Juan Manuel Fangio sets first grand chelem age record at 1950 Monaco GP
Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Juan Manuel Fangio achieved the first grand chelem in Formula 1 history at the 1950 Monaco Grand Prix. At 38 years old, he secured pole position, led the race from start to finish, and recorded the fastest lap. Fangio's performance marked a significant milestone in the early years of the Formula 1 world championship. The record established a benchmark for future drivers seeking to replicate this achievement.
- •Fangio set the first grand chelem during the 1950 Monaco GP.
- •He was 38 years, 10 months, and 27 days old at the time.
- •Fangio led the race from pole position and achieved the fastest lap.
- •His victory occurred in the second race of the Formula 1 championship.
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"Juan Manuel Fangio – 38y, 10m, 27d 1950 Monaco GP The first-ever grand chelem – leading the whole race from pole position and setting the fastest lap on your way to victory – occurred in just the second race of the Formula 1 world championship. Future five-time title winner Juan Manuel Fangio was fastest by 2.6s in qualifying. The 38-year-old Argentine made it past Tabac corner ...Keep reading
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