Alain de Changy facts for kids
| Born | 5 February 1922 Brussels, Belgium |
|---|---|
| Died | 5 August 1994 (aged 72) Etterbeek, Belgium |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality |  Belgian |
| Active years | 1959 |
| Teams | Ecurie Nationale Belge |
| Entries | 1 (0 starts) |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 0 |
| Career points | 0 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1959 Monaco Grand Prix |
| Last entry | 1959 Monaco Grand Prix |
Alain Carpentier de Changy was a racing driver from Belgium. He was born in Brussels on February 5, 1922, and passed away in Etterbeek on August 5, 1994. While he tried to race in Formula One once, he was much more successful in sports car racing.
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Alain de Changy: A Belgian Racing Driver
Alain de Changy was a talented driver from Belgium who loved speed. He spent many years competing in exciting car races. While he is known for his attempt in Formula One, he truly shined in other types of racing.
His Formula One Dream
In 1959, Alain de Changy had a chance to enter the world of Formula One. This is the highest class of international racing for open-wheel single-seater cars. He planned to race in the 1959 Monaco Grand Prix. This famous race takes place on the streets of Monaco.
Alain de Changy drove a car made by the Cooper Car Company. His team was called Ecurie Nationale Belge. This was a Belgian racing team. Sadly, he did not qualify for the main race. This means his car was not fast enough during practice to earn a spot on the starting grid. Even though he didn't start the race, it was still a big moment in his career.
Success in Sports Car Racing
While Formula One didn't work out, Alain de Changy was very good at sports car racing. This type of racing involves cars that look more like regular road cars, but they are built for speed and endurance. He competed in many important sports car events.
One of the most famous races he took part in was the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This is a very tough endurance race held in France. Drivers race for 24 hours straight, often with teammates. Alain de Changy showed his skill and determination in these long, challenging races. He was a respected driver in the world of sports car racing.
See also
- Carpentier family
