French Grand Prix 1960 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Jack Brabham made it three victories in succession with a commanding performance at the high-speed Reims-Gueux circuit, extending his championship lead with ruthless efficiency. The Australian champion demonstrated his mastery on one of the fastest tracks on the calendar, where speeds exceeded 150 mph on the long straights connecting the triangular circuit. Brabham's Cooper-Climax once again proved that superior handling and reliability could overcome raw power, as he managed his equipment perfectly through the grueling race distance. The defending champion was now in complete control of the title race, with his consistency and racecraft establishing a commanding advantage over his rivals. The Reims circuit, laid out on public roads through the champagne region, provided a stern test of both machinery and driver courage.

Olivier Gendebien secured his best result of the season with second place in his privateer Cooper-Climax, the Belgian sports car legend proving his versatility by running strongly throughout the race. Bruce McLaren completed another Cooper podium sweep with third place, though the young New Zealander was unable to match the pace of his teammate and title rival. The result meant Cooper had now taken three consecutive one-two-three finishes, an unprecedented display of dominance that confirmed the complete triumph of the rear-engine revolution. Ferrari endured another difficult weekend, with their front-engine cars simply unable to compete with the nimble British machines. The French crowd witnessed history as Brabham's winning streak continued, with the championship now appearing to be a formality barring mechanical misfortune.