Lauda was seriously injured in a crash at the 1976 German Grand Prix while racing at the Nürburgring. He was a three-time Formula One World Drivers' Champion, winning in 1975, 1977 and 1984. Lauda won the 1984 title by half a point over his teammate Alain Prost.
See also: Lauda (airline), Lauda Air Flight 004, Lauda Air, Niki (airline), Hans Lauda, and Rush (2013 film).