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Juan Manuel Fangio sets first grand chelem age record at 1950 Monaco GP

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Juan Manuel Fangio sets first grand chelem age record at 1950 Monaco GP

Summary

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.

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•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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