About Pierre Monneret
Lived 1931 – 2010 (aged 79). Pierre Monneret was a French motorcycle racer and racing automobile driver.
Pierre Monneret (12 January 1931 – 3 March 2010) was a former Grand Prix motorcycle road racer from France. In 1954 he was the last French rider to win the French Grand Prix, in his last ever win, until 2025 when Johann Zarco won the 2025 French GP at the Le Mans Bugatti Circuit. His best year was in 1956 when he finished in fourth place in the 500cc world championship. Monneret won two Grand Prix races during his career.
He was the son of former motorcycle racer George Monneret.
Career statistics FIM Endurance World Championship Year Bike Rider 1991 Yamaha Pierre Monneret Rachel Nicotte 3rd
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Who was Pierre Monneret?
French motorcycle racer
When was Pierre Monneret born?
Pierre Monneret was born on 12 January 1931 in 16th arrondissement of Paris.
When did Pierre Monneret die?
Pierre Monneret died on 27 February 2010 in Dourdan.
What was Pierre Monneret's occupation?
Pierre Monneret was a motorcycle racer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Pierre Monneret?
Pierre Monneret was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pierre Monneret. https://biography.guide/pierre-monneret/
MLA: "Pierre Monneret." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pierre-monneret/.
Chicago: "Pierre Monneret." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/pierre-monneret/.
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