Onofre Marimón facts for kids
Marimón on the cover of El Gráfico, 1952
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| Born | 19 December 1923 Zárate, Argentina |
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| Died | 31 July 1954 (aged 30) Nürburg, Germany |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality |  Argentine |
| Active years | 1951, 1953–1954 |
| Teams | Maserati |
| Entries | 12 (11 starts) |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 2 |
| Career points | 8 1⁄7 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 1 |
| First entry | 1951 French Grand Prix |
| Last entry | 1954 German Grand Prix |
Onofre Agustín Marimón (born December 19, 1923 – died July 31, 1954) was a talented racing driver from Zárate, Buenos Aires, Argentina. He competed in 11 Formula One World Championship races. During his career, he earned two podium finishes and scored a total of 8 1⁄7 championship points.
Onofre Marimón's Life and Career
Onofre Marimón was the son of a racing driver named Domingo Marimón. His father was a winner of the 1948 South American Grand Prix. Onofre's father was friends with the famous driver Juan Manuel Fangio. Fangio became a mentor to young Onofre when he moved to Europe to race.
Racing in Formula One
Onofre Marimón started his Formula One career on July 1, 1951. He drove for the Maserati team. He was known for his exciting driving style. He achieved his best results in 1953 and 1954. In these years, he finished on the podium twice, showing his skill.
A Tragic Accident
Sadly, Onofre Marimón died on July 31, 1954. This happened during a practice session for the 1954 German Grand Prix. He was driving on the challenging Nürburgring race track in Germany. His car left the track at a curve called Breidscheid. This accident made him the first driver to die during a Formula One World Championship Grand Prix, not including the Indianapolis 500.
It is believed that his car's braking system might have failed. He was going very fast downhill and could not make a sharp turn. His car crashed into a ditch and rolled over. Rescue workers quickly tried to help him. A priest gave him the last rites, but he passed away shortly after.
His death was a sad moment for the Maserati team and the racing world.
See also
In Spanish: Onofre Marimón para niños
