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Jean-Pierre Jabouille (FRA) Renault RS11 took pole position and went on to take his first GP victory - the first for Renault and the first for a turbocharged engine.
French Grand Prix, Rd 8, Dijon-Prenois, France, 1 July 1979.
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This iconic photograph captures the historic moment when Jean-Pierre Jabouille (FRA) secured his first Formula One victory at the French Grand Prix held at Dijon-Prenois on 1st July 1979. Driving the Renault RS11, Jabouille took pole position and went on to claim the checkered flag, marking the first Grand Prix victory for both the French driver and the Renault team. The significance of this achievement extended beyond personal and team milestones, as it also represented the first triumph for a turbocharged engine in the prestigious Formula One World Championship. The image showcases the intensity and excitement of the race, with Jabouille's determined expression and the crowd's jubilant reaction, encapsulating the essence of motorsport history in the making. This portrait of victory at the French Grand Prix remains a cherished memory for Formula One enthusiasts and a testament to the groundbreaking achievements of the sport's pioneers.
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