First Race Collection

Formula One World Championship: Dan Gurney debuted his Eagle T1G but was too many laps down to be classified
(L to R): Dan Gurney (USA) debuted his Eagle T1G but was too many laps down to be classified. Alongside him is Phil Hill (USA) who drove the camera car for the MGM film Grand Prix

Australian Grand Prix, Rd1, Melbourne, Australia, 12 March 2000
Jenson Button (GBR) made his Formula One debut with the Williams F1 Team. Australian Grand Prix, Rd1, Melbourne, Australia, 12 March 2000

Formula One World Championship: Grand Prix debutante Mark Webber Minardi PS02 sensationally came from eighteenth to
Grand Prix debutante Mark Webber (AUS) Minardi PS02 sensationally came from eighteenth to finish fifth. Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne, 3 March 2002

Formula One World Championship: Tim Schenken debuted the Trojan-Tauranac Racing Suzuki / Homelite Trojan T103
Tim Schenken (AUS) debuted the Trojan-Tauranac Racing Suzuki/Homelite Trojan T103 and was classified in fourteenth and last position, despite spinning off on the seventy-seventh lap

Formula One World Championship: Nelson Piquet made his GP debut in the Ensign N177
Nelson Piquet (BRA) made his GP debut in the Ensign N177, but retired from the race on lap 32 with a blown engine. German Grand Prix, Rd 11, Hockenheim, Germany, 30 July 1978

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Jacques Laffite (FRA) debuted the Ligier JS5, complete with giant teapot air intake. The French team, derived from the remnants of Matra, performed respectably on their GP debut

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Mike Thackwell (NZL) Tyrrell 010, became, at the time, the youngest ever driver to start a Grand Prix, although this claim is contentious for Mike did not take part in the restarted race

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Gilles Villeneuve (CDN) McLaren, qualified an excellent ninth on his GP debut. He finished eleventh in his only race for McLaren

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Michel May (SUI) Scuderia Colonia Lotus 18 retired with gearbox trouble on his Grand Prix debut. Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, 14 May 1961

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A Gordini turbocharger is replaced during Thursday practice on the Renault RS01 of Jean-Pierre Jabouille (FRA). It was the debut appearance in F1 for Renault

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Mike Thackwell (NZL) Arrows A3 attempted to become the youngest ever driver to start a GP when he replaced the injured Jochen Mass (GER), but he failed to qualify for the race

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Mark Donohue (USA) Penske Racing McLaren M19A finished an excellent third on his GP debut, despite a brief spin and a stop to change his goggles. Canadian Grand Prix, Mosport Park, 19 September 1971

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Derek Warwick (GBR) made his debut GP appearance with the Toleman TG181 - the team also making its GP debut. The car was beset with problems and Warwick failed to qualify

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Boy Hayje (NED) retired from his GP debut on lap 64 with a broken halfshaft driving a privately run Penske PC3, Dutch Grand Prix, Rd 12, Zandvoort, Holland, 29 August 1976

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A Penske mechanic works on the front end of the Penske PC1 of Mark Donohue (USA), who came back from retirement after winning the previous years CanAm championship to finish twelfth in Penskes debut

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Gilles Villeneuve (CDN) stunned the F1 fraternity on his GP debut when he qualified his McLaren M23 in ninth place. He would have finished in the points but for a faulty water temperature gauge that

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Jonathan Williams (GBR) Ferrari 312 finished eighth in his first and only GP appearance. Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 22 October 1967

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A Gordini turbocharged engine in the Renault RS01 of Jean-Pierre Jabouille (FRA). It was the debut appearance in F1 for Renault

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Stephen South (GBR) McLaren failed to qualify at his first and only GP appearance. United States Grand Prix (West), Rd 4, Long Beach, USA, 30 March 1980

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Jacques Laffite (FRA) debuted the Ligier JS5, complete with giant teapot air intake. The French team, derived from the remnants of Matra, performed respectably on their GP debut

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Conny Andersson (SWE) Surtees TS19, retired from his first and only GP start on lap 10 with a blown engine. Dutch Grand Prix, Rd 12, Zandvoort, Holland, 29 August 1976

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Warwick Brown (AUS) Wolf Williams FW05 finished fourteenth in his first and only Grand Prix. United States Grand Prix East, Rd15, Watkins Glen, USA, 10 October 1976

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The helmet of GP debutante Nicolas Kiesa (DEN) Minardi. Formula One World Championship, Rd12, German Grand Prix, Preparations, Hockenheim, Germany, 31 July 2003. DIGITAL IMAGE

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Ayrton Senna (BRA) Toleman TG183B qualified sixteenth for his Grand Prix debut. The race ended with an early retirement due to low turbo pressure. Brazilian Grand Prix, Rio de Janeiro, 25 March 1984

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Stephen South (GBR) McLaren, failed to qualify on his first and only Grand Prix appearance. United States Grand Prix (West), Rd4, Long Beach, USA, 30 March 1980

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Jochen Mass (GER) Surtees TS14A finished an impressive seventh on his first official GP start, following his involvement in the huge crash at the beginning of the British GP that meant he did not

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A Lotus press conference for the first race of the season (L to R): Peter Warr (GBR) Lotus Team Manager; Ayrton Senna (BRA)

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Stephen South (GBR) McLaren M29C, failed to qualify on his first and only Grand Prix appearance. United States Grand Prix (West), Rd4, Long Beach, USA, 30 March 1980

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Stephen South (GBR) McLaren M29C, failed to qualify on his first and only Grand Prix appearance. United States Grand Prix (West), Rd4, Long Beach, USA, 30 March 1980

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Honda made their F1 debut with fellow debutante Ronnie Bucknum (USA) driving the RA271. He qualified last and spun on the twelfth lap, but was classified in thirteenth place

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Honda made their F1 debut with fellow debutante Ronnie Bucknum (USA) driving the RA271. He qualified last and spun on the twelfth lap, but was classified in thirteenth place

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Roland Ratzenberger (AUT) failed to qualify on his debut GP appearance after suffering technical problems with the Simtek S941 when qualifying was dry

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Jonathan Williams (GBR) Ferrari 312, who finished eighth in his first and only GP appearance, leads Jackie Stewart (GBR) BRM P115 who retired on lap twenty-four with a blown engine

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Jody Scheckter (RSA) Wolf WR1 took a historic victory in the opening race of the season, as the Wolf team became the first and only constructor to win on their GP debut

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Legendary motorcycle rider Mike Hailwood (GBR) Lotus 24 finished eighth on his Grand Prix debut. British Grand Prix, Silverstone, 20 July 1963

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Derek Daly (IRE) Hesketh 308E failed to qualify on his debut GP appearance. United States Grand Prix West, Rd 4, Long Beach, USA, 2 April 1978. BEST IMAGE

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The de Tomaso 505, entered by Frank Williams (GBR) was debuted by Piers Courage (GBR), who retired on lap 40 after kerb hopping damaged his suspension

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Eddie Cheever (USA) Hesketh 308E retired from his GP debut on lap nine with an oil leak. South African Grand Prix, Rd 3, Kyalami, South Africa, 4 March 1978. BEST IMAGE

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Tony Settember (USA) Emeryson (61) finished eleventh on his Grand Prix debut. British Grand Prix, Aintree, 21 July 1962

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Roger Williamson (GBR) (Right) March, who didn't take the restart on his GP debut after being involved in the multi car accident, talks with his backer Tom Wheatcroft (GBR)

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Mario Andretti (USA) Lotus 49B caused a sensation when he took pole position on his GP debut. His race was curtailed however with clutch failure

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Mario Andretti (USA), Lotus Cosworth 49B, made his Formula One race debut at Watkins Glen. He scored pole position but retired on lap 32 with clutch failure

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Rene Arnoux (FRA) Martini MK23 failed to qualify on his and the teams GP debut. South African Grand Prix, Rd 3, Kyalami, South Africa, 4 March 1978. BEST IMAGE

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Francois Cevert (FRA) Tyrrell Racing Organisation March 701 retired from his GP debut on lap 32 with an engine failure. Dutch Grand Prix, Zandvoort, 21 June 1970. BEST IMAGE

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The Brabham BT3 made its Grand Prix debut in the hands of the team owner Jack Brabham (AUS). He retired on lap nine with a broken throttle linkage. German Grand Prix, Nurburgring, 5 August 1962

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Mike Parkes (GBR) Ferrari 312, on his debut race for Ferrari finished in 2nd place. French Grand Prix, Riems, France, 3 July 1966

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Gilles Villeneuve (CDN) stunned the F1 fraternity on his GP debut when he qualified his McLaren M23 in ninth place. He would have finished in the points but for a faulty water temperature gauge that

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Heinz Schiller (SUI) Ecurie Filipinetti Lotus 24 retired after four laps in his only Grand Prix appearance. German Grand Prix, Nurburgring, 5 August 1962

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In the world of Formula One, first races are filled with anticipation and excitement, and is a moment when drivers make their debut and showcase their skills on the grand stage. Dan Gurney's first race in the Eagle T1G was not without its challenges. Despite his determination, he found himself too many laps down to be classified. However, this setback did not dampen his spirit as he continued to strive for greatness in future races. Mark Webber's Grand Prix debut was nothing short of sensational. Starting from eighteenth position, he defied all odds and managed to finish an impressive fifth. This remarkable achievement marked the beginning of a promising career in Formula One. Tim Schenken made his mark with the Trojan-Tauranac Racing Suzuki/Homelite Trojan T103 in his first race. Although he finished fourteenth and last, being classified was still an accomplishment worth celebrating. It laid the foundation for further growth and improvement. Nelson Piquet's GP debut had its fair share of disappointments as well. Racing in the Ensign N177, he encountered engine troubles that forced him into retirement on lap 32. Despite this setback, Piquet showed resilience and determination that would later lead him to become a three-time World Champion. Beyond Formula One, there have been other historic first races that captivated audiences worldwide. The America Cup witnessed thrilling battles between yachts like "Galatea" and "Mayflower, " where victory was determined by crossing the finish line ahead of competitors. The international yacht races between Defender and Valkyrie III also left spectators at New York Bay awe-inspired by their skillful maneuvers on water. These events showcased both innovation and sportsmanship within sailing competitions. Even beyond motorsports or sailing, first races hold significance across various cultures around the world. In Teheran's Persian Derby, one can witness intense competition where even tragedy strikes as winners fall dead before royalty.