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Thruxton Retro celebrates Jochen Rindt with summer racing event

Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 10:54 AM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Thruxton Retro celebrates Jochen Rindt with summer racing event

Summary

The Thruxton Retro event takes place this summer at the historic Hampshire airfield. It commemorates Jochen Rindt, who excelled at Thruxton by winning the first three European Formula 2 Championship rounds between 1968 and 1970. The annual festival, which combines historic racing, music, and lifestyle activities, has been branded as Thruxton Retro since last year. Attendees can expect a mix of racing excitement and nostalgic tribute to Rindt's legacy.

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By the Numbers

•Thruxton Retro features historic racing events
•Celebrates Jochen Rindt's achievements
•Includes music and lifestyle activities
•First occurred from 1968 to 1970 at Thruxton
•Event rebranded last year from previous formats

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10:54 AMAutosport — The Smiths are headline act again as Jochen Rindt Trophy entertains at Thruxton Retro

What they're saying

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Jochen Rindt was king of Thruxton, Bernie Ecclestone’s protege winning the super-fast Hampshire airfield track’s first three European Formula 2 Championship rounds from 1968-1970. Fittingly, the ill-starred Austrian’s prowess is recalled in the centrepiece of the venue’s annual summer historic racing, music and lifestyle event, rebranded Thruxton Retro last year. Originated by Rob ...Keep reading
— Autosport

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