Formula 1 is one of the most exciting and spectacular world championships. Each Grand Prix is a real show where spectators can see a serious heat of struggle to the last meter of the distance. This is a rivalry not only for racing drivers, but also for teams. The Brazilian Grand Prix is one of the most stressful on the calendar. And this is not surprising, because traditionally this is where the last race of the season takes place. Sometimes the fate of the championship is decided on this track.
Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix: History
The first car races began in Brazil in 1934, but the stage was officially added to the calendar only in 1973. The city of São Paulo was chosen as the venue. The first two years of the race were won by the Brazilian Emerson Fittipaldi. In 1977, due to complaints, it was decided to transfer the stage to Rio de Janeiro, but in 1979 the Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix returned to Sao Paulo again.
During this period, the city was undergoing a process of urbanization, the population was constantly increasing. The number of poor people who lived in slums grew. As you know, Formula 1 is a sport for the rich. Big money is in circulation here. This contrasted sharply with the poverty of many Brazilians. Therefore, in 1981, the Brazilian Grand Prix was again moved to Rio, where there were more wealthy people. This year's competitions were quite scandalous.
Racers Alan Jones and Keke Rosberg, who finished first and second respectively, were disqualified due to violation of the regulations. The winner was Alan Prost. This great racer is called the King of Rio, because he managed to win this track four more times. Nelson Piquet competed him twice.
In 1990, the “Formula 1 ″ Brazilian Grand Prix again returns to São Paulo. Fortieth career victory and the sixth in Brazil manages to win Alan Prost. The following year, Ayrton Senna wins this race , and then in 1993. And a year later, Michael Schumacher wins his first victory in Brazil. He managed to get to the finish line first three more times in his career.
Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix 2007
It was on this track that the fate of the championship was sometimes decided. Before the race, three pilots claimed the title. Completed, as a rule, the season of the Grand Prix of Brazil. Qualification was very important, since everyone had to finish no lower than a certain position and count on the failure of rivals. Kimi Raikkonen was satisfied only with victory, and Hamilton could take a place no lower than fifth, Alonso had to come at least second.
But not in vain is the unpredictable "Formula 1" Grand Prix of Brazil. Qualification consists of three sessions. Pole Felipe Massa won, Hamilton was second, Alonso was third, and Raikkonen managed to take only fourth place. But in the race the situation has changed. Massa managed to maintain the first position, but Hamilton began to have problems. Raikkonen managed to get around Alonso. Now the championship title depended on Felipe Massa. He missed Kimi Raikkonen, who was able to finish first and become the world champion. It was a fantastic race.
The most dramatic Grand Prix in history
But the real drama broke out a year later. The actors were all the same participants. Only the title claimed the Brazilian rider Felipe Massa and the Briton Lewis Hamilton. They managed to show why Formula 1 is popular there in the world. The Brazilian Grand Prix qualification could affect the course of the race, because Felipe had to win the race and expect Hamilton to take a place below fifth. Only in this way could Massa become a champion.
A racing weekend consists of several stages. This is what distinguishes Formula 1 from other sports. The Brazilian Grand Prix qualification for the Lewis Hamilton team was very important. They decided to bet on reliability, so that the Briton was necessarily in the top five. For Felipe Massa was the home Grand Prix of Brazil. Qualification should have ended in a pole for him. And so it happened. After the start, Massa managed to maintain the first position, and Hamilton was fifth, which was quite suitable for him. But ten laps before the finish the downpour went, the racers changed their shoes, except Timo Glock and Jarno Trulli.
Despite the fact that Hamilton returned to the track for Glock, he still took fifth place until he was overtaken by the young German Sebastian Vettel. It was fantastic, because this overtaking made Massa the champion. In the Ferrari pits, they began to rejoice, but after a few seconds they noticed that Glock could not cope with the car on the wet track, and Lewis still managed to finish fifth.
The mass was then called the 30 second champion. He won the race, but lost the championship. This was probably one of the few award ceremonies where no one smiled and the winner even cried. Such surprises are sometimes presented by Formula 1. The Brazilian Grand Prix qualification, where Massa won the pole, and the winning race did not bring him the title.
Interesting Facts
The “Formula 1” Brazilian Grand Prix is held on the Interlagos circuit. It is very difficult for riders, as they have to move counterclockwise. There are several opportunities for overtaking.
The “Formula 1” Brazilian Grand Prix (qualification and race) can take place with changing weather conditions. Heat can be replaced by heavy rain. At high temperatures, the car has a strong tire wear. The “Formula 1” Brazilian Grand Prix is a special race, here they became world champions Alonso and Hamilton, but they never won. Since 2004, it was this stage that completed the season.
The Brazilian Grand Prix is a historic track with an amazing atmosphere and wonderful fans. Each race is a real show. It is never boring here. The good news for fans was that the contract for the Brazilian Grand Prix was extended until 2020.