Jean-Pierre Jabouille
Jean-Pierre Jabouille was a pioneering figure in Formula 1, renowned for his role in Renault's turbo era. As the first driver to secure a victory for a turbocharged car and for the Renault team, he etched his name into motorsport history at the 1979 French Grand Prix. Though his career was hampered by reliability issues and injuries, Jabouille's technical acumen and driving skill were crucial in developing the innovative, yet often fragile, Renault RS01. He competed in 55 Grands Prix, achieving 2 wins and 6 pole positions.
All-time records
Where Jean-Pierre Jabouille ranks in the all-time Formula 1 record books.
- 19th in Oldest F1 Race Winners (37y 321d)
55Races
2Wins
2Podiums
7Top 10s
17.27Avg Position
8.45Avg Grid Pos
Top Teams
Team | Wins | Podiums | Points | Races |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault | 2 | 2 | 21 | 47 |
| Iso Marlboro | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Surtees | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ligier | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Tyrrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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Top Circuits
Circuit | Wins | Avg Points | Races |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bull Ring | 1 | 2.25 | 4 |
| Watkins Glen | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Jarama | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Long Beach | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Zolder | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Circuit Park Zandvoort | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Circuit Paul Ricard | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Kyalami | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Autódromo Juan y Oscar Gálvez | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Autodromo Nazionale di Monza | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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| Season | Team | Matchup | Race |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Jean-Pierre Jabouille vs Jacques Laffite | 1–2 | |
| 1980 | René Arnoux vs Jean-Pierre Jabouille | 10–3 | |
| 1979 | René Arnoux vs Jean-Pierre Jabouille | 7–7 |
19815 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Grand Prix | Ligier | 19 | Brakes | 0 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Ligier | — | Did not qualify | 0 |
| Belgian Grand Prix | Ligier | 16 | Transmission | 0 |
| San Marino Grand Prix | Ligier | 18 | Not classified | 0 |
| Argentine Grand Prix | Ligier | — | Did not qualify | 0 |
198013 races, 1 win▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Grand Prix | Renault | 13 | Suspension | 0 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Renault | 2 | Gearbox | 0 |
| Dutch Grand Prix | Renault | 2 | Handling | 0 |
| Austrian Grand Prix | Renault | 2 | P1 | 9 |
| German Grand Prix | Renault | 2 | Engine | 0 |
| British Grand Prix | Renault | 13 | Engine | 0 |
| French Grand Prix | Renault | 6 | Transmission | 0 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Renault | 16 | Gearbox | 0 |
| Belgian Grand Prix | Renault | 5 | Clutch | 0 |
| United States Grand Prix West | Renault | 11 | P10 | 0 |
| South African Grand Prix | Renault | 1 | Puncture | 0 |
| Brazilian Grand Prix | Renault | 1 | Turbo | 0 |
| Argentine Grand Prix | Renault | 9 | Gearbox | 0 |
197915 races, 1 win▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Grand Prix | Renault | 8 | Engine | 0 |
| Canadian Grand Prix | Renault | 7 | Brakes | 0 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Renault | 1 | P14 | 0 |
| Dutch Grand Prix | Renault | 4 | Clutch | 0 |
| Austrian Grand Prix | Renault | 3 | Gearbox | 0 |
| German Grand Prix | Renault | 1 | Spun off | 0 |
| British Grand Prix | Renault | 2 | Turbo | 0 |
| French Grand Prix | Renault | 1 | P1 | 9 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Renault | 20 | +8 Laps | 0 |
| Belgian Grand Prix | Renault | 17 | Turbo | 0 |
| Spanish Grand Prix | Renault | 9 | Turbo | 0 |
| United States Grand Prix West | Renault | — | Withdrew | 0 |
| South African Grand Prix | Renault | 1 | Engine | 0 |
| Brazilian Grand Prix | Renault | 7 | P10 | 0 |
| Argentine Grand Prix | Renault | 12 | Engine | 0 |
197814 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Grand Prix | Renault | 22 | P12 | 0 |
| United States Grand Prix | Renault | 9 | P4 | 3 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Renault | 3 | Engine | 0 |
| Dutch Grand Prix | Renault | 9 | Engine | 0 |
| Austrian Grand Prix | Renault | 3 | Gearbox | 0 |
| German Grand Prix | Renault | 9 | Engine | 0 |
| British Grand Prix | Renault | 12 | Turbo | 0 |
| French Grand Prix | Renault | 11 | Engine | 0 |
| Swedish Grand Prix | Renault | 10 | Engine | 0 |
| Spanish Grand Prix | Renault | 11 | P13 | 0 |
| Belgian Grand Prix | Renault | 20 | Not classified | 0 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Renault | 12 | P10 | 0 |
| United States Grand Prix West | Renault | 13 | Turbo | 0 |
| South African Grand Prix | Renault | 6 | Engine | 0 |
19775 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Grand Prix | Renault | — | Did not qualify | 0 |
| United States Grand Prix | Renault | 14 | Alternator | 0 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Renault | 20 | Engine | 0 |
| Dutch Grand Prix | Renault | 10 | Suspension | 0 |
| British Grand Prix | Renault | 21 | Turbo | 0 |
19751 race▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Grand Prix | Tyrrell | 21 | P12 | 0 |
19742 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian Grand Prix | Surtees | — | Did not qualify | 0 |
| French Grand Prix | Iso Marlboro | — | Did not qualify | 0 |