Jean Lucas (racing driver) facts for kids
| Born | 25 April 1917 Le Mans, Sarthe |
|---|---|
| Died | 27 September 2003 (aged 86) Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Charente-Maritime |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality | French |
| Active years | 1955 |
| Teams | Gordini |
| Entries | 1 |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 0 |
| Career points | 0 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1955 Italian Grand Prix |
| Last entry | 1955 Italian Grand Prix |
Jean Lucas (born April 25, 1917 – died September 27, 2003) was a French racing driver. He was known for his speed and skill on the track. Jean Lucas took part in one special Formula One race in 1955.
He was also the manager for the Gordini racing team. When one of their regular drivers couldn't race, Jean Lucas bravely stepped in. He drove in the 1955 Italian Grand Prix. Sadly, his car had an engine problem, and he had to stop early. Because of this, he didn't score any championship points in Formula One.
Jean Lucas's Racing Adventures
Jean Lucas had his best racing moments in sports car races. He drove powerful Ferrari cars. In 1949, he won exciting races at places like Spa-Francorchamps and Montlhéry. These were big wins for him!
Retiring from Racing
Jean Lucas stopped racing in 1957. This was after he was involved in an accident during the Moroccan Grand Prix. He decided it was time to step away from competitive driving.
Starting a Magazine
After his racing career, Jean Lucas helped create something new. He was one of the people who started a French magazine called Sport auto. This magazine is all about cars and motorsport. It shares exciting news and stories from the world of racing.
