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F1: Beyond The Grid

30 Days of BTG: Day 4 – Why Rubens Barrichello let Schumacher win 2002 Austrian GP

Feb 1, 2024
09:38
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Brazilian F1 legend, Rubens Barrichello, talks about why he let Schumacher win the 2002 Austrian GP and their intense rivalry. They also share funny stories of their personal relationship outside of racing and reflect on their memories together.
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Quick takeaways

  • Rubens Barrichello followed team orders to let Michael Schumacher win the 2002 Austrian GP.
  • Barrichello and Schumacher had a complex relationship, with intense on-track rivalry and moments of camaraderie off-track.

Deep dives

Rubens Barrichello's Legendary Formula One Career

Rubens Barrichello, the fourth most experienced Formula One driver of all time, competed in 322 races across 19 seasons. Despite not winning a world championship, his longevity in the sport has earned him legendary status. Barrichello's career was marked by being a number two driver, notably behind Michael Schumacher at Ferrari. In Austria 2002, team orders forced him to give up the win to Schumacher, highlighting Ferrari's favoritism. Barrichello's relationship with Schumacher away from the track was complex, with intense rivalry on the circuit but shared moments of camaraderie. Despite the challenges, Barrichello cherishes these memories and recognizes the impact they had on his career.

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