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James Simon Wallis Hunt (29 August 1947 – 15 June 1993) was a British racing driver who won the Formula One World Championship in 1976. After retiring from racing in 1979, Hunt became a media commentator and businessman until his death.
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- 1975 Dutch Grand Prix
James Hunt's was a turbulent life lived to the limit - in and out of racing cars. As a driver he overcame constant fear and enormous odds to become the best in the world - triumphing in one of the most dramatic championship battles in Formula One history.
Learn about the life and achievements of James Hunt, the 1976 Formula 1 World Champion who defied the odds and rocked the establishment. Explore his on-and-off track exploits, adventures, cars, rivalries and more on his official website.
Oct 5, 2016 · As an insightful book on James Hunt recalls his F1 tussles with Niki Lauda, the Austrian tells Paul Weaver about the accident that led to his famous title defeat in 1976 and the ‘respectful ...
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Oct 24, 2016 · Learn about the life and exploits of James Hunt, the charismatic and controversial F1 driver who won the world title in 1976. From his sexcapades and drinking habits to his witty comments and racing style, discover the stories behind the man, the myths and the legends.
James Hunt (born August 29, 1947, London, England—died June 15, 1993, London) British race-car driver who won the 1976 Formula One (F1) Grand Prix world championship by one point over his Austrian archrival, Niki Lauda. Hunt began racing his own car in Formula Ford events in 1969.
Jan 26, 2016 · 2016 marks the 40th anniversary of James Hunt's world championship victory. We start his story here: On January 25, 1976, James Hunt lined his shiny, red-airboxed McLaren M23 up on the pole position slot at Brazil’s legendary Interlagos circuit.
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