René Arnoux

René Arnoux was a mercurial talent whose career spanned the late 1970s and 1980s, primarily with Renault and Ferrari. Known for his aggressive, flamboyant driving style and exceptional qualifying pace, he was a formidable competitor, particularly in turbo-era cars. While never quite achieving a World Championship, his 7 victories and memorable duels, most notably with Gilles Villeneuve at Dijon in 1979, cemented his place as one of the era's most exciting figures. He competed in 164 Grands Prix, securing 18 pole positions and 22 podium finishes.