Many current F1 fans weren’t even born the last time the sport raced in Portugal in 1996. So, ahead of Formula 1’s return to the country in 2020, now’s the perfect time to get up to speed with some less-remembered moments from Portuguese Grand Prix history.
From Mika Hakkinen making a hash of his McLaren debut in 1993, to an upside down moment for Damon Hill after contact with Eddie Irvine, to a typically bold triple overtake by Nigel Mansell, enjoy some fantastic moments from racing in Portugal in the video above, ahead of F1's inaugural Grand Prix weekend at the fast, undulating Portimao circuit.
And to get up to speed with all the news ahead of the 2020 Portuguese Grand Prix, click here to head to the race hub.
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