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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2024 Kyalami

South African Grand Prix photo finish.

Nine teams completed in the South African Grand Prix at Kyalami. Ferrari and Surtees started in the first row followed by Elf Tyrrell and BRM. Embassy made its debut in the third row accompanied by McLaren. Shadow and Hesketh shared the fourth row. Brabham was alone in the fifth row.

Pace took and early lead followed closely by Lauda. Hill stalled on the start and fell behind. Fittipaldi launched his McLaren into 3rd place.

The Ferrari and the Surtees raced side-by-side for most of the 1st lap, but Pace in the Surtees held the lead. The rest of the field formed a conga line through the Esses.

Pace complete the lap first and picked up a bonus point. Beltoise catapulted his BRM into 3rd place and pressured Lauda. Hunt nursed his ailing Hesketh and fell back.

Beltoise slipped into 2nd, but Lauda soon recaptured the position. McLaren and Shadow fought for 4th.

While extending his lead, Pace completed the 2nd lap and gained another bonus point. Lauda pushed his Ferrari trying to close the gap between him and Pace. Revson, Scheckter, and Reutermann raced 3-wide down the front straight.

During the 3rd and final lap Fittipaldi spun twice and lost his position. Lauda caught up to Pace and they raced side-by-side through the Esses, the Bend and down the front straight. Although his was out of wear, Lauda charged through the kink at 140mph and crossed the finish line first for a photo finish win.

Beltoise the rest of the pack to take 3rd place. Reuterman, Revson, and Scheckter once again raced three wide down the front straight. Scheckter skid going through the kink. Revson finish fourth beside Reutermann. Race details follow:

1st Den H. (C. Regazzoni) 80/40/20/160/5 S
2nd Tom V. (C. Pace) 80/20/40/140/6 W**
3rd Ray R. (J-P. Beltoise) 60/40/40/160/5 S
4th Tori P. (P. Revson) 40/40/60/160/5 S
5th Dave M. (Reutermann) 40/60/60/140/5 S
6th Mike C. (G. Hill) 60/40/40/160/5 N
7th Chuck H. (J. Scheckter) 60/40/20/160/6 N
8th AJ H. (E. Fittipaldi) 80/40/40/140/5 S
9th Steve K. (J. Hunt) 60/40/40/160/5 S

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2024 Interlagos (by Steve)

Two Lap Marathon – From Last to First.

The Tabletop Racing club returned to Interlagos after a six year absence. Eight Teams filled out the grid including: UOP Shadow, Ferrari, Brabham, BRM, March, McLaren, JP Lotus, and Surtees.

Regazzoni launched his Ferrari off the starting line and into first place. He was challenged by Shadow’s Revson and Brabham’s Reutermann. Pace also got a good start moving from 8th to 6th going into Curva 1. The Surtees displayed superior acceleration.

Regazzoni, Reutermann, and Revson battled for the lead positions. Pace blasted down the straightway and captured the 4th position and by Curva 4 he was in 3rd! All the drivers were pushing their cars to the limit.

In order to avoid a collision, Fittapaldi spun his McLaren before the Ferradura. The field split in two with Beltoise leading the second group.

Pace got around Reutermann and Regazonni and was first across the line gaining the first lap bonus point. The Ferrari and the Brabham were taking a beating and showed signs of wear.

Pace quickly extended his lead. Regazonni couldn’t catch Pace, be he also stayed ahead of the pack. Revson and Reutermann slip back while Brambillo moved his March up.

Pace developed an insurmountable lead and won the race – going from last to first!

Congratulations Tom V.

Next race will be at Kaylami on 9 March 2024. Race details follow:

1st Tom V. (C. Pace) 40/60/40/180/4 S*
2nd Den H. (C. Regazzoni) 80/40/20/160/5 S
3rd Tori P. (P. Revson) 60/40/40/160/5 W
4th Dave K. (V. Brambilla) 40/60/40/160/5 S
5th Dave M. (Reutermann) 60/40/40/160/5 S
6th AJ H. (E. Fittipaldi) 60/40/20/160/6 S
7th Ray R. (J-P. Beltoise) 60/40/40/140/6 S
8th John H. (R. Peterson) 60/40/20/160/6 S

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2024 Buenos Aires (by Steve)

Surprises and Late Race Drama In Argentina

Two rookie along with six veteran team managers fielded drivers for this years race on the spectacular Buenos Aires circuit. Chuck took the helm of Elf Tyrell while Tori, the second rookie, became Shadow’s leader. AJ accepted an offer to take over McLaren and Den filled the vacancy at Ferrari.

Team Surtees driver Pace held the pole position and shared the front row with Ferrari driver Lauda. BRM’s Beltoise and Elf Tyrrell’s Scheckter occupied the second row. Hesketh’s Hunt appeared a bit impatient sitting in the 3rd row and Shadow’s Oliver was ready to race. The last row was shared by McLaren’s Fittipaldi and Lotus’ Peterson.

Pace and Lauda set a blistering pace during the first lap. Pace could not escape Lauda. Fittipaldi and Hunt also got a good start weaving their way through the pack. Fittipaldi was exceptionally quick moving from last to 3rd place by the end of the front straight.

Lauda slipped by Pace, got through the Curva de Parge Horquilla ahead of the pack, and passed the start finish line to collect the 1st bonus point gaining a formidable lead. Peterson and Hunt battled each other as they struggled to catch the leaders. Meanwhile Fittipaldi was stuck between Oliver and Scheckter, the two rookie managed team cars.

The 1st laps dynamic was repeated in the second. Lauda extended his lead while Pace chased him. Hunt followed closely behind Peterson. Fittipaldi got ahead of Schecter and Oliver, but could shake them.

During the last half of the 2nd, Pace closed the gap between him and Lauda, but Lauda was once again first to enter the front straight. Hunt and Peterson were neck and neck. Schecter moved by Fittipaldi. BRM driver Beltoise waited to make his move.

At the beginning of the 3rd lap, most of the cars showed signs of extensive wear. Luada was first across the start/finish line to gain the 2nd bonus point, but was not able to extend his lead as the pack reeled him in. Schecter catapulted by Hunt down the front straight and Hunt scrambled to regain the position.

A series of events made the race very interesting. Lauda skidded through the Entrada and Pace captured the lead. Peterson pulled up beside Lauda. Lauda charged into the Cajon and spun-out blocking the racing line. Schecter spun-out to avoid hitting Peterson and Fittipaldi spun-out in the Entrada. Exiting the Cajon, Pace was in the lead followed by Peterson. Hunt was in a drag race with Lauda. Beltoise passed Fittipaldi and pressured Oliver. The race had changed in the blink of an eye.

The leaders raced toward the Curva de Parga Horquilla, the last series of corners, with hardly and wear points. Pace made it through the last corner perfectly and was set to accellerate down the front staight the next turn with Peterson stuck behind him in the corner. Then Lauda made a daring move, he out braked Hunt and took the inside line to position his Ferrari next to Pace.

Lauda and Pace launch out of the last corner. The Ferrari’s engine began to sputter and lose power.

Meanwhile in the back of the pack, Fittipaldi attempted to out brake Beltoise but his brakes failed and his McLaren slid of the track just inches away from the retaining wall.

Lauda and Pace were side by side before the finish line and Lauda’s Ferrari trailed thick smoke. Pace crossed the finish line first to take the win. Lauda finished 2nd followed by Hunt and Peterson.

Race details follow:

1st Tom V. (C. Pace) 80/20/20/160/6 W
2nd Den H. (N. Lauda) 80/40/20/160/5 S**
3rd Steve K. (J. Hunt) 60/40/40/160/5 S
4th John H. (R. Peterson) 60/40/20/160/6 S
5th Chuck H. (J. Scheckter) 60/40/20/160/6 S
6th Tori P. (P. Revson) 40/40/60/160/5 S
7th Ray R. (J-P. Beltoise) 60/40/20/160/6 S
DNF AJ H. (E. Fittipaldi) 60/40/40/160/5 S

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Race Report: Gaslands 08 November 2023

This year’s Gaslands event was held on the small oval again, but this time two teams of four drivers each competed against each other. The teams started at opposites ends of the track and raced in opposite directions. The carnage began at the first race gate.

 

The carnage begins!

Dave M., in the buggy, lead the red team in a tight formation as they raced toward the first gate. Ray R. steadied his magnum in the “Otto”.  And Jerry was locking on with his missiles. Travis brought the Punisher up to ramming speed.

The blue team appeared a bit disjointed. Dave K. powered the Yellow Ford pickup through the gate, Terry was forced to veer around the outside of the gate. Steve fearlessly piloted the Blue Beetle down the center of the track. Dan missed a shift and fell behind his team.

 

Dan face Red team on his own while Jerry waits for recovery.

Both teams suffered during the first exchange, but red took the most damage. Jerry was hit by Dave K’s rockets and mortar. His truck wrecked and exploded in a spectacular fashion throwing shrapnel at other drivers. Then his truck served as an obstacle that his teammate Travis almost hit. When Dan passed the red team, he was alone!

Steve drove the Blue Beetle at breakneck speeds and was first through the third gate. After passing through the gate he also wrecked. Since it was at the end of the turn his car was quickly recovered. But Steve and Jerry were not the only ones to wreck. Every driver suffered at least one wreck except Terry!

Terry heads toward the 3rd gate guns blazing.

Despite wrecking Steve continued to lead and was about to complete his final gate when Jerry smashed into him head-on. Steve’s buggy immediately wrecked and somersaulted across the gate to end the race.

 

The race ended in carnage!

With a little help from Jerry, Steve was first to complete 4 gates. I forgot to add up the points so I’m sure which team won, but the race was a blast for all.

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2023 Watkins Glen (by Steve)

Record Number of Spin-outs Lead to a Photo Finish at the Glen

The final race of the 13th Speed Circuit season took place at the US Grand Prix held at the Watkins Glen circuit. After the tragic loss of his teammate Cevert, this season’s champion, Jackie Stewart, opted not to race. Den managed team Brabham in Terry’s absence with mixed results. Rookie manager Tom V. took charge of STP March for their first race of the season.

A total of 8 drivers filled out the grid with Fittipaldi in the JPS Lotus on pole position. Galli and Beltoise also occupied the front row. Brabham, Hesketh, and Shadow teams held the second row while STP March and Martini Techno started in the last row.

Fittapaldi and Galli launch from the starting line and dueled for the lead. Beltoise in the white and red #13 BRM tried to hold off Reutemann, Purly, and Oliver who chased him 3-wide through the Club House Esses.

The black #1 Lotus took the lead with the Williams, Hesketh, Shadow, and BRM machines in hot pursuit. Beltoise slipped back to 6th place. Fittipaldi crossed the start/finish line just ahead of Purley to pickup a bonus point.

Fittapaldi and Purly raced side-by-side for most of the second lap. Beltoise continued to fall back while Jarrier began to move up. The four lead cars were side-by-side and nose to tail blasting out of the Chute!

Purly pulled ahead of Fittapaldi going down the Back Straight. Then, while entering the Speed Trap, Fittapaldi made the first of many spin-outs. Purly gained an impressive lead through the Fast Bend, but then inexplicable spun-out in the 90 Hard Right. Fittapaldi had fallen all the way back to 6th and his tires were wearing thin.

Purly righted his car and was first across the line to start the 3rd and final lap, but instead of having a comfortable lead he was facing a tough fight. Then the JPS Lotus spun-out in the 90 Hard Right. Amon got around Reutemann and was in 3rd place. Galli maneuvered to the inside and captured the lead from Purly.

Next, Fittapaldi spun-out in the Esses. Reutemann tucked in behind Amon, stressed his engine, and bolted into second place going down the Front Straight. He then attempted to take the inside lane going through the outer loop, a bold move that would have placed him in the lead, but he spun-out instead ruining his chances for a podium finish.

Purly’s race car was spent and he could not hold off Amon. Galli and Amon battle for the lead. The Techno was tuned with a higher top-speed, but the Williams stayed just ahead. Reutemann had lost momentum and slipped back to 6th and barely managed to fend off Beltoise.

The race ended in a photo finish between Galli and Amon with Galli taking the win for Williams. Purly took 3rd followed by Oliver. Race details follow:

1st Travis (N. Galli) 60/40/20/160/6 S
2nd Dave M. (C. Amon) 40/40/40/180/5 S
3rd Steve (D. Purly) 60/40/20/180/6 S
4th AJ (J. Oliver) 60/40/40/160/5 S
5th Tom V. (J.P. Jarrier) 40/60/20/160 S
6th Terry C {Den} (C. Reutemann) 60/40/40/160/5 S
7th Ray R. (J. Beltoise) 60/40/40/160/5 S
8th John H. (E. Fittipaldi) 60/60/20/160/5 S

Thanks for everyone who participated in our 13th season of Speed Circuit. The 14th season is scheduled to begin in January 2024 simulating the 1974 F1 championships.

Sadly, we bid a fond farewell to Terry and will truly miss his presence at the racing table.

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2023 Monza (by Steve)

Unexpected Team Wins Their First Victory of the Season

Due to health issues, Terry was not able to participate in the race. Steve graciously volunteer to manage Terry’s team and keep Brabham in the running.

Nine players attended the race fielding nine drivers and teams. Ray R. got his Marlboro BRM driver, J. Beltoise, in the pole position and shared the front row with Team Surtees driver C. Pace. Shadow and Tyrrell occupied the second row followed by the Martini and Lotus cars. The fourth row was allotted to Williams’ driver N. Galli and Gunthrie’s M. Beuttler (making his first appearance of the season). Brabham’s C. Reutemann was the lone occupant of the last row.

The cars bearing colorful liveries charged off the starting grid. Beltoise maintained the lead until Stewart took a daring racing line through the Curva Grande and passed him. The Tyrrell driver seemed to be driving with an intense sense of urgency.

During the first lap, Stewart set a breakneck pace. Oliver caught Beltoise and passed him in the Parabolica. By the time the pack reached the front staight, Reutemann, Galli, and Beuttler (all who had started in the back) had maneuvered into  4th, 5th, and 6th place.

Stewart captured a point for completing the first lap ahead of the others. Oliver stayed with the leader in his aptly named Shadow. The Williams, Brabham, and BRM cars were three wide down the front straight, but the Guthrie car slipped by them before they got to the Lesmos.

The Shadow, Guthrie, Williams, and Bragham cars proved to have superior top-speed in the straights and the Tyrrell could not hold them off indefinitely. During the 2nd lap the top 5 cars bunched up at the Parabolica with Stewart desperately hanging onto the lead.

Galli won the battle through the Parabolica and down the front straight securing a bonus point and starting the last lap in the lead. Reutemann got the jump on Galli going into Curva Grande and grabbed the lead and held it all the way to the Lesmos. All the cars were taking a beating and running out of wear.

Beuttler made a run on Reutemann and passed him right before the Parabolica. In the Parabolica, Stewart shot between Williams and Reutemann and into second position.

Fittapaldi spun his Lotus in the Parabolica as the bright yellow Gunthrie streaked down the front straight to win the race! Exiting the Parabolica, Stewart lost the drag race with Galli who finished second in photo finish with Beuttler.

Race details follow:

1st Riley G. (M. Beuttler) 60/40/20/180 S
2nd Travis (N. Galli) 40/40/40/180/5 W*
3rd Den (J. Stewart) 80/40/20/160/5 W*
4th Terry C {Steve K} (C. Reutemann) 60/40/20/180/6 S
5th AJ (J. Oliver) 60/40/20/180/5 S
6th Dave M. (C. Amon) 60/40/40/160/5 S
7th Ray R. (J. Beltoise) 80/40/20/160/5 S
8th Dave K. (C. Pace) 60/40/40/160/5 S
9th John H. (E. Fittipaldi) 40/60/40/160/5 S

Note: during the race we got a chance to briefly face-time with Terry. Hopefully seeing part of the race raised his spirits and we wish him a speedy recovery.

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2023 Nurburgring (by Steve)

A battle to the end at the Ring!

Seven teams fielded a total of 7 drivers at this years German Grand Prix held on Steve’s magnificent rendition of the Nurburgring. On this gigantic course one lap equals three laps of an average size track.

Brabaham’s Reutemann had a great practice session and earned the pole position. While managing his second race, Surtees team lead Dave K. placed Pace in the first row. Stewart shared the second row with Oliver. BRM’s top driver Beltoise held the inside of the third row and Hesketh’s replacement driver, Purly, sat on the outside. For the first time this season, Williams’ ace, Galli occupied the last row.

The cars bolted off the starting line. Reutemann maintained an early lead. Stewart manuevered his blue #3 Elf Tyrell around Black #21 Shadow and the blue #9 Surtees to move into the second position. Galli clawed his way out of the last position.

Stewart got on the inside of Reutemann and then slipped by him while going through the Kottenborn. Stewart was first by the Aremberg bonus point marker. Then Oliver passed Reutemann. The Elf was chased by the Shadow. Galli made progress while Purly seemed to be losing ground. Beltoise stayed steady.

The competition was fierce. Reutemann surged to regain the lead, but once again lost the racing line and fell back into third. Pace faded back to 5th while Galli threatened the leaders. The drivers flew their machines through the Kesselchen.

Stewart maintained the lead, but could not shake the Shadow. Galli and Reutemann struggled side-by-side each trying to get the upper-hand on the other. Purly held the 5th position. Pace moved past Beltoise, but Beltoise remained calm.

Oliver challenged Stewart for the lead, but Stewart checked his moves. Purly moved into the frey for third place and found himself three-wide with Reutemann and Galli.

Purly got through the Kienes Karussell ahead of Galli and Reuteman and set his sites on the leaders. As he exited the Galgenkopt, Stewart could hear the engine of the Hesketh revving to the max behind him. Stewart red-lined his Elf, but he knew the it wouldn’t be enough because the Hesketh was stronger on the straights. Purly hammered the throttle going down Dottinger Hohe, but then he felt the clutch slip and he cursed as the Hesketh lost power–he couldn’t catch Stewart! Galli used the superior speed and durability of the Williams to close the gap between him and leaders. The BRM also had a powerful engine and Beltoise waited for the right time to use it.

Stewart got through the Chicane. Galli attempted to pass through Oliver, but Oliver blocked and they both spun-out! Then Beltoise made his move passing through the recovering Williams and gunning his BRM down the front straight. Stewart secured the checkered flag. Purly took second in a photo finish with Beltoise (Team BRM’s first podium of the season).

Race results follow:

1st Den (J. Stewart) 80/40/20/140/6 S**
2nd Steve (D. Purly) 40/40/40/160/6 S
3rd Ray R. (J. Beltoise) 60/40/20/160/6 S
4th AJ (J. Oliver) 60/40/40/140/6 S
5th Terry (C. Reutemann) 60/40/40/140/6 S
6th Dave K. (C. Pace) 60/40/40/140/6 S
7th Travis (N. Galli) 40/40/40/160/6 S

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2023 Silverstone (by Steve)

British Fledgling Crashes at Silverstone

Six teams attended the British Grand Prix at Silverstone this year. Amon sat on pole in his red number 17 Martini Techno. Galli joined him in the second row in a dark green and red Williams, the only car in the field setup with weak down-force. The season points leader, Stewart, shared the second row with Beltoise. The rising British star Hunt started on the third row with the ever tenacious Reutemann. The engines roared and they were away in a flash.

Stewart drove like a man possessed and pushed his blue number 3 Elf to an early lead. Williams slipped into second. Reutemann got around Hunt while flying through Beckett’s Corner.

The contest’s theme was set early. Stewart and Galli pulled away from the pack and appeared to be in a private race. Stewart was first to complete the lap 1. Reutemann fought his way past Amon. Hunt slipped by Beltoise and battled with Amon.

During the lap 2 Stewart and Galli extended their lead and once again Stewart was first across the finish line for the bonus point. Hunt got around Amon and trailed closely behind Reutemann who showed him no quarter.

During lap 3 the unthinkable happened. Hunt exited Beckett’s corner at high speed, out-braked Reutemann going into Chapel Curve, and then lost control resulting in a terrifying crash. Later in Hospital, Hunt claimed he felt something just, “let go”. Doctors cut the interview short, but team manager Steve agreed that the most likely cause of the incident as a broken suspension. Hunt’s injuries are severe and he may be out for the rest of the season.

While exiting Maggot’s Curve, Stewart made a dreadful error and gave away the inside position to Galli. Galli immediately capitalized on Stewart’s mistake and captured the lead going down the Hanger Straight.

Stewart tried to recapture the position he had held for most of the race, but the Elf was spent and Galli held the inside advantage. Galli won in an exciting photo finish with Stewart beside him. Reutemann fended off Amon and finished second.

Race details follow:

1st Travis (N. Galli) 60/20/40/160/6 W
2nd Den (J. Stewart) 80/40/20/160/5 S**
3rd Terry (C. Reutemann) 60/40/40/160/5 S
4th Dave M. (C. Amon) 80/40/40/140/5 S
5th Ray R. (J. Beltoise) 60/60/40/140/5 S
CR4 Steve (J. Hunt) 60/60/40/180/4 S

Note: Special thanks to Terry for hosting the race at his house.

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2023 Rheims

A Frenchman Seizes the French Grand Prix.

Stewart who was suffering from a stomach virus was not able to attend the race and his teammateCevert had to fill the top spot at Elf Tyrrell. Rookie manager Dave K. took charge of Team Surtees.

Fittipaldi put his #1 black Lotus on pole.   Cevert shared the front row with Fittapaldi. Shadow and Brabham occupied the second row. Pace made his season debut in the Surtees and shared the 3rd row with a very eager James Hunt.

 

Fittipaldi held on to the lead at the start of the race. Cevert pressured Fittapaldi. Hunt gained two positions early on. 

Cevert made a bold move to pass Fittapaldi in the corner before the front straight and crossed the finish line ahead of him to end the first lap.

During the second lap, Cevert tried to pull further ahead, but Fittapaldi stayed close behind. Reutmann also kept Hunt at bay.

Cevert started the third and final lap in the lead. Oliver built momentum, but then spun his Shadow in the Courve du Calvaire dashing his hopes for the race. Pace took advantage of Oliver’s misfortune and passed him. Then Fittapaldi spun in the Virage de la Hovette falling out of the second position.

Cevert held the lead until the end claiming his first victory of the season. Hunt defeated Reutmann’s defense and took second place. Reutmann shared the podium in the third spot. Oliver and Pace had a drag race down the front straight with Pace coming out on top.

Race details follow:

1st Den (F. Cevert) 80/40/20/160/5 W**
2nd Steve (J. Hunt) 60/60/40/180/4 S
3rd Terry (C. Reutemann) 80/40/40/160/4 S
4th John H. (E. Fittipaldi) 80/40/40/160/4 S
5th Dave K. (C. Pace) 40/60/40/160/5 W
6th AJ (J. Oliver) 60/40/40/180/4 S

Note: this was the first recorded win for a weak down-force setup car.

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Race Report: Speed Circuit 2023 Steve’s Monaco

Martini and Elf Battle at Monaco GP

Steve’s Monaco Layout.

Five teams competed in the Monaco Grand Prix this season fielding nine drivers. Martini’s lone driver, Amon, sat on the pole position and shared the front row with Elf’s Stewart.  Brabham’s Reutmann and Elf’s Cevert secured the second row followed by William’s Galli and Brabham’s W. Fittapaldi. Team Hesketh filled the fourth row with Hunt and Purley.

The Race Begins At the 2023 Monaco GP!

Amon and Stewart set the pace and seemed to be pulling away from the pack. But the other drivers caught up to them at the Station Hairpin.

The Leaders Breakaway During the First Lap at Monaco.

Exiting the Station Hairpin, Cevert passed Stewart and gained an inside advantage on Amon. Then Cevert, Stewart, and Amon exited the corners ahead of the rest and extended their lead through the tunnel. Cevert attempted to slingshot Stewart into the lead going into the Gazometre, but the attempt failed and Amon gained the lead. Meanwhile, Williams, Hesketh, and Brabham battled for fourth.

The Battle for Lap 2 at Monaco.

Amon finished the first lap with Stewart and Cevert on his heals. Cevert began to slow and Williams caught him at the Virage Du Portier. Stewart extended his lead heading into the tunnel for the second time. The Brabhams and Heskeths were in a fierce struggle.

Fierce competition at Monaco.

Amon caught up to Stewart and they raced neck-and-neck going into the Gazametre, but this time Stewart exited first and gained the bonus point for lap 2. Hunt broke away from the Brabhams and started to reel in Galli.

Stewart stayed off Amon and they built a large lead midway through the 3rd and final lap. Hunt passed Williams and tried to close the gap with the leaders going into to the Station Hairpin.

The 3rd and Final Lap at Monaco.

Stewart’s car faltered and he began to slow. Amon got by Stewart. Hunt smelled blood in the water, but could not catch the leaders. Amon crossed the finish line two spaces ahead of Stewart. Hunt finished 3rd followed by Cevert. Congratulations to Dave for the Win!

Race details follow:

1st Dave M. (C. Amon) 80/40/40/140/5 S*
2nd Den (J. Stewart) 80/40/40/160/4 S*
3rd Steve (J. Hunt) 60/60/40/140/5 S
4th Den (F. Cevert) 80/40/40/140/4 S
5th Travis (N. Galli) 60/60/40/140/5 S
6th Terry (C. Reutemann) 60/40/40/140/6 S
7th Terry (W. Fittipaldi) 60/40/40/140/5 S
8th Steve (D. Purley) 60/40/40/140/5 S
9th Travis (Howden) 40/40/40/160/5 W