Drivers becoming Constructors: Jackie Stewart

  • 01 June 2024
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Jackie Stewart always prominently showcased his Scottish identity and strong personality, both as a driver and constructor. He retired as a driver in 1973 due to the deaths of too many friends in the sport after winning three World Championships and fighting for Formula 1 safety. In the role as a constructor he combined his vision for designing race cars with a special focus on safety, helping bring Formula 1 to its much safer current state.

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