The 1978 Dutch Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held at Zandvoort on 27 August 1978. It was the 13th race of the 1978 Formula One season. It was the final career victory for Mario Andretti, who went on to win the championship after Ronnie Peterson's fatal crash at Monza. It is also the last 1-2 finish for the original Lotus team, and also, the last win for an American Formula One driver, as of the 2025 season. Round 13 of 16 · 1978 Formula One World Championship August 27, 1978 Circuit Park Zandvoort, Zandvoort, Netherlands Podium: 1. Mario Andretti · 2. Ronnie Peterson · 3. Niki Lauda Wiki link