Jerry Unser Jr.
| Born |
November 15, 1932 Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|
| Died | May 17, 1959 (aged 26) Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality |
 American |
| Active years | 1958–1959 |
| Teams | Kuzma, Kurtis Kraft |
| Entries | 2 (1 start) |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 0 |
| Career points | 0 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1958 Indianapolis 500 |
| Last entry | 1959 Indianapolis 500 |
Jeremy Michael Unser Jr. (November 15, 1932 – May 17, 1959) was an American racecar driver. He was the 1957 USAC Stock Car champion.
Jerry was the first of the Unser family to compete at Indianapolis. In his only start, in 1958, he was caught up in a 13-car pileup on the first lap and flew over the turn three wall, miraculously emerging unhurt. He died in a practice crash before the 1959 Indianapolis 500, leaving behind a widow, Jeanne Unser, and two sons, Jerry and Johnny Unser.
His brothers Al and Bobby and his nephew Al Jr. have won the "500". His son Johnny and nephew Robby have also competed in the race.
The Indianapolis 500 was part of the FIA World Championship from 1950 through 1960. Drivers competing at Indy during those years were credited with World Championship points and participation. Jerry Unser participated in 1 World Championship race but scored no World Championship points.
() (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)
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