Jerry Unser Jr.
Jeremy Michael Unser Jr. (November 15, 1932 – May 17, 1959) was an American racecar driver. He was the 1957 USAC Stock Car champion.
Formula One World Championship career | |
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Active years | 1958–1959 |
Teams | Kuzma, Kurtis Kraft |
Races | 2 (1 start) |
Championships | 0 |
Wins | 0 |
Podiums | 0 |
Career points | 0 |
Pole positions | 0 |
Fastest laps | 0 |
First race | 1958 Indianapolis 500 |
Last race | 1959 Indianapolis 500 |
He died in a practice crash before the 1959 Indianapolis 500 on May 17, 1959.[1]
His brothers Al and Bobby and his nephew Al Jr. have won the "500". His son Johnny and nephew Robby have also competed in the race.[2]
References
- ↑ "Driver Jerry Unser Dies of Crash Burns (May 18, 1959)". chicagotribune.com. Retrieved 16 September 2017.
- ↑ "Unser Racing Museum - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico". www.unserracingmuseum.com. Archived from the original on 11 February 2015. Retrieved 16 September 2017.