24th August 1997: The Soaked Spa That Showcased Schumacher

from Chequered Past · host Martin Elliot

On August 24, 1997, Michael Schumacher delivered one of the greatest wet-weather drives in Formula 1 history, conquering Spa-Francorchamps in treacherous conditions to extend his title lead. In this episode we revisit that masterclass, reflect on Stirling Moss’s act of sportsmanship in the 1958 Portuguese Grand Prix, relive Fernando Alonso’s breakthrough victory in Hungary in 2003, and revisit the Mercedes civil war that erupted at Spa in 2014. Cover Image: By [][zep] - michael schumacher - ferrari F310B, CC BY-SA 2.0Send us Fan MailMusic by #Mubert Music Rendering

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