Derek Warwick - Raw Racing

Derek Warwick is a former racing driver who competed in 147 Formula 1 races in the 80s and early 90s. He is currently the president of the British Racing Drivers Club and an FIA driver steward, for instance at Monaco 2014.
Derek won the 24 hours of Le Mans in 1992 and was World Sportscar Champion in the same year.
I met with Derek in his lovely house in Jersey to talk about his life in racing. In this fascinating portrait he talks about his progression from Superstoxx to the pinnacle of motorsport, how he always seemed to pick the wrong cars and why Ayrton Senna did not want him to be his team mate in Lotus in 1986.
We also talked about how the sudden death of his brother Paul changed his life and the tough job of ensuring Silverstone is hosting a F1 race every year.
"I did not have enough badness in me" - a fascinating person talking about one of the best decades the sport has seen... raw racing.
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[@f1doc]

What a marvellous portrait of a terrific guy. I'll never forget his courage in Monza, when he had that terrifying accident exiting Parabolica, jumped out, shook himself off, walked to the pit lane, and just got on with it. I was in the back seat of the Medical Car at Spa when Derek came up to have a chat with Sid about a month after Paul was killed. At the time (my second F1 race), this was the closest I'd been to death at the circuit. I was moved deeply by Derek's dignity and the depth of his suffering. It was a powerful introduction to the other side of the sport we love. Bravo Mario. And bravo Derek.

[@goodshipkaraboudjan]

Well said Doc.

[@Il_Dutur]

Thank you for the recollections, Doctor.

[@danieldravot341]

I worked with Derek on the PR side, and the change in him after the death of Paul was palpable. Before the accident he truly was the nicest guy in F1, but after Paul’s death it was as if a light had been extinguished . . .

[@Il_Dutur]

I have to admit that listening Derek talking about his little brother is heartbreaking. That shows that you can only accept the sorrow and learn how to live with that, but you can't overcome it. I have no words kind enough to thank you, Mario, for this interview. What a special human being Derek is. What a gentleman. Thank you again, Sir.

[@mariomuth]

Many thanks for all your comments. Being able to meet Derek was such an honer. Listening to him and feeling the passion for racing in the room was unique. It is great to see that some of that experience can be shared with a large number of fans out there. A lot of hours go in the production these documentaries without getting any monetary compensation, but is always a big motivator to read and see how many people like my "hobby". There are so many great stories in formula one that need to be told. I can only carry on trying to find and convince people to share them when you keep on watching, commenting and sharing. That is the only way I can "compete" with TV broadcasters. Thank you.

[@pawwl]

You video/interview was fantastic, Derek was wonderful. Please keep it up, these are great and I haven't seen anything else quite like it. I can't say enough positive things about your stuff Mario. Bravo!

[@jonnyedge7094]

Absolutely brilliant work Mario. Can't praise you enough, and I mean that. Mr. W is a really fantastic bloke too, I remember listening to him on Goodwood radio a year or two ago and he was absolutely mesmerizing to listen to.

[@kfyork]

Without doubt, your work is tremendously appreciated here, Mario. Many thanks for your time and effort in allowing "under the radar' stories emerge and be heard. As "Paww" said above, Derek, in this case, was wonderful.

[@MiguelGLD]

TV broadcasters should be ashamed of themselves that "some guy with a camera" manages to get these stories told in such a neatly styled video all on his own dime. Mad props Mario Muth, your videos are stunning (and honestly, I thought they were assignments for some big outlet, didn't realise it's just you sharing your passion).

[@goodshipkaraboudjan]

Thanks Mario, love these!

[@Jimmy_Broadbent]

These interviews are outstanding Mario, I always have time for them.

[@mikvest]

Yep, I really enjoy them as well. Keep up the great work :)

[@bodinski100]

The Broadbent seal of approval in 2019 is all i need!...dont worry Jimmer @2014...everything is gonna be alright ;)

[@northernlights808]

Fantastic interview with a real gentleman. That's a higher compliment in my book than being ruthless to become a "legend". Listening to Derek talk about his brother was hard to watch. He's got a lot to be proud of!

[@lipcovitch1]

Great stuff, Mario. Derek was a good driver. I saw him racing in my home town, Rio de Janeiro. Brazilian GP from 1982 to 1989, in Jacarepagua. In 1984, Brazilian GP, driving his first race for Renault, he was leeding when his car broke. He deserved a least a victory in F1. Marcelo

[@valdezapg]

Derek is a wonderful person. Thanks, Mario for letting the world know that.

[@carlosbragatto]

I absolutely LOVED Derek "Old Man DelBoy" Warwick when I was growing up, maybe because he ran those lovely Arrows powered by Megatron engines, the coolest engine name EVER. He also seemed to be a fair, honest, non nonsense guy, not a prima donna at all. Mario, what about you setup a patreon so we can help you finance producing more interviews and documentaries, they are fantastic!

[@whyalwaysme2522]

Arrows Footwork Megatron... who would had thought of that? Epic!

[@chrismc1977]

Derek- great guy. Got his autograph at his Sothampton Honda dealership back in the day :-)

[@probablygraham]

I remember watching Derek in Austria in the 80s in the revolutionary (but crap) Brabham. In practice he got a puncture right in front of us while going flat out on the straight and went upside-down for a few hundred yards. He got out of the car, ran back to the pits, got in the spare car and went straight out again. At the (first) Hungarian GP we were invited to a reception by one of the Brabham sponsors, and met Derek (and Ricardo Patrese who was a right sourpuss). I'll never forget Derek going to the buffet and getting some ice cream. Then he saw my wife and said "How rude of me", gave it to my wife and went back and got another one for himself. What a GENT! Mind you, maybe he was after my wife LOL.

[@colderwar]

What a marvellous documentary...it's very "old school" in that you just let the man tell his story....

[@RapidScorpion]

That was simply sensational. I've never seen Derek so emotional like that, ever. Bravo, Mario. A truly stunning interview.

[@rafaelrimanski9405]

As brazilian myself and big fan of Senna, I recognize the great honor of Mr. Warwick. I am about to post my tribute video for Senna 30 years and Mr. Warwick will be definetily in it. It´s very difficult to find such a great man as him. Very good upload dear Mario, thank you!

[@whyalwaysme2522]

I didn't know about the lotusgate, but I agree with DW, Senna has so much respect for him, knew of what he can do and damage Senna's ambition, I like both legends.

[@JMiguelmartins]

I have no words to describe what i just saw. I'm 40, follow very closely F1. since i was 10. My favourite driver ever was this gentleman, Derek Warwick. From now on he's become my favourite personality. Hope i could meet him personally one day.

[@Bob_Shy_132]

Mr. Warwick is a class man.

[@stephen_101]

What a decent man Derek is - wonderful video. Thanks for sharing this with us all.

[@DanielSussex]

Immense. I cried.

[@ashmillermotorsport]

His eloquence and passion are magnetic, the man holds the room. Sincere man and an immensely talented driver. Thanks Mario.

[@ald7248]

Fascinating documentary. I always considered myself a fan of Derek. It might seem silly, but many, many people thought Derek was a better prospect than Nigel Mansell. It was a shame that Derek's F1 career took that wrong turn with Renault and never really recovered.

[@chrisjbell]

Riveting. What an amazing interview with such a lovely guy. I was almost in tears when he spoke about his brother. I saw Paul race quite a bit during the season he was killed and he was lightening fast. I was at Oulton Park the day his story ended and the memory of that day has never left me. Thank you for this.

[@ronsax4820]

What an amazing interview!! I so remember the Motoring News articles of Paul Warwick testing the Arrows F1 car on a dis-used airport runway and the bright future which lay ahead of him!! RIP Paul Warwick and standing ovation to you Derek, you have my profound respect!!

[@motogodz]

I fall in love with Derek during '83 Monaco GP Edition. I was 18th year old at the time and I was there with my father to attend the race. I remember his battle with Marc Surer like it was now. Then I became a big supporter of him. I was doing motocross at the time and I made my helmet with same colours as Derek. Living in Italy where everybody supports Ferrari and Ferrari's drivers it was not easy. I think Derek has been the greates F1 driver who never win a race. A real gentleman. Very good interview.

[@kip267]

Watched F1 since the late 70's everyone had respect for Derek, hearing his thoughts on Paul, much respect to the man, i think he will look back at this with pride.

[@gmangnall]

Well I have sat and watched all of that - though it was only 5 minutes long. 58 mins later and all aI can say is it was superb -and what a great guy.

[@playststeve8789]

Breaks my heart to see Derek talking about Paul, so very very tragic indeed. RIP :'(

[@a34rwl]

What an excellent piece of film-making

[@marcelloqueen6001]

Derek thank you for that.. Amazing story

[@Comtecracing]

Utter brilliant film, no better man to head the BRDC, very moving to watch

[@gw492]

A absolutely fantastic driver and a honest human being... a emotional watch of a driver I've seen race at Silverstone in 1993... thanks for sharing.

[@davidruddick3346]

Briefly met Derek a couple of years ago at Autosport Show, walking on his own no security, noPA ,and more importantly noBS! Atop bloke amongst all too many egotistical believe their own publicity jerks😀 Carry on with all your hard work for the sport we love Derek

[@svboypt]

Great Driver, Great Man , Great Brother ... respect

[@arthurteo5795]

A true gentleman racer who graced F1 in an era when it was most dangerous. He lacked nothing except luck sometimes. Brave, Courageous, Honorable man of integrity and dedication. A true Racer who deserved more in F1 if only luck was on his side.

[@eastdevonboy]

The guy is a top chap - very pleasant & courteous when you see him in Jersey - about time that a long interview with him was filmed - well done. Just waiting for him to do an autobiography ! -such a life of history

[@btccfan2002]

Incredibly compelling and fascinating interview. Derek's candor over his brother's death is heart-wrenching. Kudos to him for opening up and well-done Mario to weave his story together so well.

[@linnet12dd]

What an absolute sportsman and all round great guy, always looked out for Derek in Grand Prix whether Mansell won or not!

[@MrMentalackack]

Wow. I'm blown away at this video. Not that it was low but my estimation of Derek is even higher. Wonderful insight and brilliant video.

[@VauhtiVeikotRacing]

Thanks for the great interview, what a great story and history Warwick family has. Wow. Just got two more drivers in my wall of honour..

[@RodrigoRamirez-eq6gj]

The 80s and really 90s were the most amazing F1 years I have witnessed.

[@guglio7350]

lot of love in that man.

[@seamusblack5876]

What a Story and what a man-inspirational- should have a million views

[@terrybailey4201]

brilliant absolutely riveting thank you . for Derek Warwick great respect..

[@Richard-qu5vi]

3 Schumacher fans dislike reality. Fantastic interview.

[@martyndaly1539]

Well that puts Senna's 'coward' interview about Prost into some perspective

[@jbradbury2]

This should have 20k likes! Being too nice and honest gets you off the score board. Ruthless senna = 3 world Championships

[@Themayseffect]

Unsung hero of Formula 1!

[@luisnogueira6888]

Great driver, wonderful person! Thanks Derek, I saw you racing in those days you say were the best!

[@michaelplumb2191]

A fantastic interview of an amazing person and driver . Very moving aswell . I was at Silverstone when they announced Paul had been killed and my heart went out to Derek then . I lost my fiance and i know how difficult it is to talk about someone you have lost . The XJR 14 was an awesome car to watch let alone drive ! Brilliant .

[@clifffield1]

I know that I am really, really late to the party with this one. But Derek Warwick is a hard man not to like.

[@FastGuy5]

What a special man and interview! WOW just love this gentleman.

[@Fmontes]

Brilliant. Always liked Derek as a driver and as a kid thought that the 1985 Renault team with Warwick and Tambay would be a beast... but it was bad. Very bad...

[@Ellemerob]

What a fantastic interview.Very emotional at times.I really enjoyed it.

[@MB-zl3cn]

What a fantastic interview ! Open and honest, from the most genuine, down to earth person in motorsport. Just brilliant !!

[@lambertej]

Brilliant video. Thank you for an amazing job. Enjoyed following Derek's and Paul's careers. The loss of Paul Warwick was one of the saddest days, we were robbed of a star but Derek's work with safety and the BRDC honours both of them.

[@77ice11]

This is an amazing interview, and what a great man Mr.Warwick was and is. Without forgetting how quick and high skilled he was as a driver. Maybe one of the few that had less than deserved from F1 world, but luckily he achieved such great victories and great moments behind the wheel of any other car he had driven.

[@Pfigueira78]

Incredible interview… what a gentleman, class act. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@robertogurian8742]

I know Derek from races and GP's I was following for my job. A really nice guy and a true passionate one about motorsport. This interview is touching and show us a great man with a big heart. Thanks

[@lawrencecauchi665]

brilliant.....would love to hear more about drivers like Derek from the 80's & 90's

[@installwebercarburetorsona6159]

great stuff

[@butterflysigh9577]

thankyou derek that was excellent.... there shouldn't be any question mark about a British Grand Prix

[@jamesbenitez4373]

Exceptional...

[@maxdavies793]

Love, love, LOVE this man. Had the pleasure of interviewing him myself and didn't have the balls to ask him about Paul because I feared he would do as he is in this clip and struggle to fight back the tears - if he had done that in front of me I would have broke down. To see the pain in his eyes and know that he's never recovered from it is shattering. Del Boy was a TRUE racers racer and deserved so much more than he managed to achieve in F1. Should have been World Champion thats for sure. Top bloke!

[@mikeyh55]

I was at Oulton Park the day his brother died, so sad. I was nine at the time. Knickerbrook was such a tough corner back then :(

[@Sean-if7rp]

Thank you so much for these videos, they are my favourite motorsports videos I've ever seen and I just keep coming back to watch again and again, I really hope you make more they're fantastic

[@mariomuth]

Thank you Sean. Working on doing more, but always difficult to get access to he interesting people. Really nice to read you like them.

[@Sean-if7rp]

Mario Muth Thank you Mario, they have to be the most insightful, meaningful and interesting interviews I have ever seen, you have an incredible talent for this, and your viewers of course understand that of course it will be difficult for you to get a hold of a celebrity for an in depth interview but the few you are able to get are pure gold, thank you so much Mr Muth you have a great talent

[@rikki87sufc]

Really incredible, great work Mario, I always had a soft spot for Warwick as he was one of my late Granddad's favourites. Now i can understand why, Such a great man. Could listen to him for hours

[@lucalanzoni7414]

Simply a genuine, authentic person. I got a wonderful feeling watching him telling about his life. Amazing and touchng!!!!!

[@BritGuyAbroad]

Outstanding.

[@jarnokoivula1370]

Much respect for you Derek!

[@VIPER03100]

What a story,i would like to see it in a movie! I vote for uncle Stan with both hands and feet, because everybody needs a mad uncle!!!

[@chap666ish]

What a fascinating interview. Thanks Mario and thanks Derek.

[@derrickgreen9020]

This is such a wonderful, honest presentation full of deep emotion. It has only just appeared in my inbox. We followed Derek when he was trying to make something of the Old Spice Alfa 155 which was past its prime. Thank you for posting. So well assembled and documented..just fascinating.

[@atogiaccone2875]

You are a really a great personality, Derek. I watched every second of the video with excitement and own memories.

[@chrisclermont456]

Always a fan of Derek Warwick. I remember that race in 1982 when he passed Didier Pironi. How brilliant to save their sponsorship? Get on TV. Get the motor racing press talking about Toleman! I think Pironi's career ending accident came 1 race later, but at that point, it was clear he would win the 1982 WDC.

[@DuncanCunningham]

Thank you so much for making this. Thank you for Derek to open up and keeping in the end product that rarely gets shown. I was wondering how much Derek would share about his brother and I was brought to tears. If you could do this full time visiting with them all that would be great. Riccardo Patrese next?

[@sherifelsakkaf1458]

This is the second time I've watched this documentary. It brought back those terrible memories of Paul Warwick fatal accident and the emotions related to my love of racing from those days. Thank you all.

[@misterdog7]

Another stellar production. I didn't know much about Derek, but he is a fascinating man to listen to. Great insider stories about a lot of what goes around in the grand prix world. Thank you!

[@pespodsp]

Mario, thanks for your work. This interview is fabulous, Derek telling his story in racing in a cool but passionate kind of way at the same time. Outstanding, I love this, one of the best motor racing interviews I have ever watched. Thanks again.

[@AaronFisher]

When he talks about Silverstone and British motor racing at the end was really surprising. Silverstone being one of, if not the only track to be 100% self funded on the calendar, that has to be some kind of joke?! The track steeped with the most history and the home of F1 and British motor racing gets 0 help but yet tracks like Monaco and Abu Dhabi are still on the calendar with funding?! Blows my mind.

[@Myrvold]

Monaco pays the grand total sum of 0 to host a F1 race, so, it's kinda self funded! ;)

[@ThePanthersdkfz]

Great interview! I didn't expect to hear so many terrific and also sad stories. Have no regrets Derek. Few people have such an amazing career

[@MrNurdiboy]

Fantastic interview, never seen Derek so open and "laid bare" great work Mario

[@sanderscheffer74]

Mario, you have made another fantastic interview. Actually the word "interview" is to light. I think your "interviews" are masterpieces. The persons you pick, the qay you let them tell their story, camerawise.. everything. I just hope to see more and more of these !

[@archibaldchimpin]

great interveiw as always mario lets have more mr warwick you sir are a legend

[@carlomorosi1583]

Great work Mario. It was a pleasure to watch this interview and some others in your channel. Well done! Cheers

[@FishTacoProduktions]

best interview ever

[@simonjerryncf1987]

Another great video. Warwick is true living legend.

[@llusnewo]

This really is incredible. Thanks to everyone involved.

[@darwinLee81283]

I have to admit I cried powerful interview

[@MarkWright1963]

Great interview, passion, honesty and emotion.

[@robshanghai1]

the best thing I have watched in months, thanks Del Boy

[@demetrisyiokkas8228]

One of my last heroes. Thanks Derek

[@D...Charger]

I raced in junior ministox with his brother paul.I still believe to this day that paul was on his way to being our next british driver to become F1 world champion.

[@5510RICHARD]

Excellent interview, full marks! He seemed like he was involved in motorsport for all the right reasons, especially evidenced by his contributions to the sport post retirement. Chapeau Mr Warwick!

[@edwardlamb]

Thanks so much for these films Mario. Incredible series.

[@GlencademFarm]

A superb interview. I followed his exploits ever since watching him race superstocks in '74. He was always a good driver just needed the right car.

[@maartendezwaan9715]

Amazing docu, thank you!!

[@Valisk131]

Great interview, thanks for the upload.

[@retsoptihs0]

That was a superb interview. Really enjoyed that - I remember Derek Warwick in F1 when I started watching it in the mid-late 80s but I have to say most of his recollections were completely new to me. Had no idea about his racing outside of F1. Fitting title too, as that interview was indeed very "raw" and powerful. Great work once again :)

[@RikMcCloud]

Just watched this after watching your video with Murray Walker. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. These are absolutely fantastic and so eye opening. The only stuff I really knew about Derek was during his BTCC era so to hear him talk so candidly really is a pleasure.

[@TheBroz]

I love your videos Mario, thank you so much for producing them for us.

[@Slayer1989]

very moving! Great driver and person as well