F1 Rewind: When a young Ayrton Senna drove F1's elite crazy
Summary
The Race F1 Podcast explores Ayrton Senna’s pivotal 1985–1987 seasons at Lotus, detailing his ruthless career strategy and the team’s inability to match his pace. Hosts analyze how Senna dominated despite an aerodynamically inferior chassis, relying on the potent Renault engine and his superior wet-weather skills to secure victories. The episode also covers his contentious relationships with teammates like Elio de Angelis and team boss Peter Ward, highlighting the friction that ultimately led to his move to McLaren.
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