Keke Rosberg
Actor · b. 1948 · Stockholm, Sweden
Keke Rosberg, born on December 6, 1948, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a former Finnish racing driver and the 1982 Formula 1 World Champion. Known for his fearless driving style and charismatic personality, Rosberg achieved significant success in an era marked by intense competition. He began his F1 career in 1978 and rose to fame with the Williams team, where he won his first and only championship in 1982, despite winning only one race that season—a testament to his consistency and skill. Rosberg was known for his aggressive, high-speed driving, setting the fastest lap records, including a remarkable 160 mph lap at Silverstone in 1985. After retiring from Formula 1 in 1986, he remained active in motorsports as a team owner, manager, and mentor to other drivers. He is also the father of Nico Rosberg, who followed in his footsteps to become the 2016 Formula 1 World Champion. Keke Rosberg’s legacy endures as one of Formula 1's most spirited and entertaining drivers, whose impact on the sport continues through his son’s achievements and his ongoing influence in motorsport.
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Movie4.5ActionAdventureAction-comedy about a wealthy man who fakes suicide for the amusement of watching his family and creditors compete for his wealth. Many cameo appearances!
Movie6.0DocumentaryA brilliant and determined Briton, Nigel Mansell, has a season-long battle, not only against the hard-charging Brazilian Ayrton Senna in the JPS Lotus but also Keke 'Ten-tenths' Rosberg and the reigning World Champion Alain Prost in the Marlboro McLarens as well as his Williams Judd Honda team-mate Nelson Piquet. Features all 16 races accompanied by the sharp wit and informed narrative of TV personality Clive James.
1986 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
1986 · 3 votes
Movie4.8DocumentaryThe official FOCA end-of-season video review, featuring comprehensive highlights of all 16 rounds of the 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship. And what a dramatic season it proved to be, with team changes, driver unrest and technical challenges setting the scene for a most unpredictable outcome. Niki Lauda (McLaren) made his comeback, Keke Rosberg replaced Alan Jones for Williams, Riccardo Patrese drove for Brabham alongside Nelson Piquet and Eddie Cheever joined Jacques Lafitte at Talbot-Ligier. Enjoy 90 action-packed minutes of highlights from this extraordinary season, with a sharply observed and highly entertaining commentary by Clive James at his brilliant best.