1963 F1 Season

The 1963 Formula One season, marking the 17th year of FIA Formula One motor racing, was a showcase of dominance and innovation. Spanning from 26 May to 28 December, the season included the 14th World Championship of Drivers and the sixth International Cup for F1 Manufacturers, alongside numerous non-championship races. Jim Clark, driving for Lotus, clinched his first championship with an impressive seven wins out of ten races, a record that stood unchallenged until the mid-1980s. His nearest competitors were Graham Hill with two wins and John Surtees with a single victory in a revised Ferrari.

One of the notable stories of the season was the ATS venture, initiated by former Ferrari employees. Despite high expectations, the venture was unsuccessful and adversely affected the Grand Prix career of Phil Hill. The season thus stands as a testament to the high stakes and rapid evolution in the technology and competition of Formula One racing during this era.