The F1 Grand Prix Journey

1999

The 1999 Formula 1 World Championship is a dramatic and unpredictable season, marked by fierce competition, unexpected twists, and intense rivalries. Mika Häkkinen, driving for McLaren, is the reigning champion and enters the season as one of the favorites, but he faces stiff competition from Ferrari and their driver Eddie Irvine, who takes on a larger role after Michael Schumacher is sidelined by a broken leg during the British Grand Prix. Häkkinen's main challenge comes from Ferrari, as the team shows significant improvement with the Ferrari F399. Eddie Irvine steps up as Ferrari's lead driver and scores multiple podiums, keeping his title hopes alive.

1999 Formula 1 Championship history Hakkinen

1999 Formula 1 Championship history Schumacher

1999 Formula 1 Championship history Frentzen

1999 Formula 1 Championship history Coulthard

1999 Formula 1 Championship history Herbert