United States Grand Prix 1964 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Graham Hill moved to the brink of a second World Championship with victory at Watkins Glen, taking maximum points to lead the standings heading into the Mexican finale. The BRM driver delivered a composed performance at the scenic upstate New York circuit, holding off John Surtees' Ferrari challenge to claim his second victory of the season. Hill's win left him needing only to finish ahead of Surtees in Mexico to secure the title, appearing to have destiny in his own hands.

Surtees' second place kept his championship hopes alive but left him needing victory in Mexico and hoping for Hill to falter. Jo Siffert claimed his first career podium finish in third, providing a bright spot for the Swiss driver. Jim Clark's championship was effectively over after mechanical issues struck again, ending his title defense in frustration. The penultimate round set up a dramatic finale in Mexico City, where the championship would be decided in controversial circumstances that remain debated decades later.