Biography

Thierry Boutsen, born on July 13, 1957, in Brussels, Belgium, is a former professional racing driver known for his tenure in Formula 1 during the 1980s and early 1990s. He began his motorsport career in karting and progressed through the ranks of Formula Ford, Formula 3, and Formula 2, showcasing his driving prowess. Boutsen made his Formula 1 debut in 1983 with the Arrows team and later raced for Benetton, Williams, Ligier, and Jordan. Throughout his F1 career, he participated in 164 Grands Prix, achieving three victories, 15 podium finishes, and one pole position. Notably, he secured wins at the 1989 Canadian and Australian Grands Prix and ...Read More