South Africa
South African · Africa
- Drivers
- 20
- Constructors
- 2
- Circuits
- 2
- Grands Prix
- 1
- Champions
- 1
- Wins
- 10
- Poles
- 3
- Podiums
- 36
- Fastest laps
- 5
- Points
- 282
- WDC titles
- 1
National statistics
| Race entries | 207 |
|---|---|
| Race starts | 190 |
| Wins | 10 |
| Podiums | 36 |
| Pole positions | 3 |
| Fastest laps | 5 |
| Points | 282 |
| World Drivers’ Championships | 1 |
| DNF rate | 37.4% |
| Races held (host) | 23 |
| Host years | 1962–1993 |
Most successful
| Driver | Jody David Scheckter (10 wins) |
|---|---|
| Constructor | Alfa Special (0 wins) |
By decade
| Decade | Starts | Wins | WDC | WCC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 13 | — | — | — |
| 1970s | 134 | 10 | 1 | — |
| 1960s | 43 | — | — | — |
Championship timeline
| Year | Title | Champion |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | WDC | Jody David Scheckter |
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Frequently asked questions
How many Formula 1 drivers are from South Africa?
South Africa has produced 20 Formula 1 drivers by primary nationality, with 10 race wins and 1 World Drivers’ Championship title.
Has South Africa hosted Formula 1 races?
South Africa has hosted 23 Formula 1 races across 2 circuits (1962–1993).
Which South African driver has the most wins?
Jody David Scheckter leads South African drivers with 10 Formula 1 race wins.