1990 Formula One Season ((better)) Instant

At the start, Prost made a better getaway and pulled ahead of Senna into the first corner. Unwilling to settle for second, Senna dove down the inside of Prost at the first turn. The two cars collided, sliding off the track and into the gravel trap. Both drivers were out of the race instantly. Because Senna had scored more points, his retirement handed the World Drivers' Championship to Ayrton Senna.

The tension between the two drivers boiled over at the Japanese Grand Prix, where Senna and Prost collided on the first lap, resulting in a dramatic retirement for both drivers. The incident handed Nelson Piquet's Williams team a surprise victory, but it also sparked a heated debate about the etiquette of racing. 1990 formula one season

1990 produced a statistically brilliant champion (6 wins, 11 podiums). But the manner of the title left a stain. At the start, Prost made a better getaway

The season also highlighted the intense rivalry between Senna and Prost, which would continue to simmer throughout the 1990s. Their on-track battles and personal animosity towards each other captivated the racing world and added a layer of complexity to the sport. Both drivers were out of the race instantly

The championship showdown took place at the final round in Australia, where Senna required only a seventh-place finish to secure his second World Championship. Prost, however, needed to win the race and Senna to finish outside the top six.