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It is exactly 27 years today since Michael Schumacher’s unparalleled performance in his Ferrari. We write Aug. 16, 1998, and go back to the Hungarian Grand Prix at the Hungaroring.
In a familiar scenario during his time with the Scuderia, Michael Schumacher often outsmarted his Formula 1 rivals with daring strategies.
One of the most memorable instances was the 2004 French GP, where he used a four-stopper to beat Fernando Alonso’s Renault, showcasing his mastery of ‘sprint style’ racing between pit stops.
However, the most iconic moment occurred on August 16th, 1998, during the Hungarian Grand Prix, when Ferrari had to take a gamble to overcome their faster rivals.
Facing a grid dominated by McLarens in qualifying, Schumacher’s strategist, Ross Brawn, devised a plan that required the German driver to push like in a qualifying session for 19 laps.
Executing a three-stop strategy covertly, Schumacher managed to surprise McLaren with his tactics, ultimately securing a remarkable victory and solidifying his legendary status in F1 history.
