EPISODE · Jun 12, 2025 · 11 MIN
12th June 2011: The Rain that Rewrote the Record Books
from Chequered Past · host Martin Elliot
In this episode of Chequered Past, we dive into the chaos and glory of the 2011 Canadian Grand Prix — the longest race in F1 history, where Jenson Button carved out a legendary win from the back of the pack. We also celebrate the birthday of Innes Ireland, a fearless and flamboyant racer who gave Lotus its first Formula One victory, and revisit the 1966 Belgian Grand Prix, a harrowing day at Spa-Francorchamps that changed Jackie Stewart’s life — and the safety of the sport — forever.From record-breaking rain delays to a race that reshaped F1’s future, June 12 has seen it all.Send us Fan MailMusic by #Mubert Music Rendering
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In this episode of Chequered Past, we dive into the chaos and glory of the 2011 Canadian Grand Prix — the longest race in F1 history, where Jenson Button carved out a legendary win from the back of the pack. We also celebrate the birthday of Innes Ireland, a fearless and flamboyant racer who gave Lotus its first Formula One victory, and revisit the 1966 Belgian Grand Prix, a harrowing day at Spa-Francorchamps that changed Jackie Stewart’s life — and the safety of the sport — forever. From rec...
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