French Grand Prix 1964 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Dan Gurney claimed a breakthrough victory at Rouen-les-Essarts, delivering Brabham's first-ever Grand Prix win in commanding fashion. The American driver controlled the race on the challenging French circuit, holding off Graham Hill's BRM to secure a landmark triumph for Jack Brabham's fledgling constructor operation. Gurney's combination of speed and consistency demonstrated that Brabham had successfully made the transition from driver to competitive team owner, validating years of development work.

Hill's second place kept him in championship contention, while team owner Brabham completed the podium in third. Jim Clark's retirement while leading proved costly to his championship hopes, highlighting once again the reliability issues that plagued Lotus throughout 1964. Gurney's victory at the picturesque Rouen circuit, with its demanding mix of fast straights and technical corners, showcased his exceptional versatility and marked him as a race winner capable of challenging the established stars.