F1: The most successful drivers of the 90s - Formula 1

В years 90 we are witnessing a revolution in the world F1... We are entering a modern era characterized by business and ever more technologically advanced and safe cars (especially after 1994, year of death Ayrton Senna).

The driver fades into the background: you just need a good car to strive for the title, even if you have no special talents. Nevertheless, despite this dominance of the environment, it was in this decade that Michael Schumacher shows everyone his talents. Characteristics that will allow him to dominate the XNUMX's, becoming the strongest of all time. Let's find out five most successful drivers from 1990 to 1999: in the gallery you will find biographies and palms.

1 ° Michael Schumacher (Germany)

Was born on January 3, 1969 in Hurth (Germany).

SEASONS 90s: 9 (1991-1999)

STABILS 90s: 3 (Jordan, Benetton, Ferrari).

PALMARES In the 90s: 127 GP, 2 World Pilot Championships (1994, 1995), 35 wins, 23 pole positions, 39 best laps, 71 podiums.

SEASONS: 19 (1991-2006, 2010-)

RESEARCH: 4 (Jordan, Benetton, Ferrari, Mercedes)

PALMARES: 292 Grand Prix, 7 World Pilot Championships (1994, 1995, 2000-2004), 91 wins, 68 pole positions, 76 best laps, 154 podiums.

2nd Ayrton Senna (Brazil)

Born March 21, 1960 in Sao Paolo (Brazil), died on May 1, 1994 in Bologna (Italy).

SEASONS 90s: 5 (1990-1994)

STABILS 90s: 2 (McLaren, Williams)

PALMARES In the 90s: 67 GP, 2 World Pilot Championships (1990, 1991), 21 wins, 23 pole positions, 6 best laps, 37 podiums.

SEASONS: 11 (1984-1994)

SCADER: 4 (Toleman, Lotus, McLaren, Williams)

PALMARES: 161 GPs contested, 3 World Drivers' Championships (1988, 1990, 1991), 41 wins, 65 pole positions, 19 best laps, 80 podiums.

3 ° Mika Hakkinen (Finland)

Was born on September 28, 1968 in the city of Vantaa (Finland).

SEASONS 90s: 9 (1991-1999)

STABILS 90s: 2 (Lotus, McLaren)

PALMARES In the 90s: 128 GP, 2 World Pilot Championships (1998, 1999), 14 wins, 21 pole positions, 13 best laps, 37 podiums.

SEASONS: 11 (1991-2001)

STUDY: 2 (Lotus, McLaren)

PALMARES: 165 contested Grand Prix, 2 World Driving Championships (1998, 1999), 20 wins, 26 pole positions, 25 best laps, 51 podiums.

4th Damon Hill (UK)

Born September 17, 1960 in Hampstead (UK).

SEASONS 90s: 8 (1992-1999)

STABILITY 90s: 4 (Brabham, Williams, Errose, Jordan)

PALMARES In the 90s: 115 contested Grand Prix, 1 World Pilot Championship (1996), 22 wins, 20 pole positions, 19 best laps, 42 podiums.

SEASONS: 8 (1992-1999)

SCADERS: 4 (Brabham, Williams, Arrose, Jordan)

PALMARES: 115 Grand Prix played, 1 World Pilot Championship (1996), 22 wins, 20 pole positions, 19 best laps, 42 podiums.

5th Nigel Mansell (UK)

Born August 8, 1953 in Upton upon Severn (Great Britain).

SEASONS 90s: 5 (1990-1992, 1994, 1995).

STABILS 90s: 3 (Ferrari, Williams, McLaren).

PALMARES In the 90s: 54 contested Grand Prix, 1 World Pilot Championship (1992), 16 wins, 20 pole positions, 17 best laps, 27 podiums.

SEASONS: 15 (1980-1992, 1994, 1995)

RESEARCH: 4 (Lotus, Williams, Ferrari, McLaren)

PALMARES: 187 Grand Prix played, 1 World Pilot Championship (1992), 31 wins, 32 pole positions, 30 best laps, 59 podiums.

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