Scheckter

Scheckter is a surname that is most notably associated with South Africa and with a family of motor racing drivers. The most prominent bearer is Jody Scheckter (born 1950), a former Formula One driver who won the 1979 World Championship with Ferrari. His career helped raise the international profile of the name in motorsport.

Ian Scheckter (born 1947), Jody’s elder brother, is also a former racing driver who competed in Formula One during the early 1970s. Tom Scheckter (born 1989), Jody’s son, is a South African racing driver who has participated in various national and international series.

Beyond these three, other members of the Scheckter family have competed in different levels of racing, contributing to the surname’s recognition within the sport.