Juan Manuel Bordeu facts for kids
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| Born | 28 January 1934 Balcarce, Buenos Aires, Argentina |
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| Died | 24 November 1990 (aged 56) Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality |  Argentine |
| Active years | 1961 |
| Teams | UDT Laystall |
| Entries | 1 (0 starts) |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 0 |
| Career points | 0 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1961 French Grand Prix |
| Last entry | 1961 French Grand Prix |
Juan Manuel Bordeu (born January 28, 1934 – died November 24, 1990) was a racing driver from Balcarce, Argentina. He was a very promising driver. The famous racing legend Juan Manuel Fangio helped him early in his career.
Bordeu had a lot of success when he first started racing. However, a serious accident during a test drive stopped his chances in Formula One. He only entered one Formula One World Championship race. This was the 1961 French Grand Prix. He was supposed to drive a Lotus car for the UDT Laystall team. But another driver, Lucien Bianchi, drove the car instead.
Juan Manuel Bordeu continued racing until 1973. After he stopped racing, he worked for FISA. This organization helps manage motorsports around the world. He represented Argentina there.
Early Life and Racing Career
Juan Manuel Bordeu was born in Balcarce, Argentina. This is the same town where Juan Manuel Fangio was born. Fangio was a five-time Formula One world champion. He saw Bordeu's talent and became his mentor. This means Fangio helped guide Bordeu's racing journey.
Bordeu quickly became known for his skill. He won many races in Argentina. He also competed in international sports car races. His early success showed he had the potential to be a top driver.
Formula One Dreams
In 1961, Bordeu got a big chance. He was set to race in Formula One. This is the highest level of car racing. He was entered in the French Grand Prix. This was a dream come true for him.
However, before the race, he had a bad testing accident. This accident made it impossible for him to race. It was a big setback for his Formula One career. He never got another chance to start a Formula One World Championship race.
Later Career and Legacy
Even after his Formula One hopes were dashed, Bordeu kept racing. He continued to compete in different types of races. He raced until 1973, showing his dedication to the sport.
After retiring from racing, Bordeu stayed involved in motorsports. He became a delegate for FISA. In this role, he helped represent his country. He worked to support racing on a global scale. Juan Manuel Bordeu passed away on November 24, 1990.
See also
In Spanish: Juan Manuel Bordeu para niños
