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Formula One World Championship: The controversial fan on the modified Brabham BT46B was claimed to aid cooling, but happened to create extra grip
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Formula One World Championship: The controversial fan on the modified Brabham BT46B was claimed to aid cooling, but happened to create extra grip
The controversial fan on the modified Brabham BT46B was claimed to aid cooling, but happened to create extra grip. The car won the race and the subsequent appeal with Niki Lauda (AUT), but was not raced again.
Swedish Grand Prix, Rd 8, Anderstorp, Sweden, 17 June 1978
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This print captures the iconic moment in Formula One history when the modified Brabham BT46B, equipped with a controversial fan, took to the track during the Swedish Grand Prix on June 17,1978. The innovative design of this car was initially claimed to aid cooling but had an unexpected consequence – it created extra grip. Driven by legendary racer Niki Lauda from Austria, this unique vehicle defied expectations and emerged victorious in both the race and subsequent appeal. However, despite its triumph, this groundbreaking machine never graced another race again. The image showcases the sleek profile of the Brabham BT46B as it speeds through Anderstorp's circuit in Sweden. With its distinctive fan prominently displayed at the rear, one cannot help but marvel at how such a simple modification could have such a profound impact on performance. This photograph not only encapsulates an important chapter in Formula One's rich heritage but also serves as a reminder of how innovation can sometimes push boundaries and challenge convention. It immortalizes a fleeting moment when technology and ingenuity combined to create an unrivaled advantage on the racetrack. As we gaze upon this portrait of automotive excellence frozen in time, we are reminded that true greatness often lies beyond what is deemed conventional or acceptable.
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