Brabham Triumphs While Ferrari Avoids Disaster
Honda and Brabham dominated this years Kyalami race. Ferrari driver Niki Lauda, frustrated by the slow pace of the race, made a bold move to insert himself into the lead position, but failed a pass through attempt and nearly wrecked his car in turn 7. Despite falling back and lacking wear and skill points, Lauda managed to finish the race in 3rd place.
Honda driver Richie Ginther and Brabham owner Jack Brabham stayed ahead of the pack and exchanged the number 1 and 2 positions throughout the race. Brabham secured the lead on the last lap and took the checkered flag. Ginther finished second followed by Lauda and Phil Hill.
Rookie team manager Dan made his debut heading the Winklemann Racing squad! Welcome to the Tabletop Racing Club.
Race results follow:
1st Den (J. Brabham) 60/40/40/160/5*
2nd Ray G. (R. Ginther) 80/40/40/160/5*
3rd Steve (N. Lauda) 60/40/20/160/6
4th Terry (P. Hill) 60/40/40/160/5
5th Den (D. Hulme) 60/40/40/160/5
6th Steve (L. Bandini) 60/40/20/160/6
7th Terry (D. Gurney) 60/40/40/160/5
8th Dan (A. Rees) 80/40/40/160/4
9th Ray G. (R. Bucknum) 40/40/40/160/5
10th Dan (H. Herrmann) 60/40/40/180/4
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