Argentine Grand Prix 1957 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Juan Manuel Fangio opened the 1957 season with a commanding victory at his home Argentine Grand Prix, delighting passionate Buenos Aires fans by leading a Maserati one-two-three finish. The reigning World Champion had switched from Ferrari to Maserati for 1957, reuniting with the elegant 250F that he knew intimately. Teammates Jean Behra and Carlos Menditeguy completed the podium, giving Maserati the perfect start to their championship campaign.

Fangio's move back to Maserati represented a significant shift, as political tensions within Ferrari had made his position uncomfortable despite winning the 1956 championship. The Maserati 250F, now in its peak development, suited Fangio's smooth driving style perfectly. The car's combination of handling finesse, reliability, and sufficient power made it competitive against Ferrari's more complex Lancia-Ferrari designs and the emerging British challengers from Vanwall.

The Argentine crowd's passionate support for their national hero created an electric atmosphere, with Fangio responding with a masterful display of racecraft. His opening victory launched what would become his greatest championship season, featuring performances that would cement his status as the sport's supreme talent. For Maserati, Fangio's decision to join them represented validation of their engineering excellence and provided hope for their first World Championship.