1955- . French racing-car driver. He won 44
races from 168 starts, and was world champion
1985, 1986, and 1989. He raced in Formula One
events from 1980 and he had his first Grand
Prix win 1981 (French GP) driving a Renault.
In 1984 he began driving for the McLaren
team. He is known as `the Professor'. CAREER
HIGHLIGHTS
World champion:
1985 (Marlboro-McLaren)
1986 (Marlboro-McLaren)
1989 (Marlboro-Honda)
Formula One Grand Prix
races: 168
wins: 44 (record)
1st Grand Prix: 1980 Argentine GP (McLaren)