Arnoux, René
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Arnoux, RenéEntry/Object ID
2025.1.29Description
René Arnoux, born July 4, 1948, in Pontcharra, Isère, France, is a French former Formula One driver known for his speed, aggression, and technical skill. Arnoux rose through the ranks by winning the 1977 European Formula Two Championship, which launched him into Formula One the following year. Over a 12‑season F1 career (1978–1989), he drove for Martini, Surtees, Renault, Ferrari, and Ligier, earning 7 Grand Prix victories, 22 podiums, 18 pole positions, and 12 fastest laps. His best championship result was third place in 1983 while driving for Ferrari. His wheel‑to‑wheel battles—especially the legendary 1979 French Grand Prix duel with Gilles Villeneuve—cemented his reputation as one of the fiercest competitors of his era. Outside Formula One, Arnoux remained active in motorsport through historic racing, driver development, and karting circuit management, reflecting his lifelong commitment to racing culture. His technical background—rooted in early training in machining, mechanical adjustment, and motor engineering—gave him a deep understanding of race‑car dynamics, which he continued to apply after retiring from professional competition.Collection
Simeone - PhotographCategory
Race Car Drivers