Warwick and Bristol. Was head of the BRDC and also worked as a driver manager/advisor and also drove the GP2 development car. In more recent years, he has become a pivotal part of Britain's motor racing industry. Even made a surprise return to the tracks in 2012. Read interview. (Last updated 26 May 2012) | |
| Graham Hill | 15 Feb 1929 Hampstead, London |
29 Nov 1975 Arkley, nr. Barnet, Hertfordshire |
GB | 176 (1958-1975) |
Killed whilst flying his plane, which carried members of his fledging Hill F1 team. A charming man, he was an exceptionally good driver, who worked hard to achieve the success he had in life. A mechanic before F1, he later achieved national fame through his media appearances. Even now, he is well loved and remembered by a large part of the British population, whether racing or non-racing fans. The only man to win Le Mans, the Indy 500 and the F1 World Championship, Norman Graham Hill also had the longest GP career of them all. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) |
| Phil Hill | 20 Apr 1927 Miami, Florida |
28 Aug 2008 Salinas, California |
USA | 48 (1958-1966) |
Very sadly died recently after a period of ill health battling Parkinson's Disease. Until illness set in, he was extremely busy. He restored vintage cars and pianos, commentated, raced in historic events, and aided son Derek's career. Phil was also head of the Ancien Pilotes and visited as many historics as his illness allowed and indeed was on the way to visiting one when his health detoriated. Above all, this intelligent, delightful man was an excellent ambassador for motor racing. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Tommy Hinnershitz | 06 Apr 1912 Muhlenberg, Pennsylvania |
01 Aug 1999 Oley, nr. Reading, Pennsylvania |
USA | 0 (1952) |
Retired from driving in 1964 and became a mechanic, notably helping Mario Andretti in his dirt racing career. Also worked on his farm and never lost contact with the sport - indeed his last appearance at the tracks was in 1998, when his life-long admirer AJ Foyt invited him to the New Hampshire IRL race. A memorial meeting is now held in his memory at Latimore Valley Fairgrounds each year. |
| Peter Hirt | 30 Mar 1910 Lenzburg |
28 Jun 1992 Zurich |
CH | 5 (1951-1953) |
Amateur driver, enthusiastic but slow. Competed in a few major races in the early 1950's. (Last updated 16 Jul 2011) |
| David Hobbs | 09 Jun 1939 Leamington Spa, Warwickshire |
GB | 7 (1967-1974) |
Now working for NBC, after years with US motorsport channel, Speed. He only retired from driving in the mid 1990's. Now lives in Wisconsin, where he is the owner of a car dealership. (Last updated 8 Dec 2012) | |
| Ingo Hoffmann | 28 Feb 1953 Sao Paulo |
BR | 3 (1976-1977) |
Retired in 2008, after years driving in the discipline. Lives in Sao Paulo, where as well as running in half-marathons and enjoying water sports, his main focus is running his charity, which is specifically aimed at helping children with cancer, with a special complex built for them and their families to enjoy themselves. (Last updated 21 Nov 2012) | |
| Bill Holland | 18 Dec 1907 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
19 May 1984 Tucson, Arizona |
USA | 2 (1950-1954) |
Bill was also a talented ice speed skater. Later worked as a test driver and journalist., as well as a sales rep for oil and air filters for automobiles. (Last updated 17 May 2011) |
| Jackie Holmes | 04 Sep 1920 Indianapolis, Indiana |
01 Mar 1995 Indianapolis, Indiana |
USA | 2 (1950-1953) |
Ran a TV and electrical shop in Indianapolis after racing. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Bill Homeier | 31 Aug 1918 Rock Island, Texas |
05 May 2001 Houston, Texas |
USA | 3 (1953-1960) |
Later ran and taught a shop class. A midget racer, he had a long career in the sport. |
| Kazuyoshi Hoshino | 01 Jul 1947 Shizuoka City |
J | 2 (1976-1977) |
Finally retired in 2002 from driving after a back pain forced him to quit. He now concentrates full time on his title-winning Super Formula team and has business interests. (Last updated 3 Mar 2013) | |
| Norm Houser | 18 Dec 1915 Russiaville, California |
03 Dec 1996 Volusia, Florida |
USA | 0 (1950) |
Son of Thane, he later became an USAC official. Originally a painter and decorator, whose career was blighted by crashes. (Last updated 4 Nov 2012) |
| Jerry Hoyt | 29 Jan 1929 Chicago, Illinois |
11 Jul 1955 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
USA | 4 (1950-1955) |
Killed in a AAA sprint car crash. Sprint car driver who was particulary impressive racing around Oklahoma. Also took pole for the 1955 Indy 500. (Last updated 24 Jan 2010) |
| Nico Hulkenberg | 19 Aug 1987 Emmerich |
D | 38 (2010- ) |
GP2 Champion in 2009, who moved into F1 with Williams in 2010. Despite an impressive season, he lost his seat became Force India test-driver in 2011. However, in 2012, he stepped up to the main role with the team, and in 2013 starts a new challenge with Sauber. (Last updated 13 May 2013) | |
| Denny Hulme | 18 Jun 1936 Nelson |
04 Oct 1992 Bathurst Circuit, New South Wales, Australia |
NZ | 112 (1965-1974) |
Died of a heart-attack whilst racing in the 1992 Bathurst 1000km. A gruff, but much loved man with principles and good common sense, Denny was a brave driver, who did a lot to develop racing safety. Also competed in many historic events until his death. His father, Alfred Clive Hulme, won a Victoria Cross. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) |
| Chuck Hulse | 03 Oct 1927 Anaheim, California |
USA | 0 (1960) |
Still alive and a regular visitor to historic and current motorsport events in the US. Lives in La Palma, California. (Last updated 17 May 2011) | |
| James Hunt | 29 Aug 1947 Belmont, nr. Sutton, Surrey |
15 Jun 1993 Wimbledon, London |
GB | 92 (1973-1979) |
BBC TV commentator until his death, from a massive heart-attack, in his sleep, at his home in Wimbledon. (Last updated 11 Nov 2012) |
| Jim Hurtubise | 05 Dec 1932 North Tonawanda, New York |
06 Jan 1989 Port Arthur, Texas |
USA | 1 (1960) |
Retired from racing in 1980 and moved to Texas where he operated a hunting lodge. Died of a heart attack. His widow, Jane, moved back to Indianapolis after his death. |
| Gus Hutchison | 26 Apr 1937 Atlanta, Georgia |
USA | 1 (1970) |
Still alive and living in Dallas, Texas. Semi-retired, but is still President of his solar energy and lighting products company. |
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