Belgian Grand Prix
Round 6 · Zolder, Heusden-Zolder, Belgium
1978-05-21
Winner: Mario Andretti (Team Lotus)
Who won the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix?
The 1978 Belgian Grand Prix was won by Mario Andretti driving for Team Lotus, starting from pole position. Ronnie Peterson finished second, +9.900 behind, with Carlos Reutemann completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 13 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 6 of the 1978 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Zolder in Heusden-Zolder, Belgium. Didier Pironi was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 17 positions from P23 to finish P6.
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1978 Belgian Grand Prix — FAQ
Who won the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix?+
Mario Andretti (Team Lotus) won the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix on 1978-05-21 at Zolder.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix?+
P1: Mario Andretti (Team Lotus). P2: Ronnie Peterson (Team Lotus), +9.900 behind. P3: Carlos Reutemann (Ferrari), +24.340 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix?+
Mario Andretti took pole position for the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix.
Which team won the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix?+
Team Lotus won the 1978 Belgian Grand Prix with Mario Andretti taking victory.