Duncan Hamilton

DUNCAN HAMILTON d1994. British racing driver famed for his colourful and extrovert personality, which often overshadowed his genuine talent. After fighting in, and surviving WW2, he took up motorsport. Although adept in single-seaters, sportscars was where he enjoyed most success (winning the 1953 24 Heures du Mans) / two Coupe de Paris events and the 12 heures internationals Reims race in 1956. He retired in 1958 and ran a garage in Surrey for many years