Who won the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix?
The 1977 Japanese Grand Prix was won by James Hunt driving for McLaren, starting from 2nd on the grid. Carlos Reutemann finished second, +1:02.450 behind, with Patrick Depailler completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 12 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 17 of the 1977 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Fuji Speedway in Oyama, Japan. Kunimitsu Takahashi was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 13 positions from P22 to finish P9.
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1977 Japanese Grand Prix — FAQ
Who won the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix?+
James Hunt (McLaren) won the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix on 1977-10-23 at Fuji Speedway.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix?+
P1: James Hunt (McLaren). P2: Carlos Reutemann (Ferrari), +1:02.450 behind. P3: Patrick Depailler (Tyrrell), +1:06.390 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix?+
Mario Andretti took pole position for the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix.
Which team won the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix?+
McLaren won the 1977 Japanese Grand Prix with James Hunt taking victory.