60 years on – the world championship pioneers

This week marks the 60th anniversary of the very first race of the inaugural Formula One World Championship. Over the course of the seven-round 1950 season – which included the Indianapolis 500 in the US – 46 drivers competed.

Just six, however, lasted the distance, taking part in all six European races. We take a look back on how each fared that year, and what they went on to achieve…