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Beyond the chequered flag: John Watson
For the latest instalment of a series running throughout the season, GPUpdate.net reminisced with five-time Grand Prix winner John Watson. From claiming Penske's only Formula 1 victory to outscoring Niki Lauda in the same machinery, the Northern Irishman turned plenty of heads during his spell in the top echelon. Born in Belfast on May 4 1946, Watson was instantly immersed in the motoring world. His father, a successful car dealer, played a key role in the early days, purchasing an Austin-Healey Sprite for his 18th birthday. After a selection of "weekend driver" outings, an opportunity to race in Formula 2 arose, a breeding ground that would open the door to Formula 1. And on the...
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