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1967 24 Hours of Le Mans
CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE, FRANCE - JUNE 11: Dan Gurney starts a tradition by spraying his champagne on the podium during the 24 Hours of Le Mans at Circuit de la Sarthe on June 11, 1967 in Circuit de la Sarthe, France. (Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch)
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In this iconic photo captured by Rainer Schlegelmilch during the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans, we witness a historic moment that would forever change the way winners celebrate their victories. The setting is Circuit de la Sarthe in France, on June 11th, and the atmosphere is electric with anticipation. Standing tall on the podium is legendary driver Dan Gurney, his face beaming with triumph after an intense race. As he clutches a bottle of champagne tightly in one hand, there's a mischievous glint in his eye that hints at something extraordinary about to unfold. Unbeknownst to everyone present at that time, Gurney was about to start a tradition that would become synonymous with motorsport celebrations for decades to come. With an exuberant gesture and an infectious smile spreading across his face, he pops open the champagne bottle and directs its fizzy contents towards the crowd below. The spray arcs through the air like liquid fireworks; droplets glisten against the backdrop of cheering fans and flashing cameras. It's as if time stands still for just a moment as this spontaneous act becomes immortalized through Schlegelmilch's lens. Little did anyone realize then how deeply ingrained this simple act of celebration would become within motorsport culture. From that day forward, spraying champagne on podiums around the world became synonymous with victory - a symbol of achievement and jubilation shared by drivers who have conquered some of racing's most grueling challenges. This photograph serves as both a testament to Gurney's pioneering spirit and Schlegelmilch's ability to capture history in motion. It reminds us all that sometimes it takes just one person willing to break convention for traditions to be born – even if it involves drenching oneself in bubbly elation atop a victorious podium.
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