abstract:Karl Jochen Rindt (April 18, 1942, Mainz, Germany – September 5, 1970, Monza, Italy) was a German racing driver who represented Austria during his career.Aeiou Encyclopedia: "Rindt, Jochen" He is the only driver to posthumously win the Formula One World Drivers' Championship (in ), after being killed in practice for the Italian Grand Prix.
Lotus have a rich history in F1, with a list of former drivers which includes British double world champion Jim Clark, Austrian 1970 title winner JochenRindt and legendary Brazilian racer Ayrton Senna.