Jochen Rindt (April 18, 1942 – September 5, 1970) was an Austrian racing driver and the only driver to be awarded the Formula 1 World Championship posthumously.
Born in Mainz, Germany, Rindt moved to Austria at a young age, where he developed his passion for motorsport.
Known for his fearless driving style, he quickly rose through the ranks of racing, eventually joining Formula 1 in 1964.
Rindt achieved notable success with Lotus, where he formed a close relationship with team principal Colin Chapman.
In 1970, he won five Grands Prix, establishing himself as the favorite to win the championship.
However, Rindt tragically lost his life in a crash during a practice session at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza.
At the time of his death, he had accumulated enough points to secure the 1970 World Championship title, making him the only driver to win the championship after passing.
Rindt’s legacy is celebrated for his bravery, talent, and contributions to Austrian motorsport, with fans and the racing community remembering him as one of the sport's greats.
On the 50th anniversary of Jochen Rindt becoming F1's only posthumous World Champion, we speak to those who knew him well - including Sir Jackie Stewart and Helmut Marko.
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