F1 Report

Louis Chiron

Louis Chiron, a true pioneer of motorsport, embodied the spirit of early Grand Prix racing. His career spanned decades, from the voiturette era to the nascent Formula 1 World Championship, competing in 17 races. Known for his elegant driving style and remarkable longevity, Chiron was a formidable competitor, securing 1 podium finishes and famously finishing third at the 1950 Monaco Grand Prix at 50 years old. His dedication and passion for racing made him a revered figure in the sport's formative years.

17Races
0Wins
1Podiums
7Top 10s
14.06Avg Position
13.35Avg Grid Pos

Top Teams

Team
Wins
Podiums
Points
Races
Maserati0148
Talbot-Lago0006
Lancia0001
OSCA0002
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Top Circuits

Circuit
Wins
Avg Points
Races
Circuit de Monaco014
Reims-Gueux003
Autodromo Nazionale di Monza003
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Louis Chiron season-by-season championship record
SeasonChampionship positionWinsPoints
19588300
19566300
1955—00
19534600
1951—00
19501004
19581 race▾
Louis Chiron race results in 1958
Grand PrixTeamGridResultPoints
Monaco Grand PrixMaserati—Did not qualify0
19561 race▾
Louis Chiron race results in 1956
Grand PrixTeamGridResultPoints
Monaco Grand PrixMaserati—Engine0
19551 race▾
Louis Chiron race results in 1955
Grand PrixTeamGridResultPoints
Monaco Grand PrixLancia19P60
19532 races▾
Louis Chiron race results in 1953
Grand PrixTeamGridResultPoints
Italian Grand PrixOSCA25P100
French Grand PrixOSCA25P150
19517 races▾
19505 races▾
Louis Chiron race results in 1950
Grand PrixTeamGridResultPoints
Italian Grand PrixMaserati19Oil pressure0
French Grand PrixMaserati13Engine0
Swiss Grand PrixMaserati16P90
Monaco Grand PrixMaserati8P34
British Grand PrixMaserati11Clutch0