The 1962 United States Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held on October 7, 1962, at the Watkins Glen Grand Prix Race Course in Watkins Glen, New York. It was race 8 of 9 in both the 1962 World Championship of Drivers and the 1962 International Cup for Formula One Manufacturers. The 100-lap race was won by Lotus driver Jim Clark after starting from pole position. Graham Hill finished second for the BRM team and Cooper driver Bruce McLaren came in third. Round 8 of 9 · 1962 Formula One World Championship October 7, 1962 Circuit of the Americas, Austin, USA Podium: 1. Jim Clark · 2. Graham Hill · 3. Bruce McLaren Wiki link