Jean-Pierre Jarier
Formula One race car driver
Born
July 10th, 1946
79 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A French race car driver competed in Formula One during the 1970s and 1980s. He participated in 126 Grands Prix, securing multiple podium finishes. Jarier drove for various teams including Tyrrell, Shadow, and Ligier. Achieved best results with a second-place finish at the 1974 Dutch Grand Prix and the 1975 Austrian Grand Prix. Jarier also had success in endurance racing, contributing to his reputation within motorsport.
Finished second at the 1974 Dutch Grand Prix
Completed second at the 1975 Austrian Grand Prix
Participated in 126 Formula One races
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