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The

18th race of the season.

Ayrton de Silva chases Martin Brundle to hold on to his overall lead.

He's pushing too hard.

Again.

For Christ's sake.

De Silva's asking everything of his car today.

But Martin Brundle in his Jordan is proving to be a real challenge.

Oh, would you look at that.

De Silva appears to be struggling.

You pushed too hard again, Ayrton.

You know I pushed too hard.

We tried the wings, the transmission, every set-up

possible, and still Brundle's car was better.

Yeah, I know.

And you know how hard we work here to give you a race-winning car.

But remember, the champion is the driver with the most points, not the most wins.

I always drive to win.

The race or the championship?

De Silva, you won the first nine races in the championship,

but now it seems that Brundle is the driver to beat.

Oh.

Of course.

Because Brundle's car was better than ours.

But you failed to finish six out of the last nine races, mate.

Is it really about the car, or is your Latin blood getting in the way?

Ayrton still has more points on the board than anyone else, mate.

Put that in your broadcast.

I've got some new information.

It's the engine.

Their new car's engine is not this year's model.

It's next year's model.

What?

A lot more powerful.

That's the difference.

Are you serious, Dick?

This is fucking cheating.

We need to do something.

Yeah, I know, but we have to deal with it carefully and figure out a strategy.

You're still in the lead.

You're the best driver.

We need to protest with the Federation.

Come on, Dick.

We'll just be wasting our time.

Brundle is racing for Britain.

Ridiculous.

The Formula 3 championships seem to be firmly in De Silva's hands.

But with two races to go and mounting a fantastic comeback, the young British

sensation Martin Brundle could still have a shot at becoming this year's champion.

Can the championship leader share some words?

With autosport?

Autosport?

Congrats, Laura.

Thanks.

Sorry I'm not in the mood for an interview now.

Hey, not every reporter's a damn prick like that guy.

I'm here to listen.

What about that cover with Mancini?

You're not different from them.

Well, I remember it was your first time on the

front page, and then I was betting on your title.

I think I nailed it.

There are only two races left, and Brundle seems to have the best car.

In case you don't win, do you think you might lose your chance at Formula 1?

I still have two more races.

Me too!

Why?

Why?

Here

in Hawaii, Greece, we're going to England.

A honeymoon at the racetracks.

Yeah.

He's gonna be a champion.

Zaza.

What's all this?

You read Beko's letter, didn't you?

Beko's not a kid anymore.

Ah, Milton, for the love of God.

I didn't want him to go back to England either.

But he did, because it's his life.

And he needs us now.

And how can we help him?

The Brit Kid's engine is much stronger.

The engine's the problem.

I don't care if Beko wins, if Beko loses, or about the Brit Kid's engine.

I just don't want him to be alone out there.

Zaza, I can't afford to leave the factory now.

Who's asking you to come with me, Milton?

Good morning, Zeke.

Sorry to bother you so early.

I couldn't wait.

I was already up.

So...

I did what you asked me to do in Silverstone.

I didn't push it too hard.

Came in second, won the points.

But we only have one more race to go.

So if you want the championship, it's win or win.

And if we don't have the engine as good as

Brando's, then everything we did was for nothing.

Listen, Zeke.

I only have one chance in this sport.

Only one chance to win.

And that's why I came back to England.

That's why I'm here on your team.

The factory that made our engine is in Italy, Ayrton.

What do you want to do?

Put the bloody thing in the boot?

Drive for more than 30 hours to rework it?

And then not even have enough time to test it?

I want to be the champion.

And I know you want it too.

We won all of this together.

But we need one more.

This is our last chance.

Amigo mio, you are telling me... that you came here...

all the way from England... and I beat under 15 hours...

impossible.

I'm here.

don't you see?

Let's see what's inside.

Shall we?

Mamma mia!

So you you think you can do it?

Salvo, let's take this engine inside.

You know, the pulley we used for Brando's engine was very specific.

We don't have the same one.

With these modifications, though, your engine

is going to be at least as powerful as his.

Are you happy?

If I can't compete under the same conditions as Brando, I win.

Ha!

Yeah.

Dick Venice did mention something about you being determined.

Amigo Brasiliano, don't get too cocky, my friend, all right?

That's what happens when you do.

Fortuna!

Our team was the strongest one.

Not bad.

Dinner's ready.

Let's eat, come on.

Ah, voila.

Let's grab a bite, come on.

You understand Italian well.

Mmm.

That's because I worked at DAP when I was carting there.

Oh.

So, uh, no Italian blood, then?

No, yes, I do.

My great-grandfather was Italian.

Luigi.

When he moved to Brazil, he changed his name to Luis.

Luis Senna.

Huh.

Senna.

Napolitano.

Siciliano.

Huh, I like me.

Now I like you even better, kid.

On your father's side.

No, my mom.

La mamma.

Vamos.

Let's get back to work.

Time's running out.

Okay?

Okay.

Poniamo al lavoro.

Let's get back to work.

Amigos Senna.

I told him it was a crazy idea.

Come on, guys, we only have four hours!

Tanto é de quinto.

Woulda arrived in time.

On the contrary.

I made a bet that you would.

I lost money because you were three minutes late, you bastard.

The engine may be stronger now, but I told you before you left,

it's not broken in and you'll struggle on a qualifying.

Gonna have to race at least three laps before you get to define it.

Don't make the pull.

I know you will.

But what about the race?

It's too cold outside.

If Brundle manages to overtake you in the first few laps,

he could gain distance before our engine even warms up.

You could end up losing another race and the championship.

You're blocking the radiator air exhaust.

Yes, but only until the engine warms up.

What about once it's hot?

But this race, it is all or nothing.

The pressure may be too much for the Brazilian.

If he loses sight of his goal, he could make another mistake.

Just as he's done in six out of the last eleven races this season.

Repeatedly pushing his car beyond the limit.

Peter Waugh, Lotus F1.

I know.

Nice to meet you.

And I know you, De Silva.

I've been following your progress.

I witnessed a driver who could win four championships in the last two years.

Nine races in a row this year.

One of the toughest environments in motorsport.

Easy.

Fast.

Unlike any other.

I was impressed.

But then I saw a different driver.

One that could lose to his nearest rival six

races on the trot without scoring a single point.

And that's not to mention how he treats his car.

A lot of people think it's too risky to take

a chance on a driver with no F1 experience.

Better to let him and hone his skills as a test

driver for a year or two before letting him win.

I've seen him lose in a proper F1 race.

What do you reckon?

If you see me driving one of your cars, you want me to be more than just a test driver.

So, you think you belong in F1?

I worked all my life for this.

Then today, you have your chance.

Win this race.

And next year, I reckon you'll race with us at Lotus.

First, I'll have to read the contract.

Good luck.

And here we are at the final race of the season.

The title decider.

Who will become champion?

Martin Brundle is only one point ahead of Da Silva.

But as we know, anything can happen.

The title will be won or lost here.

Starting from pole position today is West Surrey's Ayrton Da Silva.

And right behind him in second position is Jordan's Martin Brundle.

Yeah!

Let's get rid of the tape.

No, come on!

No, you have less than four seconds on the straight to rip it all off.

It's not enough time!

It's too risky!

You'll overheat the engine!

Dick, trust me.

It will work.

We can keep Mansell.

He's very popular.

But Mansell's good.

He's a fighter.

But Da Silva is that and more.

He can be a good seper.

He can fight, but he can also be a very clean driver.

Trust me, Edward, De Silva is our man.

Maybe.

But first, let's just see if he manages to finish the race.

Who will come out on top?

Will it be Martin Brundle or will it be Ayrton De Silva?

The winner today will certainly be one step

closer to driving in Formula One next season.

De Silva tries to increase the gap between himself and Brundle, but the British

driver manages to keep his car within striking distance.

What a dangerous driver.

Even more so with such a crowd supporting him.

But De Silva defends his lead with every out of his skill.

What a manoeuvre!

If he doesn't take that shit off right now, the engine will blow up.

You almost gave me a bloody heart attack.

Dick!

You almost gave me a bloody heart attack.

It worked!

Congratulations on the title.

What's next for the F3 champion?

Formula One?

Peter Waugh is here.

I know.

Back off!

I assume you mean Peter.

He's very good.

He's just not British.

I miss Geofford so much.

The aerobines are amazing.

My God.

And, Mum, I have met a mechanic who was born in the same city as your grandfather.

Deculiana.

Grandpa Luis, Luigi.

He crossed the ocean, all the way to Brazil alone.

He didn't know a word of Portuguese back then.

He had a lot of guts.

Ah, sounds like someone I know.

Another Senna venturing out into the world.

Oh, darling, I missed you so much, my baby.

Me too, Mum.

By the way, what on earth do you do with your gloves, huh?

Do you drag them on the asphalt?

I mean, how many times will I have to sew those?

No, Mum.

Take it easy.

Relax.

Fine.

Sit down for a bit.

OK.

I'm gonna talk like you're dead for a moment now.

Beckão, what's the plan moving forward?

Well, I mean, it didn't work with Lotus.

They didn't keep their word.

Peter Waugh just told me they're not signing with me.

I'm sure it's because I'm Brazilian.

They signed with Manso, who is English.

So that's it.

I received some other offers from big teams, even

from McLaren, but they want me as a test driver.

That's not what I want.

And the only offer I have to become a real driver is from Toleman.

But their cars aren't the best.

They're in the end of the grid.

Even if you're the one driving?

These bloody trucks belong to the same company as us.

But there's a clear distinction.

They pay the bills, and we create a spectacle.

This is our home, De Silva.

You're very welcome at Toleman.

Thank you.

I'm using my other name now.

Senna.

Ayrton Senna.

And don't worry about the trucks.

What matters to me is the car.

Ayrton.

Everyone, Ayrton Senna.

Now, these are the people who make me believe this team will go far.

Brothers in arms.

Now then, let's show her to you.

Beautiful, isn't she?

Yes, she is.

In here.

That's where the heart beats.

Heart 415.

Turbo engine.

Only the big teams have them.

Our rivals copied our rear wing design, so...

must be on the right track.

And we were pretty close to getting on the podium last year.

With you, we will get there.

What are you waiting for?

I know this is the hard way, but I think this is what I have to do.

He said they have a turbo engine.

What is it?

Porsche?

Honda?

BMW?

Hart.

Hart?

Jesus!

Isn't Hart that guy who builds engines in his garage?

Yeah, but Rockridge gave him a place at the team's garage.

And it's not a weak engine.

It has 11,000 RPM.

Aluminium block.

600 horsepower.

I don't know.

I don't know, Beko.

Seems like a pretty risky bet.

Take your friend Shiko, for instance.

He got passed around the small teams for a while and never got anywhere.

I'm better than him.

Yeah, I know.

But you have to be able to prove that on the track, Beko.

And in a tournament.

I can do with that.

In their first year, they were 15 seconds behind the top drivers.

But the next year they scored.

I think I can grow with them.

When I finished college and started working, Beko, all I wanted was to earn

money and help my dad in return for everything he did.

Once I got my first paycheck and showed it to him, and you know what he said?

That the only thing he ever did for you was to give you opportunities in life.

I already told you that.

About a hundred times.

And that you took every opportunity.

We all know that not everyone gets good opportunities in life.

But once they come around, we have to make our choices.

And I think you have made yours.

This is where we see that F1 is not about the cars.

It's all about the money.

Have fun.

I thought you already knew what kind of person PK is.

What are they saying?

He didn't want you at Brabham.

Is this an interview?

Nelson knows I wouldn't be a second driver.

Right.

You're definitely not the type to be anybody's sidekick.

I have a husband.

Don't get the wrong impression.

Your husband is British, right?

Harrison?

He is.

Very.

And he's not here?

We were talking about you.

Scoring twice in five races with a Toleman

in your first season is an impressive feat.

Everyone can see that.

And that's why you signed with Hawkeridge, right?

Time to start reaping what you sowed.

From what I've heard, Niki Lauda will probably

retire if he loses the title to Frost this year.

Maybe he'll choose a successor.

And Ron Dennis usually listens to his drivers.

Ron Dennis knocked at my door two years ago offering me a spot.

Two years ago?

And you said no?

I'm not a test driver.

Who knows?

Maybe Peter already regrets not signing you.

Some advice.

From a friend.

Tread carefully.

You too.

Good evening.

How do you do, kid?

I don't want to interrupt you.

No, no, no.

You're not.

It's always a pleasure to meet Ayrton Senna.

Toleman.

Ah, yeah.

For Silver.

Yes.

F3 champion.

I'm sorry.

You know, smaller teams change drivers every second race.

It's so hard to keep up.

Maybe Toleman is a small team, yes.

But I have already scored some points this year.

Almost as many as Nigel at Lotus.

And you, Niki.

You started your career in F1 in March.

A small team, too.

He's not shy.

He just looks it.

Oh, fuck off, James.

Let the boy speak.

But Niki bought his seat.

So, you started at the bottom.

But still you became who you are.

Well, Monaco saved me.

1973, I was at BRM.

They had the worst cars, just shitty.

Running in third place saved my job and my career.

Two years later, at Ferrari, I won.

May I have your attention, please?

Good evening, everyone.

It's a pleasure to be surrounded by royalty.

But, dare I say, in this land of princess and

princesses, good sportsmanship reigns supreme.

Tonight...

Tonight, we are all friends.

But tomorrow, I know you.

You'll keep trying to take the championship lead from Alain.

Isn't that so, Alain?

We'll see on Sunday.

We'll see on Sunday.

Enjoy the party.

Thank you very much.

I saw you talking to that Brit earlier, huh?

That Laura girl?

Watch your mouth around her.

She's Brazilian, man.

Well, but she's a journalist, my friend.

There's no off-the-record with them, especially that girl.

Aren't you a journalist, Gauvon?

But I brought you champagne.

I know I'll be seeing you in Formula One for years, watching you rise.

So, I'd rather be your friend.

So, tell me, who's that girl right next to the prince?

In yellow?

Yeah.

Marlena.

She's super fucking hot.

Duchess, Baroness, whatever.

But look, you're aiming too high.

She's too much for your tolerance.

Hit the brakes, take a chill pill.

Okay, drink that before it turns into tea.

I feel like...

I feel like I'm going to die.

It's really, really beautiful.

Down there, one out of three people is a millionaire.

Three out of three people think they're royalty.

To claim your place here, you have to act like a king.

I think it's going to rain a lot during the race.

Isn't it dangerous to race like that?

It's not natural to race in the rain.

The rain puts the cars on the same level.

But not the drivers.

So, Bekão, you know the secret to racing in the rain?

I can't see a thing when it's raining.

I can't see a thing when it's raining.

So I got to memorize the circuits.

And how do you avoid the spinouts?

I got to keep the car straight and avoid the racing line.

So I don't lose my grip.

I got to feel the car.

Which I keep messing up.

You did 80 laps today, right?

You have to do 80, 100, 200 more.

If you want to be a champion, you can't mess up.

Just don't skip class to do it.

How do I explain this to your mother when I get home, son?

The sixth race of the World Championship, the Monaco Grand Prix.

It's the most dangerous circuit in the history of Formula 1.

Has it started?

Not yet, no.

Overtaking is nearly impossible in this circuit.

And in this rain, the likelihood of accidents is high.

Evidence of this was the serious accident... Hey, is it about to start?

Yeah.

It's raining cats and dogs.

Winning in Monte Carlo is a real challenge.

As of today, no Brazilian driver has won in the Principality of Monaco.

Two-time champion Nelson Piquet wants to be the first to do it.

In ninth position, he's the only Brazilian driver with a competitive car today.

Toleman's Ayrton Senna starts way back in 13th position.

Everything okay?

It's about...

That's more, please!

Where?

Kiki Rosberg, the winner here in Monaco last year and the champion in 82,

only managed the 10th fastest time.

He starts near the two-time world champion Niki Lauda, who's fighting for the

championship lead against Alain Prost, his McLaren teammate.

In pole position, the French driver is the favorite for today's Monaco race.

Go steady, all right?

Yeah.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Yeah.

And now, the race begins.

16th at the end of the first lap, and Ayrton

Senna's in ninth at the end of the first lap.

A great first lap, and they're on their way.

Way to go, Ayrton!

Takes Prost and starts to widen the lead.

Ayrton Senna's up to eighth.

He's got past Jacques Lafitte.

If Senna keeps this up, he'll soon be contending for points.

Milton, watching this with you makes me more nervous.

Yeah, but it's Zaza.

He's getting close to Senna's Sticky Lauda, also having an excellent race.

Ayrton is giving it his all.

Looks like Senna has overtaken Wilco Hock.

Is that right, Reginaldo?

That's right, Galvão.

Senna's now in sixth, and he already has Keke Rosberg in his sights.

Look, is that Senna's Olympe pressuring the 1982 champions, Williams?

Zaza?

Zaza?

They're showing big cone.

Senna's right behind Keke Rosberg.

Senna closes in on the Williams.

He's pushing.

They're trying to keep Keke Rosberg in this corner.

Another accident for the English driver's track

record, he wastes a chance at a big victory here.

Racing in the rain is a challenge for even the greatest of drivers.

The newcomer at the center seems to be really comfortable on the track.

Sir

Galvan, racing in the rain is no small feat.

Now doing it in Monaco?

Only the greatest.

Look at Ayrton, he's so comfortable, it's like he's racing in his backyard.

Ayrton Senna has already overtaken Keke Rothberg!

Senna goes off a world champion, an astonishing maneuver!

He pulled it off!

Holy shit, he overtook Rothberg!

My goodness!

This is not possible!

The best race ever!

Senna now goes after Niki Lauda, who's in second place in this season's standings.

A two-time Formula One World Champion!

Youngest and Senna shortens the gap, putting pressure on Niki Lauda.

The great Niki Lauda can now see Ayrton Senna in his rearview mirror.

Senna's giving it his all, he's not intimidated.

He's charging after the two-time world champion, Niki Lauda!

Look at what Ayrton Senna is doing!

The Brazilian is on the attack!

Ayrton's putting the pedal to the metal, challenging the two-time champion!

Yeah...

He's overtaking!

He's overtaking!

Ayrton Senna accelerates, leaving the two-time champion behind!

Senna now...

Senna now...

Senna now...

Senna now... This is in second place!

He's a beast when it comes to motorsports!

He did it on the most dangerous part of the circuit!

The chap is far from shy.

We keep hearing the word incredible around here in every language.

What this kid is doing here in Monaco today is absolutely incredible.

And he wants more!

...leave

with the way he's racing, but this is Senna's first time in Monaco.

It looks like it'll be the first of many, as you know.

Now the gap between Senna and Krusty is down to 27 seconds!

There's only a difference of 27 seconds now!

Senna keeps getting faster every lap!

The French driver is under a lot of pressure right now!

That's right, just like a king.

The difference dropped to 21 seconds, Galbault.

The gap is now 15 seconds!

He's gaining more than 3 seconds per lap, Galbault.

The race is still going on.

Senna drives like an old hat.

If anyone had the foresight to place a bet on him,

he'd be much better off by the end of this race.

And he's performing a true miracle here in Monaco, Ayoto Senna!

This race is definitely going down in history!

The Frenchman's nerves must be eating him alive by now, I'll tell you that much!

We've still got over half the race to go!

Wait!

Or is he signaling something to the marshals from inside his car?

They can't race in the rain like this.

It's too dangerous.

Senna is down to 29 seconds!

The gap shortens with every corner!

Senna keeps pressuring Frost!

Anyone who knows Ayrton knows what he can do with a car in the rain.

He wants his first Formula 1 win!

Go get it, Ayrton!

Let's go!

Let's do it!

He's about to succumb to the modest Thomas!

Frost is gesturing!

He's waving!

He wants the race to be stopped!

If they stop the race now, the victory will go to the French driver here in Monaco!

Frost wants to stop the race and who can blame him?

Senna is on his heels!

Less than five seconds!

Ayrton Senna is flying down the track!

He really wants this win!

Senna has been the only striker to the world

of Formula 1 The race director is on the track!

The marshals are holding their flags!

It seems like they're stopping the race!

Unbelievable!

You've got to be kidding!

They're stopping the race because of the rain!

But only now?

It doesn't make any sense!

Senna didn't slow down!

He crossed the finish line!

Frost didn't!

We'll have to check the rules but this could

have been Ayrton Senna's first Formula 1 win!

The race was stopped in the last seconds but Ayrton didn't stop!

He kept going!

P2!

Bloody marvellous!

What?

P1?

I overtook him!

But what happened?

Don't worry about that now!

Do you not realise what you've just done?

It's a very upsetting result for Senna.

However, if he can't become champion this year

he'll undoubtedly become a world champion.

He's got a very big future ahead of him.

My history!

So, second place in Monaco.

Surely this is the apex of your career this year.

It's Senna.

Good race.

Thanks.

James Hunt said he didn't think the race should be called off.

No comment?

No comment.

I think we may have a new rain master.

We'll grow together, mate.

Next year, you'll see.

We'll be even stronger.

You mark my words.

We'll be in the fight for the title.

Thank you for believing in me, Alex.

It's yours.

Guys, thank you.

Good race.

Thank you.

Well done.

Great drive.

Really great drive.