Stock Photo - Chris Amon and Jackie Stewart at the British Grand Prix, Silverstone, Northamptonshire, 1967. Amon took third place in his Ferrari, while a transmission problem forced Stewart's BRM out after 20 laps. Scottish motor racing driver Jackie Stewart began his Formula 1 career in 1965, winning the Italian Grand Prix in his debut season. In a career lasting until 1973, he won a then record 27 Grands Prix, as well as three World Drivers' Championships, in 1969, 1971 and 1973. After suffering a serious accident in 1966, Stewart became a prominent campaigner for improved safety in motor racing. In 1997 he returned to Formula 1 as owner of his own team. New Zealander Chris Amon drove in 108 Grands Prix between 1963 and 1976, with his best finishes being second on three occasions.