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Ivan Capelli F1 Profile & Career Stats
Former Formula 1 Driver
Ivan Capelli
F1 career: 1985 - 1993
Driver Profile
| Country |  Italy |
| Place of Birth | Milan |
| Date of Birth | May 24th 1963: 63 years old |
| Season Entries | 9 (1985–1993) |
| Car Number | 15 |
| Best Qualifying | 3rd - 1988 Portuguese F1 GP |
| Best Result | 2nd - (2 times) |
F1 Career Team History
Full Career Statistics
| Drivers' Titles | 0 |
| Grand Prix Entries | 98 |
| Grand Prix Starts | 93 |
| Total Points | 31.00 |
| Avg. Points per GP | 0.32 |
| Grand Prix Wins | 0 |
| Pole Positions | 0 |
| Avg. GP Grid | 14.7 |
| GP Podiums | 3 (3,1%) |
| GP Fastest Laps | 0 |
| GP Points Finish | 12 (12,2%) |
| Avg. GP Position | 8.1 |
| GP DNFs | 66 (67,3%) |
| Total GP Laps | 3.387 |
Key Career Landmarks
Race
1985 European F1 Grand Prix1985 EUR F1 GP 22 years, 135 days22y, 135d
1993 South African F1 Grand Prix1993 RSA F1 GP 29 years, 294 days29y, 294d
1985 European F1 Grand Prix1985 EUR F1 GP 22 years, 135 days22y, 135d1993 South African F1 Grand Prix1993 RSA F1 GP 29 years, 294 days29y, 294dPodium
1988 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1988 BEL F1 GP 25 years, 96 days25y, 96d
1990 French F1 Grand Prix1990 FRA F1 GP 27 years, 45 days27y, 45d
1988 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1988 BEL F1 GP 25 years, 96 days25y, 96d1990 French F1 Grand Prix1990 FRA F1 GP 27 years, 45 days27y, 45dPoints finish
1985 Australian F1 Grand Prix1985 AUS F1 GP 22 years, 163 days22y, 163d
1992 Hungarian F1 Grand Prix1992 HUN F1 GP 29 years, 84 days29y, 84d
1985 Australian F1 Grand Prix1985 AUS F1 GP 22 years, 163 days22y, 163d1992 Hungarian F1 Grand Prix1992 HUN F1 GP 29 years, 84 days29y, 84dF1 Career Finishing Positions
2nd
2
3rd
1
4th
1
5th
4
6th
4
7th
2
8th
1
9th
3
10th
3
11th
2
12th
2
13th
1
16th
1
DNF
66
DNQ
3
DNS
2
DNF Did Not FinishDNQ Did Not QualifyDNS Did Not Start
Performance Breakdown
Bio
Ivan Capelli Biography
Ivan Capelli, Ferrari F92A 1992 Hungarian Grand Prix
Ivan Capelli was born on May 24, 1963, in Milan, Italy. He started his racing career in go-karts when he was just 11 years old and quickly made his way up the ranks of motorsport. He won the Italian Formula 3 Championship in 1984 and then made his Formula One debut in 1985 for the team Tyrrell.
Capelli had a successful Formula One career that spanned from 1985 to 1993. He raced for a variety of teams including March, Leyton House, and Ferrari. However, it was his time with Leyton House that he is most remembered for. In 1990, Capelli achieved a career-best finish of second place at the French Grand Prix, beating out the likes of Ayrton Senna.
Capelli was known not only for his driving skill, but also for his great sense of humor and positive attitude. One anecdote that highlights his humor and personality occurred during the 1991 Monaco Grand Prix. After crashing out of the race, when asked by marshals if he was alright, Capelli replied, "Yes, but have you seen Senna? He won the race, right? Typical, he always takes the easy route!"
Capelli retired from Formula One at the end of the 1993 season, but he continued to race in various other series such as the BPR Global GT Series and the Italian GT Championship. In 2002, he founded his own team called K+K Racing, which competed in the Italian Formula 3 Championship.
Today, Capelli is a successful businessman and continues to be involved in the motorsport world. He is a regular guest at Formula One races and events, and his legacy as a talented driver and a good-natured personality lives on.
Seasons
Ivan Capelli Championship Results
Ivan Capelli F1 Seasons Summary
| Year | Team | Engine | GP | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Pod | Pole | Laps | FL | Avg Pts | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 |
 Jordan |
 Hart | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1992 |
Ferrari |
Ferrari | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 513 | 0 | 0.21 | 3 |
| 1991 |
Leyton House |
Ilmor | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 419 | 0 | 0.07 | 1 |
| 1990 |
Leyton House |
Judd | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 579 | 0 | 0.43 | 6 |
| 1989 |
March |
Judd | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 424 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1988 |
March |
Judd | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 680 | 0 | 1.13 | 17 |
| 1987 |
March |
 Ford | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 608 | 0 | 0.07 | 1 |
| 1986 |
AGS |
Motori Moderni | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1985 |
Tyrrell |
Renault | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 125 | 0 | 1.50 | 3 |
Races
Podiums
Teammates
News
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Ivan Capelli — Frequently Asked Questions
When did Ivan Capelli start racing in Formula 1?
Ivan Capelli started racing in Formula 1 in 1985.
Is Ivan Capelli still racing in Formula 1?
No, Ivan Capelli last competed in Formula 1 in 1993.
How many F1 podiums does Ivan Capelli have?
Ivan Capelli has finished on the podium 3 times in Formula 1.
What nationality is Ivan Capelli?
Ivan Capelli is Italian.
Which teams has Ivan Capelli driven for in Formula 1?
Ivan Capelli has driven for Tyrrell, AGS, March, Leyton House, Ferrari and Jordan in Formula 1.
How many F1 races has Ivan Capelli entered?
Ivan Capelli has competed in 98 Formula 1 Grands Prix.
