French Grand Prix 1970 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Jochen Rindt continued his devastating form with a second consecutive victory at the French Grand Prix, held on the challenging Charade circuit near Clermont-Ferrand. The Austrian maestro once again demonstrated the Lotus 72's superiority on the demanding mountainous track, which featured dramatic elevation changes and a mix of fast and slow corners. Chris Amon delivered an excellent drive to finish second for March, while Jack Brabham claimed the final podium position in what would be his last season in Formula 1.

The Charade circuit, set in the volcanic hills of the Auvergne region, provided a stern test of both driver and machine. Rindt's victory was built on qualifying superiority and flawless race execution, as he pulled away from the field in the opening laps and was never seriously challenged. The Lotus 72's advanced aerodynamics and superior handling gave Rindt a decisive advantage through the circuit's flowing sections, while his own exceptional skill made the difference in the slower, more technical corners.

Amon's second place was a highlight in a career marked by terrible luck and unreliability, the talented New Zealander finally enjoying a trouble-free run to the podium. Brabham's third place demonstrated the veteran's continued competitiveness, though at 44 years old, he had already decided this would be his final season. Rindt's victory extended his championship lead and confirmed the Lotus 72 as the car to beat. The French Grand Prix marked another step toward what seemed an inevitable championship triumph, though fate would intervene tragically before the season's end.