Pollet was Gordini's test driver who was promoted to race driver in sports cars and GP's after some strong performances. He also had a Le Mans class win to his credit during his career. Pollet took up racing after the Second World War and got a few opportunities in Formula 2 when he got the Gordini contract in 1952. Sadly Pollet was twice involved in tragedy - he crashed when a stone broke his goggles at Chimay in 1954, killing two spectators, but also when Mario Alborghetti tangled with this car in 1955, Alborghetti died in the resulting crash. Pollet carried on for a couple of years before retiring.

Biography last updated 31 Jan 2016