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Formula One World Championship: John Goossens Texaco Chief and Bernie Ecclestone Brabham Team Owner played cards to decide whether a set of
(L to R): John Goossens (BEL) Texaco Chief and Bernie Ecclestone (GBR) Brabham Team Owner played cards to decide whether a set of Texaco stickers be placed on the Brabham s. Ecclestone lost, the stickers went on the cars and Carlos Reutemann (ARG) went on to win the first race for Brabham under Bernies ownership.
South African Grand Prix, Rd 2, Kyalami, South Africa, 30 March 1974
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Media ID 2029849
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Kyalami Off Duty South Africa South African
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In this photo print, Formula One World Championship history is being made. John Goossens, the Texaco Chief, and Bernie Ecclestone, the Brabham Team Owner, are engaged in an intense card game to determine whether a set of Texaco stickers should be placed on the iconic Brabham cars. With high stakes on the line, Ecclestone's luck runs out as he loses the game. As a result, the Texaco stickers find their place on the sleek racing machines. This momentous decision proves to be a turning point for Brabham under Bernie's ownership. The South African Grand Prix at Kyalami becomes witness to Carlos Reutemann's triumphant victory in his first race driving for Brabham. The Texaco-branded cars speed through every turn with unmatched precision and power. The photograph captures not only a behind-the-scenes glimpse into these influential figures' off-duty moments but also showcases their dedication to securing every advantage possible in pursuit of victory. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly trivial decisions can have profound consequences in motorsport. With its timeless appeal and rich historical significance, this image transports us back to 30th March 1974 when passion for Formula One was at its peak. It immortalizes an era where strategy extended beyond track tactics and reveals how chance encounters could shape destinies on race day.
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