1953 · Round 5 / 9Completed
1953 French Grand Prix
Reims-Gueux · Reims, France
Winner
Mike Hawthorn
Ferrari · 2:44:18.600
Mike Hawthorn won the 1953 French Grand Prix for Ferrari, finishing 1.000 seconds ahead of Juan Fangio (Maserati), with José Froilán González (Maserati) completing the podium. Alberto Ascari had taken pole position.
It was round 5 of 9 of the 1953 Formula 1 World Championship, held at Reims-Gueux in Reims, France on 5 July 1953.
After round 5, Alberto Ascari led the 1953 drivers' championship on 28 points, 14 ahead of Mike Hawthorn.
1953 French Grand Prix: quick facts
When was the 1953 French Grand Prix?
The 1953 French Grand Prix took place on 5 July 1953. It was round 5 of 9 of the 1953 Formula 1 calendar.
Where was the 1953 French Grand Prix held?
The 1953 French Grand Prix was held at Reims-Gueux in Reims, France.
Who won the 1953 French Grand Prix?
Mike Hawthorn won the 1953 French Grand Prix for Ferrari, ahead of Juan Fangio and José Froilán González.