Lotus driver Mario Andretti led the field of 14 drivers for all three laps securing the win. John Surtees finished 2nd followed by Jochem Rindt. In his debut outing, Rich’s driver, Sam Tingle finished in 4th place.
Wing failures caused Ferrari driver Chris Amon and Brabham driver Jack Brabham to drop out of the race. Jackie Stewart crashed when his front wing collapsed. Severely injured, Jackie Stewart is not expected to race again. Wings are not allowed in the next race.
Race results:
1st Steve (M. Andretti) 80/40/20/160/5**
2nd Terry (J. Surtees) 60/40/40/160/5
3rd Steve (J. Rindt) 80/40/20/160/5
4th Rich (S. Tingle) 60/40/40/160/5
5th Ray G. (H. Hauhne) 80/40/40/160/5
6th Terry (G. Eaton) 80/60/40/160/4
7th Adam (P. Rodriguez) 60/40/40/160/4
8th Den (J. Beltoise) 40/40/40/160/5
9th Tom (J. Ickx) 40/60/40/160/5
10th Ray G. (G. Mitter) 60/40/40/160/4
11th Rich (J. Love) 80/20/40/140/6
DNF Tom (J. Brabham) 40/60/40/160/5 – Wing Failure
DNF Adam (C. Amon) 80/60/40/160/4 – Wing Failure
CRS Den (J. Stewart) 80/60/40/160/4 – Career Ending Injury
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