The 1971 French Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held at the Circuit Paul Ricard on 4 July 1971. It was race 5 of 11 in both the 1971 World Championship of Drivers and the 1971 International Cup for Formula One Manufacturers. The 55-lap race was won by Tyrrell driver Jackie Stewart after he started from pole position. His teammate François Cevert finished second and Lotus driver Emerson Fittipaldi came in third. Round 5 of 11 · 1971 Formula One World Championship July 4, 1971 Circuit Paul Ricard, Le Castellet, France Podium: 1. Jackie Stewart · 2. Albert Francois Cevert · 3. Emerson Fittipaldi Wiki link