Henry Taylor Is Born

Henry Taylor’s birth on 16 December 1932 preceded a concise but telling Formula One career shaped by privateer machinery and evolving racecraft.

Cooper Claims First Constructors’ Crown

Jack Brabham's 1959 Cooper Coventry Climax T51 F1 car

Cooper sealed its maiden Constructors’ Championship on 12 December 1959, becoming the first team to win the title with a rear-engined car after the decisive race at Sebring.

Brabham Secures First Title

Jack Brabham en

Jack Brabham’s 1959 championship was settled in dramatic style when he pushed his fuel-starved Cooper across the line in the season finale.