Stewart Lewis-Evans, (10) Connaught B. With white hat Tony Vandervell, head of the Vanwall Formula One racing team. Grand Prix Monaco 1957. When Vandervell was asked why he ploughed his fortune into building a British Grand Prix team he said, dismissively, 'Some people play golf; I play cars.' B But for him it was a lot more serious than that: the honour of Great Britain was at stake, and he was determined to beat Ferrari and Maserati. (Moss Racing Life p.18)1.) Tony Vandervell could be a difficult man, but as long as his cars were winning he was happy. (Moss Racing Life p.18)3
Stewart Lewis-Evans pilots his Connaught B, number 10, through a turn on the sun-drenched street circuit of the 1957 Monaco Grand Prix. Spectators watch from behind a rustic wooden barrier as the race car speeds past a shop sign for "TABAC SOUVENIRS". Standing close to the action on the edge of the road is Tony Vandervell, head of the Vanwall Formula One team, distinguished by his white hat. The bright sun casts strong shadows, capturing the dynamic atmosphere of mid-century motor racing.
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