In 1967, Jean Guichet was part of Ferrari’s endurance racing team that countered Ford’s historic dominance the year before. At the 1967 24 Hours of Daytona, Guichet’s co-pilot was the late Pedro Rodriguez, who would have been 80 this month. Automobilist recently interviewed Jean Guichet and discussed his racing legacy, his passion for performance, and what it was like to drive with Pedro Rodriguez.

On July 17, 1964, Englishman Donald Campbell made motoring history by becoming the first person to break the 400-mile-per hour barrier in a wheel-driven vehicle. He needed less than 18 seconds to get it done. With the rubber ripped clean off his tires, Campbell piloted the jet-propelled Bluebird-Proteus CN7 over a 12-mile salt-flat track in Lake Eyre, Australia.

By the time of the 2000 French Grand Prix, David Coulthard, racing for West McLaren Mercedes, was 2 points ahead of teammate / two times Champion Mika Häkkinen, and just within striking distance from the leader Michael Schumacher. The events that transpired during the race would represent the respectful rivalry between Coulthard and Schumacher for the remainder of the season, as well as a few to come.

Sports dynasties aren’t born; they’re forged. To win consistently requires an alchemy of talent, resources, and commitment that only the greatest teams possess. Whenever a dynasty is crowned, in any sport, fans instinctively pause to reflect on the improbability of the feat – and to tip their hats in awe.