1961 · Round 5 / 8Completed
1961 British Grand Prix
Aintree · Liverpool, UK
Winner
Wolfgang von Trips
Ferrari · 2:40:53.600
Wolfgang von Trips won the 1961 British Grand Prix for Ferrari, finishing 46.000 seconds ahead of Phil Hill (Ferrari), with Richie Ginther (Ferrari) completing the podium. Phil Hill had taken pole position.
It was round 5 of 8 of the 1961 Formula 1 World Championship, held at Aintree in Liverpool, UK on 15 July 1961.
After round 5, Wolfgang von Trips led the 1961 drivers' championship on 27 points, 2 ahead of Phil Hill. Ferrari led the constructors' standings on 42 points.
1961 British Grand Prix: quick facts
When was the 1961 British Grand Prix?
The 1961 British Grand Prix took place on 15 July 1961. It was round 5 of 8 of the 1961 Formula 1 calendar.
Where was the 1961 British Grand Prix held?
The 1961 British Grand Prix was held at Aintree in Liverpool, UK.
Who won the 1961 British Grand Prix?
Wolfgang von Trips won the 1961 British Grand Prix for Ferrari, ahead of Phil Hill and Richie Ginther.