Nicholas Watts is an artist specialising in fine art motorsport and Aviation paintings, including the production of limited edition prints signed by himself and the racing car drivers .
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Formula One rookie, Emerson Fittipaldi, in a Gold Leaf Team Lotus 72 wins his first Grand Prix at the 1970 United States Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, on October 4th. In just his fourth Formula One start, Fittipaldi qualified third and fell to eigth on the opening lap before clawing his way to the front. Fittipaldi who took the victory over Pedro Rodriguez did not realise that he had won the race until he saw the chequered flag.
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Sparing no expense, Ford scored an historic victory at Le Mans in 1966. The Shelby-American entered GT40 MkII driven by Chris Amon and Bruce McLaren was declared the winner, breaking the 3000 mile/125mph barrier for the first time. The image shows the winning car as it passes through White House corner on the final lap with the second and third placed cars.
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The 1966 movie 'Grand Prix', directed by the late John Frankenheimer, was one of the greatest motor racing movies ever made. For many it was a glimpse of the international world of Formula 1 racing. Leading actor James Garner, already a racing enthusiast, immersed himself into the role of Pete Aron. Stints with the then still active F1 Bob Bondurant, and also Jim Russell, prepared him for many of his 'real on-track' scenes. One example was the Brands Hatch 'fireball', which left him bruised and with a cancelled insurance policy. Close to 40 years on, this film is still a great and historically significant racing movie. 'Grand Prix' has stood the test of time.