The Mozambique Grand Prix or Grand Prix de Moçambique, was an open-wheel

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held in the 1950s and 60s in Lourenço Marques (now

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) the capital of the colony of Portuguese Mozambique. A race was held on a small street circuit in 1950 with the Grand Prix being established some eight years later. The circuit was expanded in 1961 before being replaced by a purpose built facility in 1962. Competitors were drawn from the

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, although it was never part of the championship. The more northerly climate and international location to the South African and Rhodesian racers proved a popular combination and the race attracted strong fields. The race was briefly renamed the Governor General Cup in 1966– 1967 before returning to the Grand Prix. The circuit was redeveloped and moved slightly inland from its beachfront location in 1970. The race was last held in 1971 as the

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grew more serious and the circuit closed a year later after the last Three hour sportscar race was held. The new independent Mozambique government banned motor racing and the race track fell into disuse.

Winners of the Mozambique Grand Prix

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References

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Mozambique Grand Prix The Mozambique Grand Prix or Grand Prix de Moçambique, was an open-wheel auto racing, motor race held in the 1950s and 60s in Lourenço Marques (now Maputo) the capital of the colony of Portuguese Mozambique. A race was held on a small street ci ...

Recurring sporting events established in 1958