Carlos Menditeguy facts for kids
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| Born | 10 August 1914 |
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| Died | 27 April 1973 (aged 58) |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality |  Argentine |
| Active years | 1953–1958, 1960 |
| Teams | Gordini, Maserati, Scuderia Centro Sud |
| Entries | 11 (10 starts) |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 1 |
| Career points | 9 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1953 Argentine Grand Prix |
| Last entry | 1960 Argentine Grand Prix |
Carlos Alberto Menditéguy (born August 10, 1914 – died April 27, 1973) was a talented sportsman from Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was famous for being both a professional racing driver and a top-level polo player.
Carlos competed in 11 Formula One World Championship races. He achieved one podium finish, which means he placed in the top three in a race. Overall, he scored nine championship points during his Formula One career.
Beyond racing, Carlos was an amazing polo player. He reached the highest possible handicap in polo, which is 10. This shows he was one of the best polo players in the world. He was also a very good golfer. He became a "scratch" golf player (meaning he could play a round of golf at par or better) in less than two years! He did this after making a bet with some friends.
Carlos Menditéguy was buried in La Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires.
Carlos Menditéguy's Racing Career
Carlos Menditéguy competed in Formula One races during the 1950s and early 1960s. He raced for teams like Gordini, Maserati, and Scuderia Centro Sud.
His first Formula One race was the 1953 Argentine Grand Prix. One of his best results was a third-place finish at the 1957 Argentine Grand Prix. This was his only podium finish in the Formula One World Championship. He also scored points by finishing fifth in the 1955 Italian Grand Prix and fourth in the 1960 Argentine Grand Prix.
Carlos was known for his exciting driving style. He often raced in his home country, Argentina, where he had many fans. His last Formula One race was the 1960 Argentine Grand Prix.
Other Sports and Achievements
Carlos Menditéguy was not just a racing driver; he was a true all-around athlete. His skill in polo was legendary. Reaching a handicap of 10 is a huge achievement in the sport, showing incredible talent and dedication.
His quick success in golf also highlights his natural athletic ability. To become a "scratch" golfer so quickly is very rare and impressive. It shows he could master different sports with ease.
Carlos Menditéguy's life was a great example of someone who excelled in many different areas of sport.
See also
In Spanish: Carlos Menditéguy para niños
