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Edward Julius Sachs Jr, (May 28, 1927 – May 30, 1964) was a United States Auto Club driver who was known as the "Clown Prince of Auto Racing". He coined the phrase "If you can't win, be spectacular".
In this May 14, 1964, file photo, race driver Eddie Sachs, holds his helmet from his ear with one hand while gesturing with the other as he briefs mechanics of his trouble plagued American Red Ball Special after taking practice laps at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
May 21, 2014 · It has been 50 years since Dave MacDonald and Eddie Sachs died as a result of a second lap crash during the running of the 1964 Indianapolis 500, one of the worst accidents in Speedway history.
Feb 8, 2016 · RACER's Robin Miller profiles 1960s Indy 500 star Eddie Sachs who made a name for his blend of personality and driving skill during an incredibly dangerous era.
Mar 13, 2024 · Eddie Sachs, who had said before the race, "You will find me out there in the middle of things," did not. His Ford-engined American Red Ball Special slammed into MacDonald and spun away. An...
Jun 1, 2007 · Dave MacDonald crashes into the inside wall of turn 4, slides back onto the track and was hitten by Eddie Sachs who died instantly.
Eddie Sachs was a versatile and popular driver who competed in sprint cars, midgets, and Indy cars. He won eight National Championship races, including the 1958 Hoosier Hundred, and finished second in the 1961 Indianapolis 500.
