2001 F1 Season

The 2001 Formula One World Championship, marking the 52nd season of FIA Formula One racing, was a period of dominance for Michael Schumacher and Ferrari. Schumacher secured his fourth Drivers’ Championship with a record-breaking margin of 58 points, clinching the title with four races to spare. This season, which spanned from 4 March to 14 October, included 17 races. Ferrari also triumphed in the Constructors’ Championship, showcasing their technical and strategic superiority. The season was marked by Schumacher’s consistent podium finishes, winning nine races, including a memorable victory in Hungary, where he secured the championship.

While Ferrari dominated, teams like McLaren and Williams provided formidable competition, with drivers David Coulthard and Juan Pablo Montoya frequently challenging for race wins. The season also saw the debut of future world champion Kimi Räikkönen and the arrival of Fernando Alonso. Tragically, the season was marred by the death of track marshal Graham Beveridge at the Australian Grand Prix, leading to further safety improvements in the sport. The 2001 season is remembered for Ferrari’s dominance, Schumacher’s record-breaking achievements, and the emergence of new talents set to shape the future of Formula One.