Why Ken Miles Did Not Win the 1966 Le Mans: The Untold Story

Discover the reasons behind Ken Miles' controversial finish at the 1966 Le Mans race.

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Ken Miles did not officially win the 1966 Le Mans. Although he was leading when instructed to slow down for a photo-finish tie with other Ford cars, the regulations awarded the victory to Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon because their car had started farther back on the grid, thus covering a greater distance.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Who was Ken Miles? Ken Miles was a British-American sports car racing engineer and driver known for his successes at the wheel of Ford cars.
  2. What happened at the 1966 Le Mans? The 1966 Le Mans is famous for its controversial finish, where Ken Miles was leading but was instructed to slow down for a photo finish, resulting in a loss.
  3. Why is the 1966 Le Mans significant? The 1966 Le Mans is significant for its intense rivalry between Ford and Ferrari, and the dramatic events that questioned the integrity of the race.
  4. Who won the 1966 Le Mans race? Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon officially won the 1966 Le Mans, despite Ken Miles leading at the time due to a strategic decision by Ford.

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