Chico Landi
born 14 Jul 1907 · raced 1951–1956
Chico Landi was a charismatic and popular figure, the first Brazilian driver to compete in a Formula 1 World Championship race. His debut came at the 1951 Italian Grand Prix, driving a Ferrari. While he never raced a full season, Landi participated in a handful of Grand Prix events into the mid-1950s, often as a privateer. His best result was a fourth-place finish at the 1956 Argentine Grand Prix, showcasing his talent against established stars. Landi's pioneering efforts helped pave the way for future generations of successful Brazilian drivers.
Top Teams
Top Circuits
Circuit | Wins | Avg Points (as awarded) | Races |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autodromo Nazionale di Monza | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Points are Grand Prix points as awarded at the time (sprints excluded); average points are per race started.
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19561 race▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentine Grand Prix | Maserati | 11 | P4 | 1.5 |
Earlier seasons1951–1953 (3 seasons)▾
19532 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Grand Prix | Maserati | 21 | Engine | 0 |
| Swiss Grand Prix | Maserati | 20 | Gearbox | 0 |
19522 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Grand Prix | Maserati | 18 | P8 | 0 |
| Dutch Grand Prix | Maserati | 16 | P9 | 0 |
19511 race▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Grand Prix | Ferrari | 16 | Transmission | 0 |