Starting grid
3th pole position for Tony BROOKS
31th pole position for Ferrari as constructor
31th pole position for Ferrari as engine builder
Average : 237.331 km/h
Following the death of J. Behra and the withdrawal of W. von Trips, C. Allison and I. Burgess (registered as reserve drivers) were allowed to start.
Despite setting the fastest time, C. Allison was demoted to the back of the grid as a reserve driver.