Derek Warwick
Derek Stanley Arthur Warwick (born 27 August 1954) is a British former professional racing driver from England, who lives in Jersey. He raced for many years in Formula One, collecting four podiums but never winning a Grand Prix. He did, however, win the 1992 24 Hours of Le Mans and 1992 World Sportscar Championship. He was the elder brother of Paul Warwick, who died racing while leading the British Formula 3000 Championship in 1991.
Warwick at the 2014 British Grand Prix | |
| Born | 27 August 1954 New Alresford, Hampshire, United Kingdom |
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| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality | British |
| Active years | 1981–1990, 1993 |
| Teams | Toleman, Renault, Brabham, Arrows, Lotus, Footwork |
| Entries | 162 (147 starts) |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 4 |
| Career points | 71 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 2 |
| First entry | 1981 San Marino Grand Prix |
| Last entry | 1993 Australian Grand Prix |
| British Formula One Championship career | |
| Active years | 1979 |
| Races | 1 |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podium finishes | 1 |
| Career points | 6 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
In 2005 and 2006 he raced in the inaugural season of the Grand Prix Masters formula for retired Formula One drivers. He has served as the fourth steward for three Grands Prix in 2010 and 2011. He was president of the British Racing Drivers Club (2011-2017), succeeding Damon Hill and preceding Paddy Hopkirk.
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