Riccardo Patrese

Riccardo Patrese (born April 17 1954) in Padua, Italy was a Formula One racing driver from 1977 until 1993.

Benetton

In 1992 Williams moved into a position of complete dominance and Patrese continued to deliver in his role of second driver taking one win and visiting the podium nine times in sixteen races. With Alain Prost, Ayrton Senna and Nigel Mansell all desperately trying to sign for Williams Patrese's position looked to be under threat and he signed for Benetton before the end of the year. Ironically this move to secure his future in the sport may have cost him his best chance of the title. Unable to agree terms with Senna or Mansell, Williams signed Alain Prost and would almost certainly have retained Patrese had he not already agreed to leave the team.

Related Topics:
1992 - Alain Prost - Benetton

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