Who won the 1997 Australian Grand Prix?
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Michael Schumacher
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Mika Hakkinen
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David Coulthard
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Jaques Villeneuve
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Heinz-Harald Frentzen
C
Correct answer
Explanation
The 1997 Australian Grand Prix (opening round of the season) was won by David Coulthard driving for McLaren-Mercedes. This was Coulthard's first win of the 1997 season and a significant victory as it marked McLaren's return to competitiveness. The race was held at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit, and Coulthard finished ahead of teammate Mika Hakkinen in a McLaren 1-2 finish. Jacques Villeneuve, who would win the championship that year, retired from this race.