Michael Schumacher before lights out (Hungarian Grand Prix, 1994)

Michael Schumacher on the 1994 Hungarian Grand Prix delivered a commanding efficiency. Driving for Benetton-Ford, he began from pole place and dominated the race on the Hungaroring on August 14, 1994. Regardless of challenges from Damon Hill within the Williams, Schumacher managed the tempo all through, managing his tyres and technique expertly to take a snug victory. This win strengthened his lead within the Drivers’ Championship throughout a controversial and hard-fought 1994 season marked by intense rivalry and scrutiny over Benetton’s ways.