Chequered Past
Chequered Past is a Formula 1 history podcast that dives deep into iconic races, legendary drivers, and forgotten moments from motorsport’s rich and dramatic past. Each episode revisits Grand Prix events that took place on the same date in history, uncovering fascinating stories, on-track controversies, and the evolution of F1 through the decades. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the sport, Chequered Past offers compelling insights and nostalgia-fuelled storytelling from the world’s fastest sport.
Chequered Past
10th July 1994: The Black Flag That Left a Black Mark
On this day in Formula One history, controversy reigned at Silverstone. We revisit the 1994 British Grand Prix, where Michael Schumacher’s refusal to serve a stop-go penalty — and Benetton’s failure to respect a black flag — sparked one of the sport’s most dramatic disciplinary showdowns. The fallout reshaped the championship and handed Damon Hill an emotional home victory.
We also celebrate the birthday of Jean-Pierre Jarier, the flamboyant Frenchman known for his pace, personality, and near misses, and recall Jim Clark’s composed but gritty win at the 1965 British Grand Prix — a performance marked by oil pressure trouble and mechanical restraint.
Music by #Mubert Music Rendering