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Legendary German Formula 1 Driver Jochen Mass Dies at 78

Mass, remembered for his sole 1975 F1 victory and 1989 Le Mans triumph, passed away in Cannes following complications from a February stroke.

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Jochen Mass (M.) 1975 mit dem damaligen CSU-Chef Franz Josef Strauß (r.) und Rennveranstalters Sepp Greger
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Overview

  • Jochen Mass, a prominent figure in motorsport, competed in 105 Formula 1 races from 1973 to 1982, achieving eight podium finishes and one victory.
  • His sole Formula 1 win at the 1975 Spanish Grand Prix in Montjuïc was marred by a tragic accident that claimed several lives.
  • Mass transitioned to endurance racing, securing a landmark victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1989 with Sauber-Mercedes teammates Manuel Reuter and Stanley Dickens.
  • Beyond racing, he served as a TV commentator for RTL and mentored Michael Schumacher, advising his pivotal move to Ferrari in 1996.
  • Mass is survived by his wife Bettina, four children, and five grandchildren, leaving behind a legacy of achievements and contributions to motorsport.