After famously cheating death in an 800-degree fireball in 1976, Niki Lauda passed away peacefully in his sleep in a hospital in Zurich, surrounded by family members in 2019. But who was the man who defied death and the odds to become one of the most legendary racing drivers of all time? Who was racing car driver Niki Lauda? Lauda’s death left the world without a man who gave so much to the sport of motor racing, who revolutionized it and brought joy to the fans. His bravery, his level-headedness, perseverance and ingenuity will be his legacy. Beginnings Andreas Nikolaus Lauda was … [Read more...]
Loving the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix
If you’ve ever watched Formula 1, you know it’s not just about the races - it’s about a city coming alive with excitement. The Canadian Grand Prix (or Grand Prix du Canada in French) is an annual auto race held during the 2nd weekend in June since 1961 - but only since 1967 as part of Formula 1. The host is the City of Montreal, but only since 1978 (having moved from Mosport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario to Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Quebec before finally settling in Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on Notre Dame Island in Montreal). It’s the 7th race of the season and one that has seen Michael … [Read more...]
