7 of the best: Ayrton Senna’s most memorable Formula 1 drives

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Where there are great racing cars, like the McLaren MP4/4, there are usually great racing drivers sitting in the driver’s seat. There were few greater in the modern era than Ayrton Senna. The late Brazilian is idolised in motorsport folklore and canonised in his homeland, lauded for his phenomenal talent, humble persona, ruthless determination and sheer desire to win. He won 41 races from 161 starts, taking 65 pole positions and earning three World Drivers’ Championships.

The San Marino GP, 20 years ago, marks the weekend that would change Formula 1 forever — for the better and the worse.

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Andy Walker, former editor
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