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
22nd September 1974: The Clashes That Crafted the Contest
On this day in Formula 1 history, championships were shaped, rivalries defined, and finales set up in unforgettable fashion.
We begin at Mosport in 1974, where Emerson Fittipaldi pounced on Niki Lauda’s misfortune to draw level with Clay Regazzoni in one of the closest title battles of the decade. Then it’s back to Canada 1968, where McLaren scored their first-ever 1–2 after Chris Amon’s luckless Ferrari faltered. From there, we head to Estoril 1991, where Nigel Mansell’s infamous pit-lane disaster handed Ayrton Senna a crucial cushion. Finally, we relive Estoril 1996, as Jacques Villeneuve stunned Michael Schumacher with one of the bravest overtakes in Formula 1 history to keep his rookie title challenge alive.
These were the clashes that didn’t just win races — they crafted the contests that defined championships.
Cover Image: By Gerald Swan - 1974 F1 Emerson Fittipaldi British Grand Prix McLaren M23.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
Music by #Mubert Music Rendering