Photo: Wikimedia Commons, via Wikimedia Commons
Sports Icons · Community memorial
Chris Amon
July 20, 1943 – August 3, 2016
New Zealand racing driver
Be the first to light a candle.
Their story
Christopher Arthur "Chris" Amon was a New Zealand racing driver. Between 1963 and 1976 he competed in 96 Grands Prix in the Automobile World Championship and achieved 11 podium finishes. He also took part in sports and touring car races and won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966 together with his compatriot Bruce McLaren.
Important dates
- Birthday · July 20
- Anniversary · August 3
Latest lights & memories
lit with love around the world
No memories have been shared yet. Light a candle and be the first to leave one.
Others we remember
Are you family, a foundation or an official representative?
Request to manage or verify this memorial. Verified memorials are marked and their content is maintained with the family or estate.