“TWO LAPS OF HONOR” 1961 MONACO & GERMAN GRAND PRIX FORMULA 1 CHAMPIONSHIPS STIRLING MOSS XD46094

Want to support this channel and help us preserve old films? Visit Visit our website This British Petroleum-sponsored color film documents the 1961 Monaco Grand Prix on the Circuit de Monaco, the first World Championship motor race held under 1.5 litre engine regulations, in which British Lotus-Climax driver Stirling Moss claimed a victory (his third) over the U.S. Ferrari drivers Richie Ginther and Phil Hill. Next, the 1961 German Grand Prix at Nürburgring, in which Moss emerged victorious over challenger Wolfgang von Trips winning the 21st European Grand Prix (TRT: 14:31). The film pays particular attention to Stirling Moss; unfortunately his career was ended by a bad accident during the 1962 race at Goodwood. He finished third behind 1961 champion Phil Hill and runner up Wolfgang von Trips. Opening titles: Script and Commentary by Nevil Lloyd; a Stanley Schofield Production (0:08). Monte Carlo’ coastal harbor in the ward of Monaco, the Maritime