Phil Hill, the only US-born driver to ever win the vaunted Formula One title, has passed away at 81 years of age. Hill died at Community Hospital in Monterey, California, earlier today of complications from Parkinson’s disease.
Hill won the 1961 Formula One title driving for Ferrari. His numerous driving accomplishments also included three-time victories at Le Mans and Sebring, including the 1962 24 Hours of Le Mans race when he drove the Ferrari 330 TRI/LM Testa Rossa (pictured) to victory.
Ferrari’s president, Luca di Montezemolo, said in a statement: “I, as well as all employees of Ferrari are extremely saddened by the news of the passing of Phil Hill, a man and a champion who gave so much to Ferrari and who has always greatly represented the company’s values inside and outside the racing track.”
08/28, 5:06 PM
posted by:
corvette
sucks RIP.
08/28, 5:12 PM
posted by:
C6Racer
I was JUST at that hospital visiting my uncle the other day! If only I had known he was there. RIP Phil
08/29, 6:19 AM
posted by:
mikemacnn
RIP Phil
09/05, 11:58 PM
posted by:
speedemon
godspeeed Phl