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[26] The name Jarno became very popular in Italy in the 1970s, one well-known bearer being former Formula-1 driver Jarno Trulli. Auto. [6] At the age of 15 he worked as apprentice and test-rider for Tunturi-Puch, motorcycle factory in Turku where mopeds and motorcycles were assembled under licence from the Austrian Puch manufacturer. His widow Soili was invited to Japan for the event, where Yamaha Motor President Yoshihiro Hidaka gave a nearly 50-year-old album containing photos of her and Saarinen to her with his heartfelt thanks. [2] He remains the only Finn to have won a motorcycle road racing world championship. One month after the 'Imola 200' in 1973, Jarno Saarinen and Renzo Pasolini were tragically killed during the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Jarno Saarinen - 1945-1973. Il avait de réelles chances de devenir champion du monde. [2] On 4 August 1968 he made his Grand Prix debut at Imatra, riding a 125cc Puch to an 11th place in the Finnish Grand Prix, in which he was lapped three times by world champions Phil Read and Bill Ivy. As a tribute to the remarkable and highly influential Finn, Motorsport Retro plans quite a few more stories on Jarno Saarinen. Photo: Bernd Fischer May 20, 1973. [6], In 1965 Saarinen won the 250cc Finnish ice racing national championship. [6] The impact knocked off his helmet and he sustained fatal head injuries. [1][11] He finished second in 350cc World Championship, giving defending champion Giacomo Agostini a strong challenge by winning three races, including a victory at the German Grand Prix held at the daunting Nürburgring race track, where Saarinen defeated Agostini for the first time in a head to head race. 0:21. [4][7] In 1969 he won the 125cc and 250cc Finnish motorcycle national championships while acting as his own mechanic. The story of Jarno Saarinen - 'a truly brilliant rider'. [6] The race was stopped and the following 500cc race was cancelled in the aftermath of the accident. Jarno in the USA. On August 4 and 5, the Imatra Motorklub (IMK) organised a celebration event for the 75th anniversary of its founding and the 50th anniversary of the Imatra circuit, created in 1962 and a Grand Prix venue from 1964 until 1982. 51:22. Incidentally, ’73 was the first year the race utilized a chicane on the back straight. Jarno Saarinen - Against the Odds. [6], In 1971, Giacomo Agostini was the reigning three-time 350cc world champion riding for MV Agusta however, Saarinen served notice by winning his first 350cc Grand Prix race in Czechoslovakia after Agostini's motorcycle had a mechanical failure. In March of 1973 Yamaha brought 1972 250cc World Champion Jarno Saarinen to Daytona International Speedway to race its new water-cooled TZ350 at what was then America’s most important motorcycle race, the Daytona 200. Beatrice Lawrence. 1972 World 250cc Motorcycle Champion. [14] At the time, the Daytona 200 was considered one of the most prestigious motorcycle races in the world. [7] The collision caused a chain reaction accident in which more than 14 riders were involved including; Hideo Kanaya, Walter Villa, Victor Palomo, Fosco Giansanti, Börje Jansson and Chas Mortimer with several of them suffering serious injuries. [8] Saarinen rode at the Ontario Champion Sparkplugs Classic in 1972, aboard a privately entered ex-works Al Godin Yamaha 350cc. modérateur du forum Benelli, nous a permis de publier ici son hommage à Jarno qui a été très apprécié par Soili . Pilote innovant par son style et les réglages de sa machine, comme son célèbre guidon incliné, le seul Champion du monde de course sur circuit routier marqua la discipline avec ses quinze victoires, toutes sur Yamaha, et son triomphe aux Daytona 200 sur une 350. [2] When he arrived at Monza, Saarinen had complained about the guardrails but, no action was taken. Enterprise. [11] After the world championship season ended, Saarinen traveled to Great Britain where he won the Race of the Year invitational held at Mallory Park.[13]. ( Log Out / At the end of the season, Saarinen negotiated with the Benelli factory about the possibility of riding 350cc and 500cc Benellis in the world championships. [7] The factory sponsorship also meant that he was provided with mechanics for his motorcycles, freeing him to concentrate on racing. Saarinen's 1973 season started well, as he became the first European rider to win the prestigious Daytona 200 race in the United States on a Yamaha TZ 350 against much larger 750cc capacity opposition. The best Finnish motorcycle racer of all time, and one of the greatest ever. Featuring Imola 200 and Tribute to Saarinen, this two-part compilation disc is introduced by six-times World Champion Geoff Duke OBE. philxp. [2][7] The Monza Circuit, first opened in 1922, was fast and lined with steel barriers which left no room for error for motorcycle racers. Change ), Indianapolis, Indiana The second part of this DVD, Tribute to Saarinen, gives further insight into the undisputed talent of the man who many believed would become one of the greatest ever racers. [7][20][22], The tragedy at Monza was a shock to the motorcycle racing community. [13], (key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; races in italics indicate fastest lap), for cars during the previous year's Formula One season. Vainqueur du GP250 d'Allemagne suivant, il est privé d'un potentiel doublé à cause d'une casse de chaîne sur sa 500. [5] There is still an active Saarinen fan club in Italy, and on 7 June 2014 the fan club promoted the opening of Jarno Saarinen Park in Petrignano, Assisi, Italy. Broadcast your events with reliable, high-quality live streaming. Screen Recorder. Saarinen remains the only Finn to have won a motorcycle road racing world championship, winning 15 Grands Prix during his career. Jarno Saarinen- Tribute to the best. Georgie Wooldridge. The talent Finnish rider won the race over Kel Carruthers and Jim Evans giving Yamaha its second straight podium sweep of… Jarno Karl Keimo Saarinen (11 December 1945 – 20 May 1973) was a Finnish professional Grand Prix motorcycle road racer. Sunday Ride Classic 2013 Le départ des Champions donné par la compagne de Jarno Saarinen. 2017 © Rider Files. Alongside is second-place finisher Kel Carruthers (right) and rookie Jim Evans who scored third. Duke Video. Sur sa phénoménale lancée, Jarno Saarinen remporte justement les deux premiers Grand Prix de 1973 en France et en Autriche, dans les deux catégories 250 et 500. [6] He and his close friend Teuvo Länsivuori participated in ice racing and grasstrack racing as well as road racing. The great Renzo Pasolini on the Benelli 250 led the original "Flying Fin" Jarno Saarinen & the Yamaha TZ250 down the straight in the 250 Monza Grand Prix. 59:24. [7], Saarinen competed in his first full year in the 1970 250cc championship while continuing to act as his own mechanic. [12] The Yamaha factory gave him the second 250cc Yamaha TD-3 (YZ635) after Barry Sheene complained about its performance at the third round in Austria. ( Log Out / Born December 1945. [6] Saarinen made his racing debut in an ice race at Ylone in 1961, finishing in second place. [1], Saarinen's success didn't go unnoticed as Yamaha contracted him to ride their 250cc and 350cc motorcycles for the 1972 season. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. In terms of technological advances, Yamaha elected to play it closer to the vest, introducing water-cooled versions of the TZ350, but the ace up Yamaha’s sleeve would come in the person of Finnish road racing sensation Jarno Saarinen, the 1972 250cc World Champion, destined to meet with an untimely death little more than two months later. Read more feature stories here philxp. [1][7], After sitting out the 1973 Isle of Man TT which most of the top racers boycotted due to safety concerns, Saarinen arrived at the Nations Grand Prix leading both the 250cc and 500cc championships. Jarno Saarinen était devant Read et Agostini avant le GP des Nations à Monza. [1] In the early 1970s, he was considered one of the most promising and talented motorcycle racers of his era until he was killed during the 1973 Nations Grand Prix in Italy. [7][13] The Yamaha factory reacted to the possibility of losing their star rider by signing Saarinen to a factory-backed sponsorship to compete on the newly developed YZR500 for the 1973 season. [2][3][4] Saarinen's death led to increased demands for better safety conditions for motorcycle racers competing in the world championships. [16][17], Saarinen jumped to an early lead in the 1973 world championships by scoring a double victory at the season-opening French Grand Prix. Make social videos in an instant: use custom templates to tell the right story for your business. Jarno Saarinen- Tribute to the best. Saarinen competed in both 250cc and 350cc classes in 1971, finishing third in 250cc World Championship and second to Agostini in the 350cc class. I had a ridiculous ride from Broomall, PA (worked at Cycle City) to see this race on my 1970 BSA Victor Special (one cylinder thumper) My ass was so sore, I could barely get off my bike. inducted Saarinen into the MotoGP Hall of Fame. [18][19][20] Most auto racers believed steel barriers would improve safety for auto racers and spectators, but they had the opposite effect for motorcyclists. [2], Saarinen was noted for his riding style in which he kept his chest just above the motorcycle's fuel tank, and for the way he negotiated curves by shifting his body towards the inside of a turn while extending his knee out. [6], Over the years, the cause of the accident was the subject to significant controversy. Saarinen was inducted into the F.I.M. (317) 852-6390 Monza has three slow chicanes on the circuit, but is not present on either calendar. [6] After a secret test ride at Modena, he rode Benellis to victories over Agostini in the 350cc and 500cc races at the Pesaro street circuit. MotoGP Hall of Fame in 2009. Video: The video is a piece from a Saarinen fan and features some great photos and haunting footage from the tragic race at Monza in 1973. [7] The steel guardrails lining the circuit were installed as a result of demands by automobile racers following an accident which occurred during the 1961 Italian Grand Prix when racing driver Wolfgang von Trips and 15 spectators were killed. Saarinen rewarded Yamaha's faith in him by winning the 250cc World Championship in a tight season-long battle with Renzo Pasolini and Rod Gould. [1] He continued his winning streak by winning the 250cc German Grand Prix but, then failed to finish the 500cc race when his chain broke while challenging Read for the lead. [22] The original cause of the crash was attributed to a spill left on the track during the 350cc race when Walter Villa's Benelli began smoking and leaking oil on the penultimate lap. Jarno Saarinen 250cc Pyynikin ajot 1971. Mal, als Jarno Saarinen und Renzo Pasolini in der ersten Runde des 250er-Rennens ihr Leben lassen mussten. The talent Finnish rider won the race over Kel Carruthers and Jim Evans giving Yamaha its second straight podium sweep of the 200. 3:24. When the newly crowned world 250 champion ventured to Ontario Motor Speedway outside LA in late 1972, little did he know that the torch he had lit would be passed on to a promising 22-year-old dirt-tracker from Modesto. Fatal crashes have still occurred in the 21st century, but at a much reduced rate compared to TT racing. Interested in racing from a very early age and rode in the unique ice races of Northern Europe, becoming Finland champion in 1965. He began Grand Prix racing in 1970 and in 1971 came 2nd in the World 250cc Championship. 3:56. [9][10] Saarinen was also noted for the peculiar style in which he angled his handlebars in an almost vertical position. En fait, ça me trotte depuis longtemps dans la tête, mais des circonstances récentes ont servi de déclencheur : je me dois de raconter l'histoire de celui qui pour moi est le plus grand pilote moto de tous les temps : Jarno Saarinen. 3:36. In terms of technological advances, Yamaha elected to play it closer to the vest, introducing water-cooled versions of the TZ350, but the ace up Yamaha’s sleeve would come in the person of Finnish road racing sensation Jarno Saarinen, the 1972 250cc World Champion, destined to meet with an untimely death little more than two months later. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. [11][25] Although the competing series failed to take off due to difficulties in securing enough venues, it forced the FIM to take the riders' demands seriously and make changes regarding their safety. a duplicate of the statue was also revealed at Turku's Aurajoki Beach in Barker Park. Jarno Saarinen – 1945-1973 Jarno Saarinen was born in Turku in December 1945, and studied to become a mechanical engineer before taking up ice-racing, as much a kindergarten for Finnish bikers as go … Jarno Saarinen DVDs and Downloads Relive the extraordinary talent and tragically short-lived career of Jarno Saarinen on Download and DVD. [1] The threat from Saarinen's performance was so strong that the previously dominant MV Agusta factory was forced to produce a new 350cc motorcycle for Agostini. Jarno Saarinen wins the 1972 250cc Belgium Grand Prix. [6] Pasolini's motorcycle then bounced back onto the circuit and struck Saarinen on his head. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. (Courtesy DIS). [2], The death of Gilberto Parlotti at the 1972 Isle of Man TT and the deaths of Saarinen and Pasolini in 1973 highlighted the need for improved safety standards for motorcycle racers. This would mark the beginning of an era of increased professionalism and improving safety standards in the sport. The street in front of the Italian motorcycle manufacturer Benelli's factory in Pesaro is named Via Jarno Saarinen. [5], Jarno Saarinen was born and grew up in Turku, Southern Finland. Record and instantly share video messages from your browser. Live Streaming. Jarno Saarinen est passé très vite du stade pilote espoir au stade de pilote légende, et fut le premier en 1973 en tant que non-américain à empocher à Daytona et à Imola les 200 miles avec sa 350 TZ. The situation reached a breaking point in 1979 when, the reigning 500cc world champion Kenny Roberts and journalist Barry Coleman attempted to break the FIM hegemony by organizing many of the top racers to begin the process of establishing a rival motorcycle championship called the World Series. About five months later, Saarinen, 27, was killed in a horrific crash on the first lap of the 250cc Italian Grand Prix on May 20, 1973, just when he was on the cusp of true greatness. ( Log Out / [13] Race officials failed to remove the spillage prior to the 250cc race, and one rider, John Dodds, made his concerns known to authorities, only to meet with threats of ejection from the circuit by police. For more on Jarno Saarinen: Debut win in the GP500! Jarno Saarinen (center) celebrates his victory in the 1973 Daytona 200. Jarno Saarinen wins the 1972 250cc Belgium Grand Prix. [15] He returned to Europe where, against an impressive field of competitors, he claimed a victory at the prestigious Imola 200 pre-season invitational race, once again defeating competitors on larger motorcycles with the TZ350. Race circuits began replacing the steel guardrails that lined the tracks and creating safe run-off areas. [23] The Yamaha factory went further by withdrawing from racing for the rest of the year to honor Saarinen's memory. [1][7] He followed this with another double victory at the Austrian Grand Prix held at the fast Salzburgring circuit. Jarno Saarinen restera également dans l'Histoire comme ayant été le premier pilote non-Américain à s'imposer sur les 200 Miles de Daytona, en 1973. Jarno Saarinen, né à Turku en Finlande, est devenu en peu de temps une légende du Continental Circus. On episode 284 of the #AskGaryVee Show, the amazing Finnish filmmaker and stunt performer, Jarno Laasala stops by, and we talk about:- How Jarno got into filmm. 0:21. [2][7] He would also defend his 250cc world championship for the Yamaha factory. [1][7] He convinced three bank managers to fund his racing career under the mistaken belief that they were financing his education. Jean Huppert. Jarno Saarinen aurait dû fêter aujourd'hui ses 70 ans, mais l'un des accidents les plus tragiques du Championnat du Monde a brisé le parcours de ce jeune prodige. [11] He finished the season in fourth place despite missing the final three rounds of the championship to complete his education by graduating as an engineer from the Turku Technical Institute. Saarinen was the 1972 250cc World Champion and the first Finn to win a world title. [13] Two of the sports best riders had been lost and the factory racing teams of Suzuki, MV Agusta, Harley Davidson, and Yamaha joined together to demand safer conditions at race tracks. [7] His riding style influenced future world champion, Kenny Roberts, when he witnessed Saarinen during a race at the Ontario Motor Speedway in 1973. In dieser Woche jährte sich der schreckliche Unfall von Monza 1973 zum 47. [20][21], On the first lap of the 250cc race, tragedy struck when the second-placed rider, Renzo Pasolini's motorcycle lurched sideways and crashed into the guardrail, killing him instantly. Jarno Saarinen - 1945-1973. [6] Saarinen was also an accomplished motorcycle speedway racer. 3:24. [11] Dedicated race tracks of the time were also dangerous for motorcycle racers due to the steel trackside barriers preferred by car racers. [1][6] He then finished second to Agostini in the Finnish Grand Prix before winning the Nations Grand Prix in Italy. [2] Despite the installation of two new chicanes for cars during the previous year's Formula One season (placed before the Curva Grande and at Vialone) they were not used for motorcycle racing at Monza. Jarno Saarinen was born in Turku, Finland, and began motorcycle racing on ice which resulted in his huge ability on two wheels. [11] The current MotoGP and World Superbike championships are held at closed-course circuits. [3][21] In 2009, the F.I.M. Penton Movie Production Plans Firming Up. Good times…. Jarno Saarinen GP Genius part 1. Imatra circuit and Motor Club celebrate anniversaries with former Grand Prix stars – Tribute to Jarno Saarinen. [7] With Saarinen signed to a contract, Yamaha was finally ready to challenge MV Agusta's sixteen-year reign in the 500cc class with competitive equipment. Jarno Karl Keimo Saarinen (11 December 1945 – 20 May 1973) was a Finnish professional Grand Prix motorcycle road racer. [2] At the time, many motorcycle Grand Prix races were still being held on street circuits with hazards such as telephone poles and railroad crossings. Sunday Ride Classic 2013 Le départ des Champions donné par la compagne de Jarno Saarinen. [27] In August 2016, a bronze statue of Saarinen was unveiled in the park, and in July 2017, a duplicate of the statue was also revealed at Turku's Aurajoki Beach in Barker Park. Jarno Saarinen tentait de battre coûte que coûte Agostini. [1][7] He also scored a double victory at the Czechoslovakian Grand Prix with victories in both the 250cc and 350cc classes. In March of 1973 Yamaha brought 1972 250cc World Champion Jarno Saarinen to Daytona International Speedway to race its new water-cooled TZ350 at what was then America’s most important motorcycle race, the Daytona 200. In the early 1970s, he was considered one of the most promising and talented motorcycle racers of his era until he was killed during the 1973 Nations Grand Prix in Italy. [1] He won the 250cc race then beat Read by 16 seconds to win the 500cc race. [13] However, some articles have appeared showing photos of Pasolini's bike consistent with engine seizure, locking the rear wheel and causing the crash. Although we have only one programme about Jarno Saarinen , the Finnish motorcycle hero has his own section on our website because he … Jarno Saarinen only competed in America twice, but the legacy of those visits still lives on today.. The speeds had become so great that tire reliability became a major issue and the chicane was implemented to slow the bikes down. The Ruissalo People's Park in Turku has a road named after Saarinen. Saarinen was also a six time Finnish road racing national champion. [1] He also showed his versatility at the Spanish Grand Prix by finishing second in the 50cc race aboard a Kreidler then winning the 250cc race on a Yamaha. [2][20] One month after the Nations Grand Prix, race teams took a stand and boycotted the Yugoslavian Grand Prix held at the treacherous Opatija Circuit due to dangerous track conditions. ( Log Out / [2] Tensions over safety issues continued to simmer throughout the 1970s between the Grand Prix racers, race organizers and the FIM, as riders showed their increasing dissatisfaction with the safety standards and the way races were organized by boycotting several Grand Prix races.[11][24]. Within only a few months of his international race debut, Jarno Saarinen, Finnish ice-racing champion, went from obscurity to being the name on the lips of every motorcycle racing fan. Only forty days later, three riders in an Italian Juniors race were killed in the same turn. [11] During the 1979 FIM Congress, new rules were passed increasing prize money substantially and in subsequent years, stricter safety regulations were imposed on race organizers. Duke Video. 2:15. Prior to that, riders simply raced full speed down the back straight into NASCAR turn three wide open. Beatrice Lawrence.
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