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Fine Art Print : Formula One World Championship: Paddy Driver Gunston Lotus 72E retired on lap seven with clutch slip on his first and only GP start, some eleven
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Formula One World Championship: Paddy Driver Gunston Lotus 72E retired on lap seven with clutch slip on his first and only GP start, some eleven
Paddy Driver (RSA) Gunston Lotus 72E retired on lap seven with clutch slip on his first and only GP start, some eleven years after he failed to start at his first GP appearance.
South African Grand Prix, Kyalami, 30 March 1974.
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Media ID 2066673
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Debut First Race Kyalami South Africa South African
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from the 1974 Formula One World Championship, we witness a bittersweet moment for Paddy Driver and his Gunston Lotus 72E. Making his long-awaited debut at the South African Grand Prix in Kyalami, Driver's excitement was palpable as he embarked on his first and only GP start. However, fate had other plans for him. Just seven laps into the race, an unfortunate clutch slip forced Driver to retire prematurely. The disappointment etched on his face tells a story of shattered dreams and unrealized potential. What makes this image even more poignant is the fact that it took eleven years for Paddy Driver to finally participate in a Grand Prix event. His initial attempt all those years ago ended before it even began, leaving him with a lingering sense of unfinished business. Despite the setback, this photograph captures the essence of determination and resilience that defines every Formula One driver. It serves as a reminder that success in motorsport is not solely measured by victories but also by one's unwavering passion and commitment to their craft. This remarkable snapshot encapsulates both triumph and tribulation within the high-octane world of Formula One racing – an eternal testament to Paddy Driver's indomitable spirit.
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