1977 saw Niki Lauda start the season, scarred but fit. And determined to put his horrific accident in '76 behind him.
The first race of the season, in Argentina, provided a maiden victory for the Wolf team, which was followed by an extremely successful debut season, ending with Jody Scheckter taking second place in the championship.
The season didn't start so well for Lauda, and it wasn't until the third round that he secured his first victory. However, his celebrations at Kyalami were muted, as the safety regulations in Formula One were once again brought into question..
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