Digital technology and gaming have taken race car simulations to incredible new heights over the last couple of years and designers keep raising the bar. Now, thanks to Youtube user helsingPL, we have a digital recreation of the wild ride Robert Kubica took during this year’s Canadian Grand Prix. Interesting to note how the developer has highlighted each safety feature throughout the event. Kubica definitely owes a huge debt to the designers. Oh yes, also to his lucky stars!

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Next up from the Ranta Collection is the 1969 Canadian Grand Prix. I know I was at this one, but at only 2 years old I don’t have any stories. The 90 lap race was won by Jacky Ickx, with Jack Brabham in second and Jochen Rindt taking third spot on the podium.

One of the many good things that came from the days of tobacco sponsorship is the wealth of memorable marketing images. The back cover of the program is home to the Player’s Navy Cut brand.

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