{"id":577804,"date":"2026-04-01T04:48:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T04:48:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/577804\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T04:48:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T04:48:13","slug":"high-praise-for-piastri-auto-action","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/577804\/","title":{"rendered":"High praise for Piastri\u00a0 &#8211; Auto Action"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Oscar-Piastri-26-Japan.jpg\" class=\"attachment-featuredImage size-featuredImage wp-post-image\" alt=\"Oscar Piastri\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>By Thomas Miles<\/p>\n<p class=\"postdate\">Date posted: 1 April 2026<\/p>\n<p>McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella believes Oscar Piastri\u2019s impressive podium at the Japanese Grand Prix was one of his best.<\/p>\n<p>It was worth the wait to go racing in 2026 for Piastri as he powered his McLaren to second place in Suzuka.<\/p>\n<p>But for many, it was a drive deserving of more as the Australian star enjoyed a dream start to snatch the lead from the dominant Mercedes and controlled the opening stages.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, a promising shot at victory was denied by an unluckily timed Safety Car, which allowed Kimi Antonelli to shoot to the lead.<\/p>\n<p>Given it was his first Grand Prix of the year, having not made the start at Australia or China, it was one of Piastri\u2019s most impressive drives of his growing career.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOscar delivered a superb drive after a great start with strong pace, fully deserving of his podium,\u201d Stella said.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDespite missing the first two Grands Prix starts, he is showing the strongest version of himself since he started to compete in Formula 1 \u2013 calm, resilient and inspirational for the whole team.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>McLaren appeared to take a significant leap forward in Suzuka and showcase a lot more pace than previously seen in 2026, with some even suggesting the reigning champions have overtaken Ferrari as Mercedes\u2019 nearest rival.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis was a good weekend that allows us to leave Suzuka encouraged. The speed we showed in Qualifying was confirmed in the race, and we were genuinely able to fight with Ferrari and, at times, Mercedes,\u201d Stella said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur race execution, the starts, the strategy, and how we exploited the power unit, was strong.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhile we are encouraged by this result, our objective remains clear: we must improve the fundamental performance of our chassis.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe characteristics of this circuit and the strong performance from our power unit played to our advantage, but we know our rivals still have an edge in cornering grip.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are aware we need a few tenths from the chassis to be able to contend for victories consistently.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is now our responsibility to provide both Oscar and Lando with a car that can consistently challenge for wins, and we are focused on bringing the necessary upgrades in the upcoming races to achieve that.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Photo by Andy Hone\/LAT Images<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autoaction.com.au\/digital\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read new Auto Action Digital HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autoactionmagazine.myshopify.com\/products\/auto-action-premium-magazine-march-2026\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy the new issue of Auto Action Premium HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget the print edition of Auto Action available via subscription\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/autoactionmagazine.myshopify.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/autoactionmagazine.myshopify.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1743042520623000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3kiULpxeOayfDC5y6lSWRz\">here<\/a>,\u00a0or you can purchase a copy of the latest issue from one of our outlets\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/autoaction.com.au\/home\/find-a-store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/autoaction.com.au\/home\/find-a-store&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1743042520623000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2yYvcFE12eQq-tULpy0XPs\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.revlimiter.com.au\/podcast\/episode\/1efa424e\/f1s-new-rules-already-wobbling-as-china-booms-and-gm-circles-in-supercars\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"square\" onclick=\"if (!window.__cfRLUnblockHandlers) return false; window.dataLayer.push({&quot;event&quot;:&quot;aa_click&quot;,&quot;ad&quot;:&quot;Podcast ads \u2013 D&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;square&quot;});\" data-cf-modified-7fad7fac143fb7debe68b34e-=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AA-RevLimiter-F1-New-Rules_300x250.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/autoactionmagazine.myshopify.com\/products\/auto-action-premium-magazine-march-2026\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"square\" onclick=\"if (!window.__cfRLUnblockHandlers) return false; window.dataLayer.push({&quot;event&quot;:&quot;aa_click&quot;,&quot;ad&quot;:&quot;AAP1916-D&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;square&quot;});\" data-cf-modified-7fad7fac143fb7debe68b34e-=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AA-MREC_300x250-32.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nRecent Storiesarray (<br \/>\n  0 =&gt;<br \/>\n  WP_Term::__set_state(array(<br \/>\n     &#8216;term_id&#8217; =&gt; 37,<br \/>\n     &#8216;name&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;F1&#8217;,<br \/>\n     &#8216;slug&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;f1&#8217;,<br \/>\n     &#8216;term_group&#8217; =&gt; 0,<br \/>\n     &#8216;term_taxonomy_id&#8217; =&gt; 37,<br \/>\n     &#8216;taxonomy&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;category&#8217;,<br \/>\n     &#8216;description&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;An Introduction to Formula One (F1)&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One, or F1, is the highest class of single-seater auto racing, governed by the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration Internationale de l\\&#8217;Automobile (FIA) and is owned by Liberty Media. The name &#8220;Formula One&#8221; refers to the set of rules or formula that all cars and drivers must comply with.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe F1 season consists of a series of races, known as Grands Prix, held on purpose-built circuits or public roads around the world. The results of each race are combined to determine two annual championships: one for drivers and one for constructors (teams).&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe history of Formula One can be traced back to the pre-war Grand Prix racing, which featured open-wheel cars with supercharged engines. The first World Championship of Drivers was organised by the FIA in 1950, following the end of World War II. The first race was held at Silverstone, England, and was won by Giuseppe Farina, driving an Alfa Romeo. The first constructors\\&#8217; championship was introduced in 1958 and was won by Vanwall.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has seen many changes and innovations over the years, both in terms of technology and regulations. Some of the most notable developments include the introduction of rear-engined cars in the late 1950s, the use of aerodynamic wings in the late 1960s, the adoption of turbocharged engines in the late 1970s, the emergence of electronic driver aids in the late 1980s, the switch to V10 and then V8 engines in the 1990s and 2000s, and the introduction of hybrid power units in 2014.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has also produced some of the greatest drivers and rivalries in the history of motorsport. Some of the most famous names include Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Sebastian Vettel. Some of the most intense battles for the championship have been between Fangio and Stirling Moss in the 1950s, Lauda and James Hunt in the 1970s, Senna and Prost in the late 1980s, Schumacher and Mika Hakkinen in the late 1990s, and Hamilton and Vettel in the 2010s.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One is widely regarded as the pinnacle of motorsport, attracting millions of fans and viewers worldwide. The sport is also a huge business, involving billions of dollars in revenue and expenditure. The teams compete for prize money, sponsorship deals, and media rights, while the drivers earn millions of dollars in salaries and endorsements. The sport is also influenced by politics, regulations, and controversies, such as doping scandals, espionage cases, safety issues, and environmental concerns.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe following is a list of all F1 World Drivers Champions by year, from 1950 to 2020:&#13;<br \/>\n1950-1959&#13;<br \/>\n1950: Giuseppe Farina (Italy) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 158, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1951: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1952: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1953: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1954: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati \/ Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1955: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1956: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Ferrari D50, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1957: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1958: Mike Hawthorn (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 246, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1959: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T51, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n1960-1969&#13;<br \/>\n1960: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T53, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1961: Phil Hill (United States) &#8211; Ferrari 156, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1962: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; BRM P57, BRM&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1963: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 25, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1964: John Surtees (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 158, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1965: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 33, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1966: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Brabham BT19, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1967: Denny Hulme (New Zealand) &#8211; Brabham BT20, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1968: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 49, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1969: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Matra MS80, Matra-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n1970-1979&#13;<br \/>\n1970: Jochen Rindt (Austria) &#8211; Lotus 72, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1971: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 003, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1972: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; Lotus 72D, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1973: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 006, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1974: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1975: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1976: James Hunt (United Kingdom) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1977: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T2, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1978: Mario Andretti (United States) &#8211; Lotus 79, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1979: Jody Scheckter (South Africa) &#8211; Ferrari 312T4, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n1980-1989&#13;<br \/>\n1980: Alan Jones (Australia) &#8211; Williams FW07B, Williams-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1981: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) &#8211; Brabham BT49C, Brabham-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1982: Keke Rosberg (Finland) &#8211; Williams FW08, Williams-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1983: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) &#8211; Brabham BT52, Brabham-BMW&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1984: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/2, McLaren-TAG&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1985: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/2B, McLaren-TAG&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1986: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/2C, McLaren-TAG&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1987: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) &#8211; Williams FW11B, Williams-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1988: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/4, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1989: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/5, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n1990-1999&#13;<br \/>\n1990: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/5B, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1991: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/6, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1992: Nigel Mansell (United Kingdom) &#8211; Williams FW14B, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1993: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; Williams FW15C, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1994: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Benetton B194, Benetton-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1995: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Benetton B195, Benetton-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1996: Damon Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; Williams FW18, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1997: Jacques Villeneuve (Canada) &#8211; Williams FW19, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1998: Mika H\u00e4kkinen (Finland) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/13, McLaren-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1999: Mika H\u00e4kkinen (Finland) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/14, McLaren-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n2000-2009&#13;<br \/>\n2000: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F1-2000, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2001: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2001, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2002: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2002, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2003: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2003-GA, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2004: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2004, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2005: Fernando Alonso (Spain) &#8211; Renault R25, Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2006: Fernando Alonso (Spain) &#8211; Renault R26, Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2007: Kimi R\u00e4ikk\u00f6nen (Finland) &#8211; Ferrari F2007, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2008: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; McLaren MP4-23, McLaren-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2009: Jenson Button (United Kingdom) &#8211; Brawn BGP 001, Brawn-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n2010-2020&#13;<br \/>\n2010: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB6, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2011: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB7, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2012: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB8, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2013: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB9, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2014: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W05 Hybrid, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2015: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W06 Hybrid, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2016: Nico Rosberg (Germany) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W07 Hybrid, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2017: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W08 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2018: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W09 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2019: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W10 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2020: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W11 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n2021-&#13;<br \/>\n2021: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB16B, Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2022: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB18, Red Bull Power Trains Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2023: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB19, Red Bull Power Trains Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2024: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB20, Red Bull Power Trains Honda&#8217;,<br \/>\n     &#8216;parent&#8217; =&gt; 660,<br \/>\n     &#8216;count&#8217; =&gt; 3169,<br \/>\n     &#8216;filter&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;raw&#8217;,<br \/>\n     &#8216;cat_ID&#8217; =&gt; 37,<br \/>\n     &#8216;category_count&#8217; =&gt; 3169,<br \/>\n     &#8216;category_description&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;An Introduction to Formula One (F1)&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One, or F1, is the highest class of single-seater auto racing, governed by the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration Internationale de l\\&#8217;Automobile (FIA) and is owned by Liberty Media. The name &#8220;Formula One&#8221; refers to the set of rules or formula that all cars and drivers must comply with.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe F1 season consists of a series of races, known as Grands Prix, held on purpose-built circuits or public roads around the world. The results of each race are combined to determine two annual championships: one for drivers and one for constructors (teams).&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe history of Formula One can be traced back to the pre-war Grand Prix racing, which featured open-wheel cars with supercharged engines. The first World Championship of Drivers was organised by the FIA in 1950, following the end of World War II. The first race was held at Silverstone, England, and was won by Giuseppe Farina, driving an Alfa Romeo. The first constructors\\&#8217; championship was introduced in 1958 and was won by Vanwall.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has seen many changes and innovations over the years, both in terms of technology and regulations. Some of the most notable developments include the introduction of rear-engined cars in the late 1950s, the use of aerodynamic wings in the late 1960s, the adoption of turbocharged engines in the late 1970s, the emergence of electronic driver aids in the late 1980s, the switch to V10 and then V8 engines in the 1990s and 2000s, and the introduction of hybrid power units in 2014.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has also produced some of the greatest drivers and rivalries in the history of motorsport. Some of the most famous names include Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Sebastian Vettel. Some of the most intense battles for the championship have been between Fangio and Stirling Moss in the 1950s, Lauda and James Hunt in the 1970s, Senna and Prost in the late 1980s, Schumacher and Mika Hakkinen in the late 1990s, and Hamilton and Vettel in the 2010s.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One is widely regarded as the pinnacle of motorsport, attracting millions of fans and viewers worldwide. The sport is also a huge business, involving billions of dollars in revenue and expenditure. The teams compete for prize money, sponsorship deals, and media rights, while the drivers earn millions of dollars in salaries and endorsements. The sport is also influenced by politics, regulations, and controversies, such as doping scandals, espionage cases, safety issues, and environmental concerns.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe following is a list of all F1 World Drivers Champions by year, from 1950 to 2020:&#13;<br \/>\n1950-1959&#13;<br \/>\n1950: Giuseppe Farina (Italy) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 158, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1951: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1952: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1953: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1954: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati \/ Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1955: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1956: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Ferrari D50, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1957: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1958: Mike Hawthorn (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 246, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1959: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T51, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n1960-1969&#13;<br \/>\n1960: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T53, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1961: Phil Hill (United States) &#8211; Ferrari 156, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1962: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; BRM P57, BRM&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1963: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 25, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1964: John Surtees (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 158, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1965: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 33, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1966: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Brabham BT19, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1967: Denny Hulme (New Zealand) &#8211; Brabham BT20, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1968: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 49, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1969: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Matra MS80, Matra-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n1970-1979&#13;<br \/>\n1970: Jochen Rindt (Austria) &#8211; Lotus 72, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1971: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 003, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1972: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; Lotus 72D, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1973: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 006, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1974: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1975: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1976: James Hunt (United Kingdom) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1977: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T2, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1978: Mario Andretti (United States) &#8211; Lotus 79, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1979: Jody Scheckter (South Africa) &#8211; 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