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
15th September 1985: The Victories That Confirmed the Contenders
Some wins are about breaking through, but others are about proving you belong. On this day in Formula One history, Ayrton Senna at Spa in 1985 and Oscar Piastri at Baku in 2024 both claimed their second career victories — the moments that confirmed them as genuine front runners. We also revisit Juan Pablo Montoya’s record-shattering pole lap at Monza in 2002 and Ferrari’s home triumph, and wind back to the early days with the stories of Antonio Ascari and Toni Branca. From rain-soaked brilliance to flat-out speed, it’s a day when talent and triumph left their indelible mark on F1.
Cover Image: By Dima Moroz - The Lotus 97T of Ayrton Senna, used in the 1985 Formula One season, CC BY 2.0, Link
Music by #Mubert Music Rendering