1961 · Round 8 / 8Completed
1961 United States Grand Prix
Watkins Glen · New York State, USA
Winner
Innes Ireland
Lotus-Climax · 2:13:45.800
Innes Ireland won the 1961 United States Grand Prix for Lotus-Climax, finishing 4.300 seconds ahead of Dan Gurney (Porsche), with Tony Brooks (BRM) completing the podium. Jack Brabham had taken pole position.
It was round 8 of 8 of the 1961 Formula 1 World Championship, held at Watkins Glen in New York State, USA on 8 October 1961.
Phil Hill won the 1961 drivers' championship with 34 points, 1 ahead of Wolfgang von Trips. Ferrari won the constructors' title on 45 points.
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1961 United States Grand Prix: quick facts
When was the 1961 United States Grand Prix?
The 1961 United States Grand Prix took place on 8 October 1961. It was round 8 of 8 of the 1961 Formula 1 calendar.
Where was the 1961 United States Grand Prix held?
The 1961 United States Grand Prix was held at Watkins Glen in New York State, USA.
Who won the 1961 United States Grand Prix?
Innes Ireland won the 1961 United States Grand Prix for Lotus-Climax, ahead of Dan Gurney and .