How did clay Regazzoni die?

How did clay Regazzoni die?

Traffic collision
Clay Regazzoni/Cause of death

Who is Niki Lauda’s teammate Ferrari?

Regazzoni
His first World Championship was confirmed with a third-place finish at the Italian Grand Prix at Monza; Lauda’s teammate Regazzoni won the race and Ferrari clinched their first Constructors’ Championship in 11 years.

Was Lauda friends with Regazzoni?

Here he joined young driver Niki Lauda, and the two became firm friends. After a huge crash during the South African Grand Prix, he was pulled from the blazing wreckage by Mike Hailwood, who was later awarded the George Medal for his heroism in saving Regazzoni’s life.

Is Clay Regazzoni still alive?

Deceased (1939–2006)
Clay Regazzoni/Living or Deceased

When did Clay Regazzoni die?

December 15, 2006
Clay Regazzoni/Date of death

Why did Niki Lauda stop in Japan?

Hunt took the lead from the start with Watson and Andretti behind. On the second lap Watson slid down an escape road and Lauda drove into the pits to withdraw, as he believed the weather conditions made the track too dangerous. He later said “my life is worth more than a title”.

Who is the best f1 driver ever?

Ten greatest Formula 1 drivers in order of number of race wins

  • Jackie Stewart.
  • Nigel Mansell.
  • Fernando Alonso.
  • Ayrton Senna.
  • Alain Prost.
  • Sebastian Vettel.
  • Michael Schumacher.
  • Lewis Hamilton.

Why did Lauda retire Japan?