Mario Andretti’s flexibility as a racing car driver makes him one of the most famous to ever live. Most notable were his efforts as an American in Formula 1. These 12 photos from the Cahier Archive tell his story.
From the moment he took the pole on debut at Watkins Glen in ’68, the Formula 1 world knew that Andretti was destined for greatness. His career in F1 would ultimately reach a peak ten years later in 1978, when he achieved an overall World Championship victory. Buy there images here
This is the latest in our series of photo specials showcasing the stunning images from the Cahier Archive. The collection, by photographers Bernard Cahier and his son Paul-Henri are part of a massive collection of 400 000 originals of which 17 000+ pictures are currently available on their website.
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