Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
4/18/1942
Place of Birth
Mainz, Germany
Jochen Rindt
Biography
Jochen Rindt (April 18, 1942 – September 5, 1970) was an Austrian racing driver and the only driver to be awarded the Formula 1 World Championship posthumously. Born in Mainz, Germany, Rindt moved to Austria at a young age, where he developed his passion for motorsport. Known for his fearless driving style, he quickly rose through the ranks of racing, eventually joining Formula 1 in 1964.
Rindt achieved notable success with Lotus, where he formed a close relationship with team principal Colin Chapman. In 1970, he won five Grands Prix, establishing himself as the favorite to win the championsh...
