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Prost reigns in Belgium as Formula 1 returns to Spa
Phillip van Osten
22/05/2024 at 12:0022/05/2024 at 10:48 Spa-Francorchamps had undergone significant modifications when it reopened for Formula 1 in May 1983 after a thirteen-year absence from the calendar. And the new, shorter 6.9km circuit, while much less dangerous than its terrifying historic predecessor, was still very much a challenge of bravery for drivers. The start of the Belgian Grand Prix held on this day 40 years ago was marred by a bit of controversy as a false start prompted the drivers to complete only one lap before returning to the grid to refuel, which was against the regulations. Once the confusion was resolved, Alfa's Andrea de Cesaris took the initial lead, with...
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