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Timo Glock F1 stats & info
| Name | Timo Glock |
| Country |  Germany |
| Height | 1.69 meter / 5 feet 7 inch |
| Place of Birth | Lindenfels |
| Date of Birth | Mar 18th 1982 - 42 years old |
| Season Entries | 6 |
| Car Number | 24 |
| First Race | 2004 Canadian F1 GP |
| Last Race | 2012 Brazilian F1 GP |
| Best Qualifying | 2nd - 2009 Bahrain F1 GP |
| Best Result | 2nd - (2 times) |
| F1 Teams History | Jordan (2004) Toyota (2008-2009) Virgin Racing (2010-2011) Manor (2012) |
Timo Glock F1 Stats | |
| Grand Prix Entries | 95 |
| Grand Prix Starts | 91 |
| Total Points | 51.00 |
| Avg. Points per GP | 0.54 |
| Grand Prix Wins | 0 |
| Pole Positions | 0 |
| Front Row Starts | 1 (1,1%) |
| Avg. GP Grid | 17.3 |
| GP Podiums | 3 (3,2%) |
| GP Fastest Laps | 1 (1,1%) |
| GP Points Finish | 14 (14,7%) |
| Avg. GP Position | 13.7 |
| GP Retirements | 21 (22,1%) |
| GP DNF's | 17 (17,9%) |
| Total GP Laps | 4.751 |
Biography
Timo Glock Biography
Nico Hulkenberg and Timo Glock (right) in 2012 at Silverstone
Timo Glock, born on March 18, 1982, in Germany, is a former Formula One driver who had a prolific career in motorsports. He began his racing career in the early 1990s in the karting world and quickly rose through the ranks to become a professional driver. In 2004, Glock made his debut in Formula One with the Jordan team, and from there on, his career took off.
Glock's stint with the Toyota team was his most successful period in Formula One. He drove for the team from 2008 to 2009 and finished in the points on many occasions. In 2009, he achieved his first podium in Formula One at the Singapore Grand Prix. Glock finished second in that race, which was also his team's first podium in almost four years.
Despite his achievements, Glock's Formula One career was not without its challenges. In 2010, Glock moved to the new Virgin Racing team, which was struggling to be competitive in the sport. He persevered, however, and played a crucial role in helping the team progress. In 2012, Glock moved to Marussia, where he raced until 2013.
Timo Glock 2nd at 2008 F1 GP Hungary
One of the most remarkable moments in Timo Glock's career happened in the Brazilian Grand Prix of 2008. Timo Glock's team instructed him to switch to dry tires, which was not suitable for the wet track conditions. As a result, Glock's speed slowed down, and Hamilton caught up to him. In the final stages of the race, Glock, who was struggling with grip, allowed Hamilton to pass him on the last lap. This secured the fifth-place finish Hamilton needed to win the championship. This incident remains one of the most memorable moments in the history of the sport, sparking debate and controversy.
Despite leaving Formula One in 2013, Glock has continued to be a significant figure in the motorsport world. He has since gone on to become a commentator and pundit for various motorsport events, and he remains a popular and respected figure in the industry. His success and determination in Formula One have inspired many, and he continues to be an inspiration to young drivers who aspire to follow in his footsteps.
Seasons
Timo Glock Final Championship Results
| 2004 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19th | 10th | 10th | 26th | 22nd | 21st |
Timo Glock F1 Seasons Summary
| Year | Team | Engine | GP | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Pod | Pole | Laps | FL | Avg Pts | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 |
 Manor | Cosworth | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1098 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 2011 |
Virgin Racing | Cosworth | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 831 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 2010 |
Virgin Racing | Cosworth | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 822 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 2009 |
 Toyota | Toyota | 14 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 807 | 1 | 1.71 | 24 |
| 2008 |
Toyota | Toyota | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 950 | 0 | 1.39 | 25 |
| 2004 |
 Jordan | Ford | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 243 | 0 | 0.50 | 2 |
Races
Timo Glock F1 GP Race Classifications
| 2nd | 2 Times |
| 3rd | 1 Time |
| 4th | 3 Times |
| 6th | 2 Times |
| 7th | 5 Times |
| 8th | 1 Time |
| 9th | 4 Times |
| 10th | 3 Times |
| 11th | 4 Times |
| 12th | 3 Times |
| 13th | 1 Time |
| 14th | 5 Times |
| 15th | 6 Times |
| 16th | 5 Times |
| 17th | 5 Times |
| 18th | 10 Times |
| 19th | 6 Times |
| 20th | 3 Times |
| 21st | 3 Times |
| 22nd | 1 Time |
| DNF | 17 Times |
| NC | 1 Time |
| DNS | 4 Times |
Timo Glock F1 GP Race Results
Podiums
Timo Glock F1 Podium Finishes
| Year | Race | No | Team | Engine | Grid | Pos | Retired | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2009 | 2009 Singapore F1 GP | 10 | Toyota | Toyota | 6 | 2 | 8 | |
| 2 | 2009 | 2009 Malaysian F1 GP | 10 | Toyota | Toyota | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| 1 | 2008 | 2008 Hungarian F1 GP | 12 | Toyota | Toyota | 5 | 2 | 8 |
Comparison
Timo Glock Teammate Comparison
| Year | Team | Team Mate | Best Pos | Points | Wins | Poles | Pos | Quali | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Jordan | Nick Heidfeld | 7 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 2008 | Toyota | Jarno Trulli | 2 | 3 | 25 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 14 |
| 2009 | Toyota | Jarno Trulli | 2 | 2 | 24 | 30.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 11 |
| 2010 | Virgin Racing | Lucas di Grassi | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 8 | 16 | 3 |
| 2011 | Virgin Racing | Jérôme d'Ambrosio | 15 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 15 | 4 |
| 2012 | Manor | Charles Pic | 12 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 7 | 12 | 8 |
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