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Today marks 15 years since the 2009 Australian Grand Prix – the beginning of one of the most remarkable stories in the history of Formula 1.
March 29th, 2024 is the 15th anniversary of Jenson Button’s historic one-two finish at the Australian Grand Prix. Button’s win marked the debut race victory for Brawn Grand Prix, a team rescued by Ross Brawn after Honda’s exit. This victory propelled Button towards his unlikely world championship win. The 2009 season brought major changes to Formula 1, with simpler car designs and slick tires making a return. Ferrari and McLaren struggled with their new machines, paving the way for unexpected teams like Red Bull and Brawn to shine. The season kicked off with controversy over the legality of the double-diffuser on certain cars. Despite off-track drama, Button dominated the Australian Grand Prix, leading to an eventful race with multiple incidents, including a late safety car deployment.
