John Watson drove his McLaren-Ford from 17th to the win.
The first F1 Detroit Grand Prix is won by John Watson, driving a McLaren (1982).
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Penske Racing debuts their AMC-powered F5000 Lola T330 in the L&M Continental Series race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Mark Donohue drives the car to third place in both heats (1973).

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The first F1 Detroit Grand Prix is won by John Watson, driving a McLaren (1982).

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