Walt Faulkner vs Sam Hanks F1 Stats
Walt Faulkner and Sam Hanks have started 5 Formula 1 races together, 3 of those as team mates at Kurtis Kraft and the rest in rival cars. Walt Faulkner has finished ahead in that head-to-head 3 times to 2.
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They started 5 races together, between 1950 and 1955. 3 of those as team mates at Kurtis Kraft.
| Walt Faulkner | Driver Profile | Sam Hanks |
|---|---|---|
 United States | Country | United States |
| Tell, Texas | Place of Birth | Columbus, Ohio |
| Feb 16th 1918 | Date of Birth | Jul 13th 1914 |
| Apr 22nd 1956: 38 years old | Date of Death | Jun 27th 1994: 79 years old |
| 5 | Season Entries | 8 |
| 77 | Car Number | 9 |
| Walt Faulkner | Full Career Statistics | Sam Hanks |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Drivers' Titles | 0 |
| 5 | Grand Prix EntriesGP Entries | 8 |
| 5 | Grand Prix StartsGP Starts | 8 |
| 1.00 | Total Points | 20.00 |
| 0.20 | Avg. Points per Grand PrixAvg. Points per GP | 2.50 |
| 0 | Grand Prix WinsGP Wins | 1 (12,5%) |
| 1 (20,0%) | Pole Positions | 0 |
| 1 (20,0%) | Front Row Starts | |
| 8.2 | Avg. Grand Prix GridAvg. GP Grid | 13.3 |
| 0 | Grand Prix PodiumsGP Podiums | 4 (50,0%) |
| 0 | Grand Prix Fastest LapsGP Fastest Laps | 0 |
| 1 (20,0%) | Grand Prix Points FinishGP Points Finish | 4 (50,0%) |
| 11.2 | Avg. Grand Prix PositionAvg. GP Position | 11.2 |
| 1 (20,0%) | Grand Prix DNFsGP DNFs | 4 (50,0%) |
| 833 | Total Grand Prix LapsTotal GP Laps | 1.502 |
| Walt Faulkner | Key Career Landmarks | Sam Hanks |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 Indianapolis 500 32 years, 103 days32y, 103d | First Race | 1950 Indianapolis 500 35 years, 321 days35y, 321d |
| 1955 Indianapolis 500 37 years, 103 days37y, 103d | Last Race | 1957 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 321 days42y, 321d |
| Best Qualifying | 5th - 1952 Indianapolis 500 | |
| First Win | 1957 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 321 days42y, 321d | |
| Last Win | 1957 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 321 days42y, 321d | |
| First Podium | 1952 Indianapolis 500 37 years, 322 days37y, 322d | |
| Last Podium | 1957 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 321 days42y, 321d | |
| 1950 Indianapolis 500 32 years, 103 days32y, 103d | First Pole | |
| 1950 Indianapolis 500 32 years, 103 days32y, 103d | Last Pole | |
| 5th - 1955 Indianapolis 500 | Best Result | |
| 1955 Indianapolis 500 37 years, 103 days37y, 103d | First Points Finish | 1952 Indianapolis 500 37 years, 322 days37y, 322d |
| 1955 Indianapolis 500 37 years, 103 days37y, 103d | Last Points Finish | 1957 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 321 days42y, 321d |
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Walt Faulkner vs Sam Hanks — Frequently Asked Questions
Who has won more races, Walt Faulkner or Sam Hanks?
Sam Hanks has more, with 1 win to the 0 of Walt Faulkner.
Who has more pole positions, Walt Faulkner or Sam Hanks?
Walt Faulkner has more, with 1 pole position to the 0 of Sam Hanks.
Who has more podium finishes, Walt Faulkner or Sam Hanks?
Sam Hanks has more, with 4 podiums to the 0 of Walt Faulkner.
Who has the better win percentage, Walt Faulkner or Sam Hanks?
Walt Faulkner has won 0.0% of all starts (0 from 5), Sam Hanks 12.5% (1 from 8).
Who wins the head-to-head between Walt Faulkner and Sam Hanks?
Walt Faulkner leads 3 to 2 in the 5 races they both started.
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