Five of the best Dutch GPs in F1 history
The recent emergence of Max Verstappen and Formula 1's increasing popularity in the Netherlands has put the Dutch Grand Prix back on the calendar for the first time since 1985. This weekend, Zandvoort will play host to the 13th round of the 2021 F1 season, which is tantalisingly poised, with Red Bull driver Verstappen in an intense championship battle against Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes. If Sunday's race is half of exciting as the five races below, it could go down as a classic in an already thrilling season. 1975 Dutch GP Everyone loves an underdog victory and that's exactly what happened at the 1975 Dutch Grand Prix. Hesketh Racing's James Hunt made his mark on F1 with a brilliant drive for the small privateer team. Hunt gambled by switching from wet tyres to slicks early on as the track dried out in the early stages of the race. It gave him the lead and he masterfully held off Niki Lauda in the Ferrari to claim his maiden Grand Prix victory. 1977 Dutch GP Two years l...