Leslie Thorne
British racing driver (1916–1993)
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Leslie Thorne (23 June 1916 – 13 July 1993) was a British racing driver from Scotland. He participated in one Formula One World Championship Grand Prix, 1954 British Grand Prix, where he finished 14th and scored no championship points. Thorne also competed in several non-Championship Formula One races.[1]
Born23 June 1916
Greenock, Inverclyde, Scotland
Greenock, Inverclyde, Scotland
Died13 July 1993 (aged 77)
Troon, South Ayrshire, Scotland
Troon, South Ayrshire, Scotland
Nationality
British
BritishActiveyears1954
| Born | 23 June 1916 Greenock, Inverclyde, Scotland |
|---|---|
| Died | 13 July 1993 (aged 77) Troon, South Ayrshire, Scotland |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality | British |
| Active years | 1954 |
| Teams | non-works Connaught |
| Entries | 1 |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 0 |
| Career points | 0 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1954 British Grand Prix |
After his motor-racing career, Thorne settled down as a chartered accountant.[2]
