EPISODE · Aug 6, 2024 · 1H 29M
From a Stewards Point of View: John Bornholdt
from BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show · host The International Motor Racing Research Center
This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, is an extensive lecture by John Bornholdt, often referred to as Johnny B., who shares his experience as a race steward. Johnny B. recounts his 50-year career, starting in 1952 at Sebring through to his involvement in various major racing series, including SCCA and Formula One. He delves into the organization and responsibilities of race stewards, the rules and regulations governing races, the process of handling protests, and ensures the enforcement of justice on the racing track. Additionally, Johnny B. shares historical anecdotes and humorous tales from his time as a steward, illustrating the behind-the-scenes complexities of motor races and the human interactions that shape the sport. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Johnny B's Racing Career 00:02:46 The Role of a Race Steward 00:04:29 Race Organization and Stewards 00:05:04 The 1955 Le Mans Disaster 00:08:51 Protests and Appeals in Racing 00:12:00 Stewards' Decision-Making Process 00:23:09 Training and Selection of Stewards 00:39:06 Humorous Racing Anecdotes 00:48:13 Meeting Rick Gallus 00:48:21 The Circuit Movie Experience 00:48:58 Standing Starts and Rule Changes 00:51:17 Pro Racing vs Club Racing 00:53:48 George Follmer's Accident 00:57:42 The Formula V Protest 01:23:31 The Importance of Timing in Racing 01:25:25 Final Thoughts and Reflections ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
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This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, is an extensive lecture by John Bornholdt, often referred to as Johnny B., who shares his experience as a race steward. Johnny B. recounts his 50-year career, starting in 1952 at Sebring through to his involvement in various major racing series, including SCCA and Formula One. He delves into the organization and responsibilities of race stewards, the rules and regulations governing races, the process of handling protests, and ensures the enforcement of justice on the racing track. Additionally, Johnny B. shares historical anecdotes and humorous tales from his time as a steward, illustrating the behind-the-scenes complexities of motor races and the human interactions that shape the sport.
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