Jacky Ickx, young first in Formula 1

Promoted to Scuderia Ferrari at the age of twenty-three, Jacky Ickx wasted no time in confirming the hopes placed in him, playing for the world title in his first season.

Published on 08/01/2023 à 09:00

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Jacky Ickx before the 1968 Canadian Grand Prix © Manou Zurini / DPPI

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In the heart of the summer of 1967, Stewart held the key to transfers. He hesitates between Ferrari and Tyrrell, who wishes to enter two Matra-Fords in 1968. Discussions are going well, to the point that on July 30, the P4 of the Amon-Stewart crew finished 2nd in the 6 Hours of Brands Hatch, ensuring Ferrari of the world title . A week later, Ickx creates a sensation at the German GP with his Matra F2. Courted in turn by Maranello, the young Belgian initially declined the props