Ross Brawn shares the fairytale story of Brawn GP's 2009 championship win, from emerging out of Honda's troubles to dominating the season. Learn about the challenges faced, the triumph of hiring Button and Barrichello, and the emotional highs and lows of racing in F1.
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Brawn GP emerged in 2009 as a Cinderella team after Honda's exit, winning both championships.
The emotional victory at Monza showcased Brawn GP's resilience and determination against tough competition.
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The 'Miracle Season' of Braun Grand Prix
Ross Brawn, the former technical director of Benetton and Ferrari, reflects on the incredible Cinderella story of Braun Grand Prix in the 2009 Formula One season. Brawn GP emerged from the ashes of Honda's withdrawal from the sport and went on to win both the drivers' and constructors' championships in their debut season. Brawn shares the challenges they faced, the resilience of the team, and the joy of winning the championship.
The Tense Battle for the Championship
The podcast delves into the intense competition of the 2009 Formula One season, with drivers Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello battling for the championship against rivals such as Red Bull Racing. The dominance of Brawn GP in the early races put them in a strong position, but as the season progressed, they faced challenges from other teams. The podcast highlights the nerves and pressure as the team fought to secure the championship.
Monza Triumph and Emotional Victory
The podcast highlights the emotional victory of Brawn GP at the Monza race in 2009. Winning at Monza, a track closely associated with Ferrari, was particularly significant for Brawn GP, considering Ross Brawn's previous connection to Ferrari. The victory was not only a celebration of their success, but also a demonstration of their resilience and determination in the face of tough competition. The podcast emphasizes the joy and pride in achieving such a milestone.
In 2019, Tom Clarkson sat down with Ross Brawn to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Brawn GP becoming the first team to win both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ World Championships in their debut year.
On Day 24 of our countdown to the new season, listen to their conversation in full - as Ross shares fascinating insight into how the team emerged from Honda’s ashes and went on to dominate the 2009 season.
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