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Formula 2 in the 1981 season. Full information

16th season of the Formula 2 proved to be an exhilarating ride for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. Spanning from 29th March to 20th September in 1981, 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 2!

Beginners of the season: Michele Alboreto , Thierry Boutsen , Corrado Fabi , Roberto Guerrero , Kenneth Acheson

List of races and tracks in the 1981 season

Race	Winner	Track	Race Start
1981 International Trophy	Mike Thackwell Ralt RH6/81, #15	Silverstone	29th March 1981
1981 Jim Clark Trophy	Stefan Johansson Toleman T850, #1	Hockenheim	5th April 1981
1981 Jochen Rindt Trophy	Roberto Guerrero Maurer MM81, #17	Thruxton	20th April 1981
1981 Eifelrennen	Thierry Boutsen March 812, #4	Nürburgring	26th April 1981
1981 Rome Grand Prix	Eje Elgh Maurer MM81, #16	Vallelunga	10th May 1981
1981 Mugello F2	Corrado Fabi March 812, #3	Mugello	24th May 1981
1981 Pau Grand Prix	Geoff Lees Ralt RH6/81, #14	Pau	8th June 1981
1981 Mediterranean Grand Prix	Thierry Boutsen March 812, #4	Enna-Pergusa	26th July 1981
1981 Spa F2	Geoff Lees Ralt RH6/81, #14	Spa-Francorchamps	9th August 1981
1981 Donington F2	Geoff Lees Ralt RH6/81, #14	Donington Park	16th August 1981
1981 Misano F2	Michele Alboreto Minardi FLY281, #10	Misano	6th September 1981
1981 Mantorp Park F2	Stefan Johansson Toleman TG280B, #1	Mantorp Park	20th September 1981

Drivers championship 1981

Geoff Lees

United Kingdom

Champion

Points: 51 Wins: 3 Poles: 1

Thierry Boutsen

Belgium

2nd place

Points: 37 Wins: 2 Poles: 5

Eje Elgh

Sweden

3rd place

Points: 35 Wins: 1 Poles: 1

List of all drivers for the 1981 season

Name	Points
Geoff Lees	51
Thierry Boutsen	37
Eje Elgh	35
Stefan Johansson	30
Corrado Fabi	29
Mike Thackwell	22
Roberto Guerrero	16
Michele Alboreto	13
Manfred Winkelhock	12
Riccardo Paletti	11
Piero Necchi	9
Huub Rothengatter	6
Carlo Rossi	6
Johnny Cecotto	6
Kenneth Acheson	5
Jim Crawford	4
Richard Dallest	4
Christian Danner	2
Brian Robinson	1
Jo Gartner	1