Brian Redman is one of the top drivers of his era and also the winner of the inaugural Long Beach Grand Prix back in 1975. On the 50th Anniversary of the event, we got a chance to sit down with him at the media luncheon and have him reflect on how he got to Victory Lane that day. He also regales us with racing stories of the 60’s and 70’s and how he coped with the extreme danger of those times. He also reveals to us his favorite race track and race car. A true gentleman and icon in the world of international motorsport, he exudes class, enthusiasm and passion. Enjoy!
By Larry Mason
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Brian Redman is as friendly as he looks and can weave together fascinating stories of years gone by at the world’s greatest race tracks.
photo: Albert Wong
It’s fantastic to be able to record the stories that Brian Redman tells. Especially the one here at Long Beach where he tells us how he earned one of his most famous wins – the inaugural Long Beach Grand Prix!
FastLane Racing School’s podcast host, Larry Mason, asks a question as Redman listens intently. The main thing to do here is just let Brian talk!
Brian Redman holds up a bottle of 50th Anniversary Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach wine while standing in front of the official artwork for this year’s race. Notice on his right is his race-winning Boraxo Lola. Also notice the Union Jack on his helmet design.
A Brian Redman Boraxo Lola T332 F5000 race car draws a crowd of onlookers in the expo area at the 50th Anniversary of the Grand Prix.
Interview and photos Copyright © by Larry Mason (unless otherwise noted)