13 August in Ferrari history: Nigel Mansell wins from 12th in Hungary
August 13 in Ferrari Formula 1 history
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Ferrari Grands Prix held on August 13
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On 13 August 1989, Nigel Mansell won the Hungarian Grand Prix for Ferrari after starting 12th. His recovery through the field and decisive pass on Ayrton Senna made the race one of the standout performances of his time with the Scuderia.
A difficult starting position becomes a winning opportunity
Qualifying had left Nigel Mansell well away from the front of the grid at the Hungaroring. On race day, however, the Ferrari driver advanced through the order and eventually reached the battle for victory.
The decisive opportunity came when Ayrton Senna encountered Stefan Johansson’s slower Onyx. As the McLaren lost momentum, Nigel Mansell reacted immediately and moved past to take the lead.
He then extended his advantage rather than allowing the contest to remain close. At the finish, the Ferrari was 25.967 seconds ahead of Ayrton Senna, with Thierry Boutsen taking third for Williams.
A defining victory from Mansell’s first Ferrari season
Hungary was Nigel Mansell’s second win of 1989, following his success on his Ferrari debut in Brazil. The two results gave his first season with the team a pair of memorable high points.
Gerhard Berger retired in the other Ferrari, leaving his teammate to deliver the victory. The winning drive showed how race pace and a decisive overtaking opportunity could overturn a poor grid position.
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