- Dutch Grand Prix
- Lauda takes control of championship with Zandvoort win
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August 14, 1977: Niki Lauda moved a large step towards his second world title with victory at Zandvoort, opening up a 21-point lead over Jody Scheckter with four races remaining
- Austrian Grand Prix
- Jones secures first win for Shadow
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August 14, 1977: Alan Jones recorded his first win at the Austrian Grand Prix, a result which also provided a welcome boost to the lesser-funded teams as it was Shadow's first victory