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Formula 1 in the 1961 season. Full information

12th season of the Formula 1 proved to be an exhilarating ride for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. Spanning from 14th May to 8th October in 1961, this season showcased thrilling races, unexpected twists, and fierce competition. Join us as we relive the excitement and drama that unfolded throughout this unforgettable season of Formula 1!

Beginners of the season: Giancarlo Baghetti , Jackie Lewis

:championship in the 1961 season. Full information

List of races and tracks in the 1961 season

Race	Winner	Track	Race Start
1961 Monaco Grand Prix	Stirling Moss Lotus 18, #20	Monaco	14th May 1961
1961 Netherlands Grand Prix	Wolfgang Von Trips Ferrari 156, #3	Zandvoort	22nd May 1961
1961 Belgium Grand Prix	Phil Hill Ferrari 156, #4	Spa-Francorchamps	18th June 1961
1961 France Grand Prix	Giancarlo Baghetti Ferrari 156, #50	Reims	2nd July 1961
1961 Britain Grand Prix	Wolfgang Von Trips Ferrari 156, #4	Aintree	15th July 1961
1961 Germany Grand Prix	Stirling Moss Lotus 18/21, #7	Nürburgring	6th August 1961
1961 Italy Grand Prix	Phil Hill Ferrari 156, #2	Monza	10th September 1961
1961 USA Grand Prix	Innes Ireland Lotus 21, #15	Watkins Glen	8th October 1961

Drivers championship 1961

Phil Hill

United States

Champion

Points: 34.00 Wins: 2 Poles: 5

Wolfgang Von Trips

Germany

2nd place

Points: 33.00 Wins: 2 Poles: 1

Stirling Moss

United Kingdom

3rd place

Points: 21.00 Wins: 2 Poles: 1

List of all drivers for the 1961 season

Name	Points
Phil Hill	34.00
Wolfgang Von Trips	33.00
Stirling Moss	21.00
Dan Gurney	21.00
Richie Ginther	16.00
Innes Ireland	12.00
Jimmy Clark	11.00
Bruce Mclaren	11.00
Giancarlo Baghetti	9.00
Tony Brooks	6.00
Jack Brabham	4.00
John Surtees	4.00
Jackie Lewis	3.00
Olivier Gendebien	3.00
Jo Bonnier	3.00
Graham Hill	3.00
Roy Salvadori	2.00