Jacques Villeneuve is one of Formula 1’s most recognized stars, achieving meteoric success and winning the 1997 World Championship with Williams. Son of the legendary Gilles Villeneuve, Jacques followed in his father’s footsteps, overcoming tragedy to forge his own path in racing. Before F1, he won the North American IndyCar Series and the Indianapolis 500 in 1995, making him one of only three drivers to achieve this ‘triple.’ He later co-founded BAR-Honda, now the dominant Mercedes-AMG F1 team. His career extended to Le Mans, NASCAR’s Daytona 500, and broadcasting for French television. A multilingual racing icon, Jacques remains a key figure in motorsport, continuing to engage with F1 as a commentator and Grand Prix attendee.
Competed in IndyCar (1994–1995) and Formula One (1996–2006).
Won 1997 Formula One World Drivers’ Championship with Williams.
Achieved 11 Formula One Grand Prix victories in 11 seasons.
Won 1995 IndyCar World Series and Indianapolis 500 with Team Green.
First rookie runner-up in Formula One World Championship (1996).
Beat Michael Schumacher to win 1997 F1 title controversially.
Co-founded British American Racing (BAR) in Formula One (1999).
Raced for Williams, BAR, Renault, Sauber, and BMW Sauber.
Competed in NASCAR, sports car racing, and touring car racing.
Won 2008 1000 km of Spa with Peugeot in endurance racing.
Began racing at 17 under an Andorran license in Italy.
Raced in Italian Formula Three and Toyota Atlantic Championship.
Won Rookie of the Year in IndyCar debut season (1994).
Won four IndyCar races, including Indianapolis 500 (1995).
Debuted F1 with Williams in 1996, finishing second in championship.
Finished fifth in 1998, helping Williams secure third place.
Achieved two podiums in 2001 before leaving BAR in 2003.
Raced in Le Mans 24 Hours, finishing second in 2008.
Competed in the Daytona 500 in 2022 with NASCAR.
One of only two drivers in F1, Le Mans, Daytona 500.
Works as a commentator for French television covering F1.
1995 & 1997 – Lou Marsh Trophy for Canada’s top athlete.
1995 & 1997 – Lionel Conacher Award for top male athlete.
1998 – Appointed Officer of the National Order of Quebec.
Inducted into Canadian Motor Sports Hall of Fame.
Inducted into FIA Hall of Fame for F1 champions.
Speaking Topics: Winning, From Indy to F1
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