Jacques Laffite

Jacques Laffite embodied a swashbuckling, often flamboyant, style throughout his long Formula 1 career. A key figure for Ligier, he brought the French team some of its most competitive years, particularly in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Known for his effervescent personality and sometimes daring overtakes, Laffite competed in 180 Grands Prix, securing 6 victories and 32 podium finishes. His career was a testament to perseverance and a popular presence in the paddock for over a decade.