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A welcome refreshment on a hot day for Harry Schell
Phillip van Osten
29/06/2026 at 12:4529/06/2026 at 12:08 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. ©TheCahierArchive Harry Schell, the first American driver to race in Formula 1, was born on this day in 1921, and we're harking back to the 1959 Portuguese Grand Prix where this famous shot was taken. It was blistering hot that day in Monsanto Park, a venue located on the outskirts of Lisbon. Jo Bonnier's engine had already expired and he was joined by photographer Bernard Cahier on the side of the track. Drivers were evaporating in their seat because of the heat, to the point where several implored for a refreshment in the middle of the race to quench their thirst. Legendary photographer...
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