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Thierry Boutsen F1 Profile & Career Stats
Former Formula 1 Driver
Thierry Boutsen
F1 career: 1983 - 1993
Full Career Statistics
| Drivers' Titles | 0 |
| Grand Prix Entries | 164 |
| Grand Prix Starts | 163 |
| Total Points | 132.00 |
| Avg. Points per GP | 0.80 |
| Grand Prix Wins | 3 (1,8%) |
| Wins from pole | 1 (0,6%) |
| Pole Positions | 1 (0,6%) |
| Front Row Starts | 1 (0,6%) |
| Avg. GP Grid | 12.4 |
| GP Podiums | 15 (9,1%) |
| GP Fastest Laps | 1 (0,6%) |
| GP Points Finish | 41 (25,0%) |
| Avg. GP Position | 7.4 |
| GP DNFs | 69 (42,1%) |
| Total GP Laps | 8.044 |
F1 Career Team History
Key Career Landmarks
Race
1983 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1983 BEL F1 GP 25 years, 313 days25y, 313d1993 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1993 BEL F1 GP 36 years, 47 days36y, 47d
1983 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1983 BEL F1 GP 25 years, 313 days25y, 313d1993 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1993 BEL F1 GP 36 years, 47 days36y, 47dWin
1989 Canadian F1 Grand Prix1989 CAN F1 GP 31 years, 340 days31y, 340d
1990 Hungarian F1 Grand Prix1990 HUN F1 GP 33 years, 30 days33y, 30d
1989 Canadian F1 Grand Prix1989 CAN F1 GP 31 years, 340 days31y, 340d1990 Hungarian F1 Grand Prix1990 HUN F1 GP 33 years, 30 days33y, 30dPodium
1985 San Marino F1 Grand Prix1985 SMR F1 GP 27 years, 296 days27y, 296d1990 Hungarian F1 Grand Prix1990 HUN F1 GP 33 years, 30 days33y, 30d
1985 San Marino F1 Grand Prix1985 SMR F1 GP 27 years, 296 days27y, 296d1990 Hungarian F1 Grand Prix1990 HUN F1 GP 33 years, 30 days33y, 30dPoints finish
1984 Brazilian F1 Grand Prix1984 BRA F1 GP 26 years, 256 days26y, 256d
1992 Australian F1 Grand Prix1992 AUS F1 GP 35 years, 118 days35y, 118d
1984 Brazilian F1 Grand Prix1984 BRA F1 GP 26 years, 256 days26y, 256d1992 Australian F1 Grand Prix1992 AUS F1 GP 35 years, 118 days35y, 118dF1 Career Finishing Positions
1st
3
2nd
2
3rd
10
4th
8
5th
11
6th
7
7th
12
8th
6
9th
10
10th
9
11th
6
12th
4
13th
2
14th
1
15th
1
16th
1
DNF
67
DSQ
1
NC
2
DNQ
1
DNF Did Not FinishDSQ DisqualifiedNC Not ClassifiedDNQ Did Not Qualify
Performance Breakdown
Bio
Thierry Boutsen Biography
Thierry Boutsen Williams FW13 finished third. Japanese Grand Prix, Suzuka, Japan. 22 Oct 1989
Thierry Boutsen, a Belgian F1 driver, was born on July 13th, 1957, in Brussels. He began racing go-karts at a young age and quickly moved up the ranks, eventually finding himself on the Formula 1 circuit in 1983.
Boutsen began his career with the Arrows team, where he spent three seasons before moving to Benetton in 1987. He quickly found success, earning his first podium finish in just his second race with the team.
In 1989, Boutsen made a move to the Williams team, where he found the most success of his career. He won three races in the 1989 season, including a thrilling victory at the Canadian Grand Prix, where he overtook Ayrton Senna on the last lap to take the win.
Boutsen continued to be a consistent contender throughout the early 90s, earning podium finishes and even a few wins with the Williams and Ligier teams. He retired from F1 racing in 1993 with 163 career starts and three wins under his belt.
Outside of racing, Boutsen has remained involved in the automotive industry, starting his own car dealership in Belgium and establishing a successful motorsports consulting firm.
Throughout his career, Thierry Boutsen proved himself to be a skilled and dedicated racer, earning the respect of his peers and the admiration of F1 fans worldwide.
Seasons
Thierry Boutsen Championship Results
26th
1993
14th
1992
26th
1991
6th
1990
5th
1989
4th
1988
8th
1987
20th
1986
11th
1985
15th
1984
21st
1983
Thierry Boutsen F1 Seasons Summary
| Year | Team | Engine | GP | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Pod | Pole | Laps | FL | Avg Pts | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 |
 Jordan |
 Hart | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 433 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1992 |
 Ligier |
Renault | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 713 | 0 | 0.13 | 2 |
| 1991 |
Ligier |
 Lamborghini | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 716 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1990 |
Williams |
Renault | 16 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 793 | 1 | 2.13 | 34 |
| 1989 |
Williams |
Renault | 16 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 805 | 0 | 2.31 | 37 |
| 1988 |
Benetton |
 Ford | 16 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 942 | 0 | 1.69 | 27 |
| 1987 |
Benetton |
Ford | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 755 | 0 | 1.00 | 16 |
| 1986 |
Arrows |
 BMW | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 766 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1985 |
Arrows |
BMW | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 903 | 0 | 0.69 | 11 |
| 1984 |
Arrows Arrows |
BMW Ford | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 674 | 0 | 0.33 | 5 |
| 1983 |
Arrows |
Ford | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 544 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Cars
Races
Wins
Podiums
Poles
Teammates
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Thierry Boutsen — Frequently Asked Questions
When did Thierry Boutsen start racing in Formula 1?
Thierry Boutsen started racing in Formula 1 in 1983.
Is Thierry Boutsen still racing in Formula 1?
No, Thierry Boutsen last competed in Formula 1 in 1993.
How many Formula 1 races has Thierry Boutsen won?
Thierry Boutsen has won 3 Formula 1 races.
How many F1 podiums does Thierry Boutsen have?
Thierry Boutsen has finished on the podium 15 times in Formula 1.
When did Thierry Boutsen win their first F1 race?
Thierry Boutsen won their first Formula 1 race at the 1989 Canadian F1 GP.
What nationality is Thierry Boutsen?
Thierry Boutsen is Belgian.
Which teams has Thierry Boutsen driven for in Formula 1?
Thierry Boutsen has driven for Arrows, Benetton, Williams, Ligier and Jordan in Formula 1.
How many F1 races has Thierry Boutsen entered?
Thierry Boutsen has competed in 164 Formula 1 Grands Prix.
