On this day 16 years ago, the 2002 Formula 1 world championship was already into its second race of the season. The Malaysian Grand Prix was held on March 17 at the Sepang International Circuit, and saw a dominating win for a driver named Schumacher. But it wasn't Michael, despite the fact that he had started the race from pole position. Schumacher clashed with Williams' Juan Pablo Montoya during the first lap, which allowed Rubens Barrichello to take the lead in the second Ferrari while Schumacher had to pit for a new front wing. Montoya was subsequently handed a controversial drive-thru penalty for causing a collision. The Colombian described it as "very unfair" and even...
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