Jack Brabham: Three-Time Formula One World Champion Dies at 88
May 19, 2014
Sir Jack Brabham was an Australian racing driver. Born on April 2, 1926, in Hurstville, New South Wales, he was an engineer and served in the Royal Australian Air Force.
He won the Formula One World Championship in 1959, 1960 and 1966, the last driver to win in a car bearing his own name. He founded the Brabham team and was knighted in 1979.
He was the father of drivers Geoff, Gary and David Brabham. Brabham died at his home on the Gold Coast, Australia, on May 19, 2014, at age 88.
Achievements: Three F1 World Championships.
Birth: April 2, 1926 - Hurstville, Australia.
Profession: Racing driver.
Interesting Facts: He won the 1966 title in his own car.