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RacingNews365 revisits one of the most iconic starts to a grand prix season: the 2002 Australian Grand Prix.
In the 2002 F1 season, Ralf Schumacher’s hopes of leading his Williams team to success took a dramatic turn when he was unexpectedly launched into the air at Turn 1. The chaotic incident involved multiple cars, with the Williams eventually hitting the barriers. Despite the confusion, the race was not red-flagged and continued under the safety car. The event led to an unusual scene of drivers rushing back to the pits for the restart. Mark Webber of the Minardi team made an impressive run to finish fifth, marking a memorable moment in his career at his home GP. Michael Schumacher would go on to win the race, solidifying his path to his fifth world title.
