5th June 1983: The Streets that Gave Legends their Last Hurrah

from Chequered Past · host Martin Elliot

On June 5, 1983, Michele Alboreto conquered the crumbling streets of Detroit to give Tyrrell and the legendary Cosworth DFV engine their final Formula 1 victory. We revisit that remarkable race, celebrate the birthday of engineering mastermind Patrick Head, and remember Gunnar Nilsson’s poignant win at Zolder in 1977. A tribute to final glories and lasting legacies.Send us Fan MailMusic by #Mubert Music Rendering

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