Walking away from driving at the end of 1972 did little to dull his involvement. He founded the Surtees Racing Organisation, fielding cars in Formula One and the junior categories. While the team never troubled the front runners, it became known as a serious, thoughtful operation, nurturing young talent and exploring new ideas. Once again, Surtees demonstrated that his understanding of racing extended well beyond the cockpit.
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