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
26th September 1999: The Chaos That Crowned An Unlikely Winner
On this day in Formula 1 history, the Nürburgring descended into chaos. The 1999 European Grand Prix was a storm of strategy blunders, sudden showers and shattered hopes—yet out of the mayhem came Johnny Herbert, delivering Stewart GP their one and only victory.
We also celebrate the birthday of Aldo Tim Schenken, look back on Lewis Hamilton’s 100th career win and Lando Norris’ heartbreak in the 2021 Russian Grand Prix, and revisit Estoril in 1993 where Damon Hill charged from last to third as Alain Prost claimed his fourth title and Michael Schumacher confirmed himself as the sport’s future star.
Cover Image: By Paul Lannuier from Sussex, NJ, USA - Johnny Herbert (Stewart Ford), CC BY-SA 2.0, Link
Music by #Mubert Music Rendering