Ken Wharton

Ken Wharton (21 March 1916 – 12 January 1957) was a British racing driver and rally driver. He was a versatile competitor, achieving success in various forms of motorsport during the 1950s.

Wharton's career began in trials and hillclimbs before transitioning to circuit racing. He became known for his speed and aggressive driving style. He was a four-time British Hill Climb Champion (1951, 1952, 1953, and 1954), driving a Cooper-Bristol.

Wharton participated in 15 Formula One World Championship Grands Prix, debuting on 14 July 1952. He achieved a best result of fourth place at the 1954 Argentine Grand Prix, driving for Scuderia Ferrari. He also raced for Cooper and Vanwall in Formula One.

Beyond Formula One, Wharton also enjoyed success in sports car racing, competing in events such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He won the 1953 Goodwood Nine Hours race driving a Ferrari.

Ken Wharton died in a racing accident at a sports car race in Ardmore, New Zealand, in 1957.