Falling from favor...
Can you imagine? As reigning world champion, Graham Hill was unceremoniously released from duties at the end of the 1969 season. The man who was the glue to the team after the death of Clark was now aged 40. Colin seemed to be holding his cards, and perceived that Graham had lost his edge after crashing at Watkins Glen, breaking both legs.
Out paced by Rindt for most of the year, Colin called on Rob Walker and a deal was struck to have Hill drive for the privateer. To sweeten the pot, a type 72 was added. The early chassis with it's anti-dive geometry was a headache and had to be scrapped. It took till mid season in 1970 for Hill to re establish his form.
Pictured is the launch, with Hill as a guest tester....His first seat time in the 72
