François Picard
French racing driver
About François Picard
Lived 1921 – 1996 (aged 75). François Picard was a French formula One driver, racing automobile driver and engineer.
François Picard (26 April 1921 – 29 April 1996 ) was a racing driver from France. He participated in one Formula One Grand Prix, on 19 October 1958. He scored no championship points. This race was his last, as he crashed his Cooper into Olivier Gendebien's Ferrari, which had spun in front of him, and Picard suffered serious injuries. He eventually recovered, but never raced again.
Complete Formula One results (key) Year Entrant Chassis Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 WDC Points 1958 RRC Walker Racing Team Cooper T43 (F2) Climax Straight-4 ARG MON NED 500 BEL FRA GBR GER POR ITA MOR NC 0
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Who was François Picard?
French racing driver (1921-1996)
When was François Picard born?
François Picard was born on 26 April 1921 in Villefranche-sur-Saône.
When did François Picard die?
François Picard died on 29 April 1996 in Nice.
What was François Picard's occupation?
François Picard was a formula One driver, racing automobile driver and engineer.
What nationality was François Picard?
François Picard was French.
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