Italian Grand Prix
Round 13 · Autodromo Nazionale di Monza, Monza, Italy
1979-09-09
Winner: Jody Scheckter (Ferrari)
Who won the 1979 Italian Grand Prix?
The 1979 Italian Grand Prix was won by Jody Scheckter driving for Ferrari, starting from 3rd on the grid. Gilles Villeneuve finished second, +0.460 behind, with Clay Regazzoni completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 11 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 13 of the 1979 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza in Monza, Italy. Emerson Fittipaldi was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 12 positions from P20 to finish P8.
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1979 Italian Grand Prix — FAQ
Who won the 1979 Italian Grand Prix?+
Jody Scheckter (Ferrari) won the 1979 Italian Grand Prix on 1979-09-09 at Autodromo Nazionale di Monza.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1979 Italian Grand Prix?+
P1: Jody Scheckter (Ferrari). P2: Gilles Villeneuve (Ferrari), +0.460 behind. P3: Clay Regazzoni (Williams), +4.780 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1979 Italian Grand Prix?+
Jean-Pierre Jabouille took pole position for the 1979 Italian Grand Prix.
Which team won the 1979 Italian Grand Prix?+
Ferrari won the 1979 Italian Grand Prix with Jody Scheckter taking victory.