Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
via RaceFansOn This Day: Mansell and Senna thrill in first Spanish Grand Prix at Catalunya | BriefOn September 29, 1991, Nigel Mansell claimed victory at the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix held at the Circuit de Catalunya. The race featured a dramatic battle between Mansell and Ayrton Senna on a wet track, with Senna ultimately finishing fifth after a spin.
Mansell's win was crucial for his championship aspirations, as he and Senna entered the final two races of the season separated by 16 points. Alain Prost secured second place, marking his last podium finish with Ferrari, while Riccardo Patrese and Jean Alesi followed in third and fourth, respectively. Michael Schumacher rounded out the top six, continuing his streak of points finishes.
RaceFansMon 28 Sep · 23:01 UTC
via Motorsport.comValtteri Bottas suffers parking blunder in Amelia Dimoldenberg's "Passenger Princess"Valtteri Bottas participated in an episode of Amelia Dimoldenberg's YouTube series 'Passenger Princess,' where he showcased his driving skills alongside the host. The filming took place during the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix weekend, and the two engaged in practicing emergency stops and parallel parking. Bottas expressed discomfort in the passenger seat, preferring to be in control while driving. He humorously rated his own parking attempt poorly after hitting a traffic cone, while Dimoldenberg successfully parked without incident, earning praise from Bottas.
Throughout the episode, Bottas shared personal anecdotes, including details about his nude charity calendar and his pet reindeer. The interaction was well-received by fans, who appreciated Bottas's personality and the light-hearted nature of the episode. Other Formula 1 drivers have also featured on the show, but Bottas's episode stood out for its engaging and humorous moments.
Motorsport.comThu 20 Aug · 12:28 UTC
via Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton Introduces New Puppy Named HaloLewis Hamilton has welcomed a golden retriever puppy named Halo into his family. The seven-time Formula 1 champion shared photos of his new pet, highlighting the joy it brings after a challenging season.
Motorsport.comSat 8 Aug · 14:27 UTC