George Follmer

George Follmer, an American road racing versatile, made a brief but impactful foray into Formula 1 in 1973 with the Shadow team. Primarily known for his successes in Can-Am, Trans-Am, and NASCAR, Follmer adapted quickly to the top tier of single-seater racing. His aggressive yet smooth driving style earned him a podium finish at the 1973 Spanish Grand Prix, a remarkable achievement given his limited F1 experience. Follmer competed in 12 Grands Prix, securing 1 podiums before returning to his highly successful career in sports car and stock car racing.