Entertaining and charismatic Austrian who drove for Ferrari and McLaren during the 1980s and 1990s, a reliable front-runner and frequent race winner who never quite captured the world title.
Gerhard Berger was one of Formula One's most respected and entertaining drivers, winning 10 Grand Prix across stints with Ferrari and McLaren during the late 1980s and 1990s. A physically powerful Austrian known for his bravery and spectacular overtakes, Berger was also famous for his practical jokes, most notably on teammate Ayrton Senna at McLaren. His partnership with Senna produced one of F1's most compelling driver pairings.
Fast, aggressive driving style and 10 Formula 1 race victories
How They Played
Aggressive, fast driver with strong racecraft and ability to perform in difficult conditions
Lasting Impact
One of Austria's most successful F1 drivers, known for his speed and racecraft