Graham Hill won the 1962 Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championship and became the first driver to win the Monaco Grand Prix three times.
Hill’s 1962 title came with BRM, whose full name was British Racing Motors. He won four championship races that season, including the Dutch, German, Italian, and South African Grands Prix. His consistency helped him beat Jim Clark in the final standings.
At Monaco, Hill’s victories came in 1963, 1964, and 1965. The achievement earned him the enduring nickname “Mr. Monaco,” reflecting his success on the tight street circuit. Monaco rewards precision and concentration because its barriers leave little room for error.
Hill later won Monaco again in 1968, bringing his total to five victories. He also won the Indianapolis 500 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, making him one of the most versatile champions of his era.