Dutch Grand Prix 1959 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Jo Bonnier claimed BRM's first-ever Grand Prix victory at the Dutch Grand Prix, ending years of disappointment for the troubled British manufacturer. The Swedish driver's breakthrough at Zandvoort demonstrated that BRM had finally developed a competitive car after nearly a decade of expensive failure. Jack Brabham finished second for Cooper, with Masten Gregory third in another Cooper.

BRM's victory represented vindication for the British Racing Motors project, which had consumed enormous resources since the late 1940s while delivering minimal results. Bonnier's smooth driving style and tactical intelligence allowed him to capitalize on BRM's newfound reliability and competitive pace. The victory at Zandvoort proved that BRM could challenge Cooper and Ferrari when their cars functioned properly.

Brabham's second place maintained his championship lead despite missing victory, as his consistent point-scoring approach mirrored the tactics that had won Hawthorn the 1958 title. Cooper's double podium with Gregory reinforced their status as championship favorites. For BRM and Bonnier, the Dutch Grand Prix triumph represented a career highlight and provided hope for future success.