On June 1st, 1980, Formula One descended into chaos as politics took centre stage at the Spanish Grand Prix. In this episode, we dive into the infamous non-championship race at Jarama, where a major team boycott split the sport and left the grid depleted. Plus, we celebrate Martin Brundle’s birthday and revisit Juan Pablo Montoya’s mastery at Monaco.  <a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2506134/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Music by #<a href='https://mubert.com/render'>Mubert Music Rendering</a>

On June 1st, 1980, Formula One descended into chaos as politics took centre stage at the Spanish Grand Prix. In this episode, we dive into the infamous non-championship race at Jarama, where a major team boycott split the sport and left the grid depleted. Plus, we celebrate Martin Brundle’s birthday and revisit Juan Pablo Montoya’s mastery at Monaco. Send us a text Music by #Mubert Music Rendering

On June 1st, 1980, Formula One descended into chaos as politics took centre stage at the Spanish Grand Prix. In this episode, we dive into the infamous non-championship race at Jarama, where a major team boycott split the sport and left the grid depleted. Plus, we celebrate Martin Brundle’s birthday and revisit Juan Pablo Montoya’s mastery at Monaco.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2506134/open_sms" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send us a text</a>Music by #<a href="https://mubert.com/render" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mubert Music Rendering</a>

1st June 1980: The Grand Prix that Didn't Count

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.&nbsp;

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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. 

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