Graham Hill

Graham Hill, born on February 15, 1929, in London, had an illustrious career in Formula 1, marked by remarkable achievements:

• World Championships: He won the Formula 1 World Championship twice, first in 1962 and again in 1968.
• Grand Prix Wins: Hill secured 14 wins throughout his career.
• Pole Positions: He achieved 13 pole positions.
• Fastest Laps: Hill set the fastest lap in a race 10 times.
• Total Grand Prix Involvements: He was involved in 180 Grand Prix races.
• Teams and Constructors: Throughout his career, Hill raced for 6 different constructors and worked with 3 engine builders.
• Laps Led: He led for a total of 1103 laps in his career.
• Triple Crown of Motorsport: Hill is the only driver to have won the Triple Crown of Motorsport, comprising the Formula 1 World Championship, Indianapolis 500, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
• • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Born: February 15, 1929, Hampstead, London
  • Died: November 29, 1975, Arkley, Hertfordshire (aged 46), in an airplane accident
  • First Grand Prix: Monaco 1958
  • Last Grand Prix: Brazil 1975
  • World Championships: 2 (1962, 1968)

  Career Highlights:

  • Grand Prix Involvements: 180
  • Grand Prix Starts: 175
  • Wins: 14 (8.00% of starts)
  • Podiums: 36 (20.57% of starts)
  • Pole Positions: 13 (7.43% of starts)
  • Fastest Laps: 10 (5.71% of starts)
  • Retirements: 78 (44.57% of starts)
  • Total Points Scored: 289
  • Points per Grand Prix: 1.65
  • Points per Season: 16.06 on average
  • Laps Led: 1,103
  • Kilometers Led: 4,755 km
  • Total Laps Raced: 8,787
  • Total Kilometers Raced: 44,139 km

  Team Affiliations: Graham Hill raced for various teams over his career, including BRM, Lotus, and his own team, Embassy Hill.

  Notable Achievements:

  • Hill is renowned for being the only driver to win the Triple Crown of Motorsport, which includes the Formula 1 World Championship, the Indianapolis 500, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
  • His remarkable record at the Monaco Grand Prix, where he won five times, earning him the nickname “Mr. Monaco.”

  Graham Hill’s career in Formula 1 is distinguished not only by his achievements on the track but also by his gentlemanly demeanor and significant contributions to the sport’s development. His untimely death in 1975 ended a remarkable era in Formula 1 history.

  

  Graham Hill’s Formula 1 World Championship positions from 1958 to 1975. The graph illustrates the ups and downs of his career, including his championship wins in 1962 and 1968, as well as years where he was not classified (NC). The y-axis is inverted to place the 1st position at the top, highlighting his championship successes more prominently.

Graham Hill’s legacy extends beyond his racing statistics. He was known for his remarkable skill, determination, and sportsmanship, making him a legend in the world of Formula 1. He passed away tragically in an airplane accident on November 29, 1975, but his achievements continue to inspire motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.