All Graham Hill's hard work in qualifying second despite mechanical problems in practice came to nothing when his engine died on the grid and his car had to be push started.

Clark led dominantly, his lead being extended when a stone pierced Ginther's radiator, forcing him into the pits.

Jack Brabham took second place after a strong fight with Trevor Taylor, who also suffered mechanical problems.

Brabham then began to gain significantly on Clark as the Scot's Climax engine started to splutter, however this proved to be a sporadic fault and he had enough of a lead to maintain the position.

Graham Hill was push started, incurring a one-minute penalty from the organisers, and was awarded no championship points for his third place.