11-Aug-2020, 03:02
Just finished watching the documentary about F1 legend Frank Williams on Netflix. A very touching documentary of the legendary Williams team owner who never quit despite his terrible accident which disabled most of his body.
Being a runner I was surprised to learn that he he was an avid runner who ran 12 miles a day and used to run every F1 track he attended. Being crippled must have been devastating, although he refused to show any grief and went right on running the then winning Williams team.
I also found from attached photos that his mechanic/close friend Frank Dernie was a music lover who encouraged Frank Williams to listen to Bach while recovering from his terrible accident. The scene showing William running healthy while playing St. Matthew passion was epic.
Of note also is that Frank Dernie was obviously an audiophile, with Devialet D1000 and Goldmund in the background. Not sure if Frank is a member of this thread, if not it would be interesting to have him here.
This is a touching documentary highly recommended for any F1 fan.
Being a runner I was surprised to learn that he he was an avid runner who ran 12 miles a day and used to run every F1 track he attended. Being crippled must have been devastating, although he refused to show any grief and went right on running the then winning Williams team.
I also found from attached photos that his mechanic/close friend Frank Dernie was a music lover who encouraged Frank Williams to listen to Bach while recovering from his terrible accident. The scene showing William running healthy while playing St. Matthew passion was epic.
Of note also is that Frank Dernie was obviously an audiophile, with Devialet D1000 and Goldmund in the background. Not sure if Frank is a member of this thread, if not it would be interesting to have him here.
This is a touching documentary highly recommended for any F1 fan.
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