Gordon Johncock

Racing driver

American Hastings, Michigan, U.S.

Quick Info

ProfessionRacing driver
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth05/08/1936
Age90 years (died on 28, Sep, 2026)
BirthplaceHastings, Michigan, U.S.
Date of Death28/09/2026

Latest News about Gordon Johncock

29/09/2026

Gordon Johncock died of natural causes on 28 September 2026 at his home in South Branch, Michigan. He was 90 years old and was remembered as a two-time Indianapolis 500 winner and the 1976 USAC National Champion.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameGordon Walter Johncock
Known ForTwo-time Indianapolis 500 winner and 1976 USAC Championship Car champion
OverviewGordon Johncock was an American racing driver from Hastings, Michigan, known for his success in Indy car racing and his two Indianapolis 500 victories.

Personal Life

ResidenceMichigan, U.S.
Death PlaceSouth Branch, Michigan, U.S.

Career

Disciplines
  • Indy car racing
  • USAC Championship Car racing
  • CART racing
Major Achievements
  • Won the Indianapolis 500 in 1973
  • Won the 1976 USAC Championship Car title
  • Won 25 career IndyCar races
Career Span1960s-1990s

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He began driving at age five on his family farm.
2. He was raised in Hastings, Michigan.
3. He died of natural causes at age 90.
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