Le Castallet Collection

Formula One World Championship: Race winner Niki Lauda Ferrari 312T leads at the start of the race
Race winner Niki Lauda (AUT) Ferrari 312T leads at the start of the race. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975

Formula One Testing
Sebastien Bourdais (FRA) Scuderia Toro Rosso Formula One Testing, Day Two, Paul Ricard, France, 15 May 2008

Formula One Championship, Rd 8, French Grand Prix, Paul Ricard, France, 1 July 1973
L-R: James Hunt (GBR) Hesketh, who finished sixth in only his second GP, relaxes in the pits with a cigarette and a drink with Paddy McNally (IRE)

1978: Sutton Images Grand Prix Decades: 1970s: 1978: Sutton Images Grand Prix Decades: 1970s: 1978
Sutton Images Grand Prix Decades: 1970s: 1978

Formula One World Championship: Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard, France, c. December 1977
Didier Pironi (FRA) tests the Tyrrell P34. Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard, France, c. December 1977

Formula One World Championship: Jody Scheckter Tyrrell, with wife Pam at a themed party
Jody Scheckter (RSA) Tyrrell, with wife Pam at a themed party. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975

Formula One World Championship
Emerson Fittipaldi (BRA) McLaren M23 finished fourth. French Grand Prix, Paul Ricard, 6 July 1975. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Tony Brise (GBR) Embassy Hill Racing, finished the race in seventh position. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975.

Formula One World Championship
Two women watch the action from behind a barrier. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975.

Formula One World Championship
Ninth placed Jody Scheckter (RSA) with his Tyrrell 007 as mechanics look at it out on the circuit during practice. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975.

Formula One World Championship
(L to R): Jody Scheckter (RSA) Tyrrell, with wife Pam and Norah Tyrrell (GBR), wife of Ken Tyrrell (GBR) Tyrrell Team Owner, at a themed party

Formula One World Championship
Formula Two driver Patrick Tambay (FRA) enjoys a themed party at the circuit. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975.

Formula One World Championship
A teddy bear was employed as a fire marshal by the Hesketh team. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975.

Formula One World Championship
A mechanic tinkers with a car. French Grand Prix, Paul Ricard, 6 July 1975. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Race winner Niki Lauda (AUT) Ferrari 312T discusses setup during practice with Mauro Forghieri (ITA) Ferrari Designer (Left). French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 6 July 1975.

Formula One World Championship
Jackie Stewart (GBR) is prepared by mechanics for a test in the Renault RS01. Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard, France, c. December 1977.

Formula One World Championship
Vittorio Brambilla (ITA) (Left) looks down as his mechanic attempts to fix the gearbox on his March 761 during practice. Brambilla retired from the race on lap 29 with a blown engine

Formula One Launch
Allan McNish (GBR) Renault test driver has his first test in the new Renault R23. Renault R203 Formula One Car Launch. 23 January 2003, Paul Ricard, France. DIGITAL IMAGE.

Formula One Testing
Fernando Alonso (ESP) Renault R26 Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard HTTT, France. 18 May 2006 DIGITAL IMAGE

GP2 Testing
Adrian Valles (ESP), FMS. GP2 Testing, Day Two, Paul Ricard HTTT, France, 12 March 2008

Formula One World Championship
A picture of the drivers in the pits (Back Row (L to R)): Carlos Reutemann (ARG) Brabham and Denny Hulme (NZL) McLaren. (Front Row (L to R))

Formula One World Championship
Colin Chapman (GBR) Lotus Team Owner with the Lotus 79. Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard, France, c. December 1977.

GP2 Testing
Bruno Senna (BRA) iSport International. GP2 Testing, Paul Ricard, France, Day Two, Friday 29 February 2008.

GP2 Testing
Bruno Senna (BRA) iSport International. GP2 Testing, Paul Ricard, France, Day One, Thursday 28 February 2008.

Formula One Testing
Christian Klien (AUT) Red Bull Racing RB1 Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard HTTT, France. 16 May 2006 DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One Testing
Christian Klien (AUT) Red Bull Racing RB2 Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard HTTT, France. 16 May 2006 DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One Testing
David Coulthard (GBR) Red Bull Racing RB1 Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard HTTT, France. 16 May 2006 DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One Testing
David Coulthard (GBR) Red Bull Racing RB2 is pushed back into his pit bay Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard HTTT, France. 18 May 2006 DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One Testing
David Coulthard (GBR) Red Bull Racing RB2 Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard HTTT, France. 16 May 2006 DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One Testing
David Coulthard (GBR) Red Bull Racing RB2 Formula One Testing, Paul Ricard HTTT, France. 18 May 2006 DIGITAL IMAGE

GP2 Testing
Ho-Pin Tung (CHN) Trident Racing. GP2 Testing, Paul Ricard, France, Day Two, Friday 29 February 2008.

Formula One Launch
The Paul Ricard circuit from the air. Renault R203 Formula One Car Launch. 23 January 2003, Paul Ricard, France. DIGITAL IMAGE.

GP2 Testing
Bruno Senna (BRA) iSport International. GP2 Testing, Paul Ricard, France, Day Two, Friday 29 February 2008.

Formula 1 Testing
Scott Speed (USA) Scuderia Torro Rosso Formula One Testing, Day 1, Paul Ricard, France. 15 May 2007 DIGITAL IMAGE

GP2 Series Testing
Ricardo Risatti (ARG) BCN Competition GP2 Series Testing, 21-22 February 2007, Paul Ricard, France. DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Carlos Pace (BRA) Brabham Alfa-Romeo BT45 qualified well in fifth and went on to finish fourth in the race. French Grand Prix, Rd 8, Paul Ricard, 4 July 1976. BEST IMAGE

Formula One Testing
Nick Heidfeld (GER) BMW Sauber F1.08 Formula One Testing, Day Three, Paul Ricard, France, 16 May 2008

GP2 Series Testing
Karun Chandhok (IND) Durango GP2 Series Testing, 21-22 February 2007, Paul Ricard, France. DIGITAL IMAGE

GP2 Testing
Jerome D'Ambrosio (BEL) DAMS. GP2 Testing, Paul Ricard, France, Day Two, Friday 29 February 2008.

GP2 Testing
Bruno Senna (BRA) iSport International. GP2 Testing, Paul Ricard, France, Day One, Thursday 28 February 2008.

Formula One World Championship
Jackie Stewart (GBR) Tyrrell 003 totally dominated at the new Paul Ricard circuit, taking pole position, winning the race and setting the fastest race lap

Formula One World Championship
Jean-Pierre Jabouille (FRA) Renault RS01 retired from the race on lap 2 with a blown engine. French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 2 July 1978.

Formula One World Championship
A young F1 fan is shown the magnificent pit facilities at Paul Ricard. French Grand Prix, Paul Ricard, 1 July 1973. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
A young F1 fan is shown the magnificent pit facilities at Paul Ricard. French Grand Prix, Paul Ricard, 1 July 1973. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
France, French, Paul Ricard, Le Castallet, Formula One, Formula 1, F1, Grand Prix, GP, action, 80fra35

Formula One World Championship
Wilson Fittipaldi (BRA) Copersucar-Fittipaldi FD3 retired on lap 15 with a blown engine. French Grand Prix, Paul Ricard, 6 July 1975. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Carlos Pace (BRA) Brabham Alfa-Romeo BT45 qualified well in fifth and went on to finish fourth in the race. French Grand Prix, Rd 8, Paul Ricard, 4 July 1976. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Second placed James Hunt (GBR) McLaren M26 in the pits with Teddy Mayer (USA) McLaren Team Owner (Right). French Grand Prix, Rd 9, Paul Ricard, France, 2 July 1978.

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Le Castellet: A Historic Venue for Thrilling Races" Step back in time to the year 1978, where Formula One World Championship witnessed a momentous race at Le Castellet. The iconic Ferrari 312T, driven by the legendary Niki Lauda, took charge right from the start, leading with sheer determination and skill. This photograph captures the essence of that exhilarating moment as Lauda's red beauty zooms past his competitors. The intensity is palpable as he navigates through every twist and turn of this renowned circuit. Le Castellet has been a witness to many such historic races throughout its existence. From Formula One Testing sessions in December 1977 to GP2 Testing and Red Bull F1 Search Driver Evaluation Shootout events, this track has seen it all. Not only does Le Castellet host high-profile racing events but also serves as a backdrop for memorable moments off-track. Jody Scheckter Tyrrell can be seen here with his wife Pam at a themed party held within these hallowed grounds. It showcases how racing brings people together not just on the track but also in celebration. Over the years, numerous teams have utilized Le Castellet for testing their cars before entering competitive races. Formula One teams like Ferrari and Red Bull have put their machines through rigorous trials here, fine-tuning every aspect for optimal performance. It's not just about Formula One though; other championships like GP2 and World Series By Renault have also chosen Le Castellet as their preferred venue for testing purposes. This speaks volumes about the versatility of this circuit and its ability to cater to different racing disciplines. As we gaze upon this captivating image taken during one of those intense GP2 Testing sessions at Le Castellet, we are reminded of its rich history and significance in motorsport culture. It continues to be an emblematic destination that fuels adrenaline-fueled dreams while honoring legends of the past.