German Grand Prix 1966 - Race Schedule and Countdown
German Grand Prix
Nürburg • Germany
Aug 7, 1966 2:00 PM
Race Results
Race Summary
Jack Brabham claimed his fourth consecutive victory at the Nürburgring, mastering the treacherous Nordschleife to move to the brink of his third World Championship. The 40-year-old Australian's exceptional performance on the demanding German circuit demonstrated his undiminished skill and racecraft. Brabham's dominance of the 1966 season proved that age was no barrier to success when combined with technical excellence and consistent performance.
John Surtees finished second for Cooper-Maserati after his mid-season move from Ferrari, with Jochen Rindt completing a strong result for the team in third. Brabham's fourth straight win effectively sealed the championship, with his comfortable points lead appearing insurmountable. The victory at the Nürburgring showcased Brabham's complete mastery of both car development and driving excellence, building a car in his own workshop and then driving it to championship success. The achievement represented one of Formula 1's most remarkable accomplishments.