Ayrton Senna da Silva (1960-1994)
The most talented person ever to drive a Formula 1 race
car, back in the days when there was actually competition. Raced with McLaren for six years, winning the Driver'
s Crown three times (1988, 1990, 1991). Known as the "rainmaster" for his absolutely unmatchable
wet-weather performance. Won the Monaco Grand Prix six times, three of which in an inferior
car than his rivals. Still holds the record for most pole positions (65) despite a fatally-shortened career. Was killed in San Marino,
Italy, in 1994 with Williams-Renault when his steering column snapped near the end of the Tamburello corner in Imola and crashed into the
wall, which caused a suspension spring from his front right wheel to detach itself and pierce through his
head.
