Jean-Luc Thérier facts for kids
Thérier in 2003
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| Personal information | |
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| Nationality |  French |
| Born | 7 October 1945 Hodeng-au-Bosc |
| Died | 31 July 2019 (aged 73) Neufchâtel-en-Bray |
| World Rally Championship record | |
| Active years | 1973–1984 |
| Co-driver | Jacques Jaubert Christian Delferrier Michel Vial |
| Teams | Alpine, Toyota, Porsche, Renault |
| Rallies | 46 |
| Championships | 0 |
| Rally wins | 5 |
| Podiums | 10 |
| Stage wins | 61 |
| Total points | 42 |
| First rally | 1973 Monte Carlo Rally |
| First win | 1973 Rallye de Portugal |
| Last win | 1980 Tour de Corse |
| Last rally | 1984 Monte Carlo Rally |
Jean-Luc Thérier (born October 7, 1945, died July 31, 2019) was a famous French rally driver. Rally driving is a type of car racing. It happens on public or private roads, which can be dirt, gravel, or asphalt. Jean-Luc was known for his exciting driving style. He was one of the top drivers in the early years of the World Rally Championship.
In 1973, he was the driver who earned the most points in the first World Rally Championship. He was also the only driver to win three big events that year. Back then, the championship title was given to car manufacturers, not individual drivers. So, Jean-Luc's team, Alpine-Renault, won the title.
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A Champion's Early Career
Jean-Luc Thérier often raced in an Alpine-Renault A110 car. He showed his talent early on. In 1970, he won two important races: the Rallye Sanremo and the Acropolis Rally. These wins helped him become well-known in the rally world.
His Amazing Year: 1973
The year 1973 was very special for Jean-Luc. He won the same two events again, the 1973 Rallye Sanremo and the 1973 Acropolis Rally. He also added another victory, the 1973 Rallye de Portugal. Winning three major events in one year was a huge achievement. It showed everyone how skilled he was behind the wheel.
More Victories and Different Cars
Jean-Luc continued to win races in different cars. In 1974, he won the Press-on-Regardless Rally in the United States. For this race, he drove a Renault 17 Gordini. Later, in 1980, he won the Tour de Corse rally in France. This time, he was driving a powerful Porsche 911 SC.
Racing in the Monte Carlo Rally
The Monte Carlo Rally is one of the most famous and challenging rally races. Jean-Luc Thérier competed in this race 13 times. He raced there between 1969 and 1984. His best result in the Monte Carlo Rally was finishing second in 1971.
End of His Racing Career
Jean-Luc's racing career ended in early 1985. He was taking part in the Paris to Dakar rally when he had a serious accident. He suffered severe injuries, which meant he could no longer compete. Jean-Luc Thérier passed away on July 31, 2019, at the age of 73, after a long illness. He is remembered as a true legend of rally driving.
World Rally Championship Wins
Jean-Luc Thérier won five events in the World Rally Championship. Here are his victories:
| # | Event | Season | Co-driver | Car |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  7º TAP Rallye de Portugal |
1973 | Jacques Jaubert | Alpine-Renault A110 1800 |
| 2 |  21st Acropolis Rally |
1973 | Christian Delferrier | Alpine-Renault A110 1800 |
| 3 |  15º Rallye Sanremo |
1973 | Jacques Jaubert | Alpine-Renault A110 1800 |
| 4 |  26th Press-on-Regardless Rally |
1974 | Christian Delferrier | Renault 17 Gordini |
| 5 | 24ème Tour de Corse - Rallye de France |
1980 | Michel Vial | Porsche 911 SC |
See also
In Spanish: Jean-Luc Thérier para niños
