King Gustav of Sweden, came to watch the trial runs in the pits, where he met Swedish driver Ronnie Peterson. Monaco Grand Prix 1978. - Photo by Edward Quinn

King Gustav of Sweden, came to watch the trial runs in the pits, where he met Swedish driver Ronnie Peterson. Monaco Grand Prix 1978.

King Gustav of Sweden visited the pits to watch the trial runs for the 1978 Monaco Grand Prix, where he met fellow Swede, driver Ronnie Peterson. The King, wearing a pinstripe blazer and aviator sunglasses, stands in conversation. To the left, Peterson is seen in his racing suit, which is adorned with patches for sponsors including "Goodyear" and "First National City Travelers Checks." The candid moment unfolds amidst the Armco barriers and equipment of the paddock.


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GPMonaco, Racing, Sunglasses

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