Patrick Depailler F1 Profile & Career Stats
Patrick Depailler †
F1 career: 1972 - 1980
Driver Profile
| Country |  France |
| Height | 1.74 meter / 5 feet 9 inch1.74 m / 5'9" |
| Place of Birth | Clermont-Ferrand |
| Date of Birth | Aug 9th 1944 |
| Date of Death | Aug 1st 1980: 35 years old |
| Season Entries | 8 (1972, 1974–1980) |
| Car Number | 22 |
| Last F1 car | Alfa Romeo 179 (1980) |
Full Career Statistics
| Drivers' Titles | 0 |
| Grand Prix Entries | 95 |
| Grand Prix Starts | 95 |
| Total Points | 141.00 |
| Avg. Points per GP | 1.48 |
| Grand Prix Wins | 2 (2,1%) |
| Pole Positions | 1 (1,1%) |
| Front Row Starts | 7 (7,4%) |
| Avg. GP Grid | 9.3 |
| GP Podiums | 19 (20,0%) |
| GP Fastest Laps | 4 (4,2%) |
| GP Points Finish | 36 (37,9%) |
| Avg. GP Position | 5.5 |
| GP DNFs | 43 (45,3%) |
| Total GP Laps | 4.635 |
| Laps Led | 164 |
F1 Career Team History
Key Career Landmarks
1972 French F1 Grand Prix1972 FRA F1 GP 27 years, 328 days27y, 328d
1980 British F1 Grand Prix1980 GBR F1 GP 35 years, 339 days35y, 339d
1978 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1978 MON F1 GP 33 years, 271 days33y, 271d
1979 Spanish F1 Grand Prix1979 ESP F1 GP 34 years, 263 days34y, 263d
1974 Swedish F1 Grand Prix1974 SWE F1 GP 29 years, 304 days29y, 304d1979 Spanish F1 Grand Prix1979 ESP F1 GP 34 years, 263 days34y, 263d1974 Swedish F1 Grand Prix1974 SWE F1 GP 29 years, 304 days29y, 304d1979 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1979 MON F1 GP 34 years, 291 days34y, 291d
1974 Argentine F1 Grand Prix1974 ARG F1 GP 29 years, 157 days29y, 157d1979 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1979 MON F1 GP 34 years, 291 days34y, 291dF1 Career Finishing Positions
Performance Breakdown
Patrick Depailler Biography
Tyrrell P34 driven by Patrick Depailler(FRA) Tyrrell , 4th place US GP West, Long Beach, 3 April 1977
Patrick Depailler was a French Formula One driver who competed in the sport from 1972 until his untimely death in 1980. Known for his flamboyant style and fearless driving, Depailler was a true icon of the sport during his time on the track.
Born in Clermont-Ferrand, France in 1944, Depailler began his racing career in 1968, competing in Formula 3 events. He quickly gained a reputation for his speed and skill on the track, and was soon signed to drive for the prestigious Matra team.
Depailler's big break came in 1972, when he made his debut in Formula One, driving for the Tyrrell team. Although he struggled at first, he soon began to make his mark on the sport, winning his first Grand Prix at Monaco in 1978.
Over the course of his career, Depailler drove for a number of teams, including Ligier, Alfa Romeo, and Renault. He was known for his speed and aggression on the track, and was a favorite of fans and fellow drivers alike.
Despite his success, however, Depailler's career was cut tragically short when he was killed in a testing accident at Hockenheim in 1980. His death was a shock to the world of motorsport, and he is still remembered today as one of the sport's greatest drivers.
Throughout his career, Patrick Depailler left an indelible mark on the world of Formula One. His skill, his courage, and his dedication to the sport continue to inspire fans and drivers alike, and his legacy lives on to this day.
Patrick Depailler F1 cars8 cars · 1972–1980All F1 cars →
Patrick Depailler Championship Results
Patrick Depailler F1 Seasons Summary
| Year | Team | Engine | GP | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Pod | Pole | Laps | FL | Lead | Avg Pts | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 |
 Alfa Romeo |
 Alfa Romeo | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 312 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1979 |
Ligier |
 Ford | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 373 | 1 | 110 | 3.14 | 22 |
| 1978 |
Tyrrell |
Ford | 16 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 723 | 0 | 52 | 2.13 | 34 |
| 1977 |
Tyrrell |
Ford | 17 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 788 | 0 | 0 | 1.18 | 20 |
| 1976 |
Tyrrell |
Ford | 16 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 812 | 1 | 2 | 2.44 | 39 |
| 1975 |
Tyrrell |
Ford | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 661 | 1 | 0 | 0.86 | 12 |
| 1974 |
Tyrrell |
Ford | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 875 | 1 | 0 | 0.93 | 14 |
| 1972 |
Tyrrell |
Ford | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 91 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
