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WHO IS THIS?

This charismatic journeyman from the City of Light jumped into the fans’ affections during a golden era.

After succeeding in a native nursery, he was on the pace in the third level before being fast-tracked to the top. A step back allowed him to shine and even brought him to the Old Man’s attention.

As was often the case, that opportunity didn’t happen and instead he lingered in the shadows. At times he looked like he could take on the world, but misfortune usually prevailed. He wheeled his way into an uncompetitive seat, before tragedy presented an opportunity with the best.

True to form he flattered to deceive.

Two seasons with an ailing giant were followed by a stint with an ambitious minnow.

He faded after a swansong, but following a lengthy absence he showed his skill when he returned to domestic action.

ON THIS DAY

1 Tim Schenken made his grand prix debut on this day in 1970. Where and when did he score his only F1 points-paying podium?

2 On this day in 1998, Michael Schumacher and Ferrari won the Hungarian GP with a radical three-stop strategy. How much did he set fastest lap by?

3 Which position did Paul Belmondo start the Hungarian GP from on this day in 1992?

4 The same race was the last GP started by Brabham. How many GPS did the team win?

5 It’s Yvan Muller’s birthday. How many times did he finish runner-up in the BTCC?