The Stats
Age: 85 | GPs: 99 | Titles: 3 | Wins: 27 | Poles: 17 | Podiums: 43
Full Name | John Young Stewart |
Date of Birth | 11/06/39 |
Place of Birth | Milton, UK |
Teams | BRM, Matra, March, Tyrrell |
First Entry | South Africa 65 |
First Podium | Monaco 65 |
First Win | Italy 65 |
Last Win | Germany 73 |
Last Podium | Austria 73 |
Last Entry | US 73 |
Most Successful Track | Circuit Zandvoort, Netherlands | 3 wins, 2 x 2nd |
The Bio
His outstanding track record still ranks him among the most successful champions but, in terms of personally influencing the way Formula 1 racing developed, Jackie Stewart stands alone. His one-man safety crusade made the sport infinitely safer. His excellent communication skills helped make it more popular.
He also set new standards of professionalism for drivers and was a pioneer in exploiting Formula 1’s commercial potential. His keen intelligence and tireless energy helped, but he would never have been able to exert such influence had he not been a truly great driver. In 1997, that business acumen saw him start his own team – Stewart Grand Prix – which evolved into the current Red Bull outfit.