
Race with Infamy
On June 11, 1955, Lance Macklin became a central player in motor racing''s worst tragedy. Not only did that day at Le Mans scar him forever, but it went on to become his most lasting legacy. Who, many over the years have asked, was that ''gentleman driver'' in the Healey?
One thing''s for sure: he was no amateur. That day overshadowed the remarkable career of one of British racing''s leading lights...
On June 11, 1955, Lance Macklin became a central player in motor racing''s worst tragedy. Not only did that day at Le Mans scar him forever, but it went on to become his most lasting legacy. Who, many over the years have asked, was that ''gentleman driver'' in the Healey?
One thing''s for sure: he was no amateur. That day overshadowed the remarkable career of one of British racing''s leading lights...