
Hans Stuck (December 27, 1900 - February 9, 1978): A German racing driver, Stuck was a dominant figure in European motorsport before and after World War II. Known as the “King of the Mountains” for his hillclimbing prowess, he achieved significant success driving for Auto Union in the 1930s. Post-war, Stuck continued racing and participated in five World Championship Formula One Grands Prix between 1951 and 1953, driving for teams like BRM, AFM, and as a privateer for Ferrari, though he did not score any championship points. His legacy continued through his son, Hans-Joachim Stuck, who also became a successful racing driver.