UK
- Races
- 4
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P7
Prince BIRA
ThaiBorn Jul 15, 1914
0
Championships
0
Race Wins
0
Podiums
0
Pole Positions
19
Races
8
Career Points
Career answer
Prince Bira F1 career at a glance
Across 1950-1954, Prince Bira has 19 recorded Formula 1 race starts, 0 wins, 0 podiums, 0 pole positions, and 8 career points. The best recorded championship result is P8 in 1950 with Maserati.
About
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Prince Bira was a Thai Formula 1 driver active in the early 1950s. Over 19 World Championship races, he scored a total of eight points without securing wins, podiums, or pole positions. His career included stints with Connaught, Simca, and Maserati teams.
Notably, Prince Bira completed all his races without a single retirement, resulting in a 0.0% DNF rate, which is exceptional for the era. Despite no podium finishes, his average positions gained per race stood at +1.05, indicating consistent progress during events. His career spanned 76 years from debut to retirement, reflecting a prolonged involvement in motorsport beyond active competition.
Prince Bira’s win and podium rates remained at zero, and he did not achieve notable success in wet weather conditions. His career is significant as one of the earliest Asian drivers in Formula 1, competing during a period dominated by European drivers and teams.
Career Statistics
0
Championships
0
Race Wins
0
Podiums
0
Pole Positions
19
Races
8
Career Points
9
DNFs
Win Rate0.0%
Podium Rate0.0%
Pole Rate0.0%
P12.1
Avg Finish Position
P13.1
Avg Grid Position
Points Progression
1954
3P17
1953
0P?
1952
0P?
1951
0P?
1950
5P8
Circuit Records
Switzerland
- Races
- 2
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P4
Italy
- Races
- 2
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P11
Spain
- Races
- 2
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P9
Belgium
- Races
- 2
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P6
France
- Races
- 2
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P4
Germany
- Races
- 2
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P11
Monaco
- Races
- 1
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P5
France
- Races
- 1
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P13
Argentina
- Races
- 1
- Wins
- -
- Podiums
- -
- Best
- P7
| Circuit | Races | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Silverstone CircuitUK | 4 | - |
| Circuit BremgartenSwitzerland | 2 | - |
| Autodromo Nazionale di MonzaItaly | 2 | - |
| Circuit de PedralbesSpain | 2 | - |
| Circuit de Spa-FrancorchampsBelgium | 2 | - |
| Reims-GueuxFrance | 2 | - |
| NürburgringGermany | 2 | - |
| Circuit de MonacoMonaco | 1 | - |
| Rouen-Les-EssartsFrance | 1 | - |
| Autódromo Juan y Oscar GálvezArgentina | 1 | - |
Race Results(19 races)
Grid
15
+/-
+6
Points
0
Status
FIN
Grid
19
+/-
+8
Points
0
Status
Steering
Grid
10
+/-
-10
Points
0
Status
Accident
Grid
6
+/-
+2
Points
3
Status
FIN
Grid
13
+/-
+7
Points
0
Status
FIN
Grid
10
+/-
+3
Points
0
Status
FIN
Grid
23
+/-
+12
Points
0
Status
FIN
Grid
15
+/-
-11
Points
0
Status
Suspension
Grid
19
+/-
+12
Points
0
Status
FIN
Grid
11
+/-
-7
Points
0
Status
Differential
Grid
10
+/-
-1
Points
0
Status
FIN
Grid
7
+/-
-6
Points
0
Status
Axle
Grid
18
+/-
+8
Points
0
Status
FIN
Grid
11
+/-
+2
Points
0
Status
Engine
Grid
19
+/-
-
Points
0
Status
Engine
Grid
15
+/-
-10
Points
0
Status
Engine
Grid
8
+/-
+4
Points
3
Status
FIN
Grid
15
+/-
+10
Points
2
Status
FIN
Grid
5
+/-
-9
Points
0
Status
Out of fuel
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Prince Bira F1 stats FAQ
How many world championships does Prince Bira have?
Prince Bira has won 0 Formula 1 World Championships.
What is Prince Bira's F1 win rate?
Prince Bira's Formula 1 win rate is 0.0% (0 wins from 19 race starts).
How many F1 races has Prince Bira started?
Prince Bira has 19 recorded Formula 1 race starts, with 0 podiums and 0 pole positions.
What is Prince Bira's best F1 championship finish?
Prince Bira's best recorded Drivers' Championship finish is P8, achieved in 1950 with Maserati.
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