9th October 2005: The Comeback That Conquered Suzuka

On October 9, Formula 1 history has delivered some unforgettable moments — but none more spectacular than Kimi Räikkönen’s 2005 charge through the field at Suzuka. Starting 17th, the Finn produced a masterclass of precision and bravery to snatch victory on the final lap from Giancarlo Fisichella in what remains one of the sport’s greatest comebacks.This episode also revisits the 1977 Canadian Grand Prix, where Gilles Villeneuve made his Ferrari debut amid chaos at Mosport; marks Julian Bailey’s birthday; and looks back at later Suzuka showdowns — Vettel’s title-clincher in 2011, Rosberg’s decisive win in 2016, and Verstappen’s rain-soaked triumph in 2022.Each story reveals the same spirit of daring and determination that makes every race part of racing’s rich and chequered past.Cover Image: By TMWolf, CC BY-SA 2.0, LinkSend us Fan MailMusic by #Mubert Music Rendering