Jo Schlesser

French race car driver, 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans

Jo Schlesser - French race car driver, 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans
Born

1928
97 years ago

Died

July 7th, 1968
56 years ago — 40 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A French race car driver competed in sports car racing events during the 1960s. Schlesser participated in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, where he drove for manufacturers like Ford and Ferrari. An incident during the 1968 Formula One French Grand Prix resulted in a fatal crash, marking a tragic end to his racing career.

Competed in the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans

Participated in Formula One races in 1968

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