Canadian · Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada · Born 9 April 1971Canadian Formula 1 driver who won the 1997 World Drivers' Championship and remains the only driver to win both the Indianapolis 500 and F1 title
Jacques Villeneuve is the son of legendary Ferrari driver Gilles Villeneuve and the 1997 Formula One World Champion with Williams. Before his F1 title, he won the Indianapolis 500 and the IndyCar championship in 1995, making him one of the most versatile champions in motorsport. His memorable title battle with Michael Schumacher at the 1997 European Grand Prix, which ended with Schumacher's disqualification, remains one of F1's most controversial moments.
1997 Formula 1 World Champion, son of Gilles Villeneuve
How They Played
Aggressive, fearless driving style inherited from father
Lasting Impact
Last Canadian to win F1 championship, versatile racer across multiple series
Career Honours
- Formula 1 World Champion 1997 (Williams)
- CART IndyCar Series Champion 1995
- Indianapolis 500 Winner 1995
- 24 Hours of Le Mans GT class Winner 1997
- British American Racing Team Co-Founder and Driver 1999
- Formula Atlantic Champion 1993
- Formula 1 Rookie of the Year 1996
- PPG Cup (CART) Champion 1995
| Constructor | Season(s) | Races |
|---|---|---|
| Prema Racing (Italian Formula 3) | 1989–1991 | 35 |
| TOM'S (Japanese Formula 3) | 1992 | 10 |
| Forsythe-Green Racing (Formula Atlantic) | 1993 | 12 |
| Forsythe/Green Racing (CART/IndyCar) | 1994 | 16 |
| Team Green (CART/IndyCar) | 1995 | 17 |
| Williams (Formula 1) | 1996–1998 | 48 |
| British American Racing (Formula 1) | 1999–2003 | 80 |
| Renault (Formula 1) | 2004 | 3 |
| Sauber (Formula 1) | 2005 | 17 |
| BMW Sauber (Formula 1) | 2006 | 12 |
| Venturi (Formula E) | 2015–2016 | 5 |
| Career Total | — | 255 |
Canadian Athletes