He was refused an entry at Le Mans in 1958 because he was too young (16 years and 106 days), but went back in 1959 to race an OSCA in the 750cc. class.
Negóuselle a participación nas 24 Horas de Le Mans de 1958 porque era demasiado novo (16 anos e 106 días), pero volveu en 1959 para correr cun O.S.C.A. na clase 750cc..