Jean Alesi burst onto the F1 scene in 1989, the start of what looked to be a glittering career. But, writes Matt Bishop, after 201 grands prix, his 1995 victory in Canada remains the only F1 win for a special talent

Pedro Rodríguez delivered one of F1's most legendary drives at the old Spa in 1970, taming one of the world's fastest circuits to claim his second GP win after a relentless duel with Chris Amon

There's plenty to love about Monaco — just don't expect it to serve up a thrilling F1 race says Matt Bishop who, in 1995, discovered an alternative — and unrepeatable — way to experience the grand prix weekend

Lewis Hamilton's victory in the 2008 Monaco Grand Prix reinvigorated his charge to a first world title. But as Matt Bishop recalls, luck had a lot to do with this turning point in the championship

The danger of Formula 1 in the 1980s was all too apparent during a tragic weekend at Zolder 44 years ago, writes Matt Bishop. But even that Belgian Grand Prix had its lighter moments

American racers Mario Andretti and Phil Hill have a lot of successes in common, but also share some terrible tragedies, as Matt Bishop recalls

The 1975 Spanish Grand Prix became one of F1's darkest days – but it was also where a groundbreaking female racer made history

Twenty-five years ago, the British GP was the subject of a 'prank' by the powers that be as Bernie Ecclestone and Max Mosley made the BRDC hold the race on Easter Sunday. But the chaos that ensued didn't have the desired effect, as Matt Bishop recalls

Ayrton Senna’s tragic final races in 1994, marked by controversy over illegal traction control and his relentless pursuit of excellence in a challenging car, remain a poignant chapter in F1 history, as Matt Bishop recalls

Twenty years ago, Kimi Räikkonen put in one of the finest drives of his Formula 1 career at Suzuka to win from 17th on the grid. Matt Bishop looks back at an awe-inspiring performance

The Sepang circuit was a challenging, exhilarating stage where Formula 1 greats shone brightly — but not the first to host a Malaysian Grand Prix. Matt Bishop explores the rich history of the race, and why it deserves a spot on the F1 calendar — despite the perils of the odd king cobra

Fifteen years ago, Lewis Hamilton performed a low-speed burnout in central Melbourne in front of cheering F1 fans... and two police officers. As McLaren's PR chief, Matt Bishop was in charge of dealing with the fallout of what became known as hoon-gate. He tells the inside story