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The 1985 Formula One season was a very exciting year for car racing fans! It was the 36th time this big championship happened. Drivers from all over the world competed in super-fast cars. This season saw a thrilling battle for the top spot. In the end, Alain Prost became the champion, showing amazing skill and speed.


The 1985 Formula One Season

The 1985 Formula One season was a thrilling year in the world of motor racing. It was the 36th official Formula One World Championship. This season featured 16 exciting races, called Grand Prix events. Drivers and teams competed for the top titles. They raced across different countries, from Brazil to Australia.

Who Won the Championship?

The main prize, the Drivers' Championship, was won by Alain Prost. He drove for the McLaren team. Prost had a fantastic season, winning five races. He showed great consistency and skill throughout the year. His victory was the first of his four world championships. He won by a clear margin of 23 points.

Top Drivers and Teams

Many talented drivers competed in 1985. Here are some of the stars:

  • Alain Prost: The champion, driving for McLaren. He was known for his smooth driving style.
  • Michele Alboreto: He finished second in the championship. Alboreto drove for the famous Ferrari team. He won two races during the season.
  • Keke Rosberg: Finishing third, Rosberg drove for Williams. He also won two races, including the first-ever Australian Grand Prix.
  • Niki Lauda: A three-time world champion, Lauda was Prost's teammate at McLaren. He retired at the end of the 1985 season. He had a long and successful career spanning 13 years.

The Teams' Battle

The teams also competed for the Constructors' Championship. This award goes to the best team overall.

  • McLaren: They won the Constructors' Championship. Their car, the MP4/2B, was very fast and reliable.
  • Ferrari: This Italian team finished second. They had a strong car and good drivers.
  • Williams: They came in third place. Williams showed great improvement during the season.

Memorable Moments

The 1985 season had many exciting races. The championship battle between Prost and Alboreto was very close for much of the year. Prost's consistent performance helped him pull ahead. It was a season of speed, strategy, and incredible driving.

Images for kids

  • Anefo 933-1302 Huub Rothengatter, Alain Prost, Niki Lauda 29.10.1984 Prost crop

    Alain Prost (pictured in 1984) won the first of his four Drivers' Championships by a 23-point margin.

  • Alboreto 1985-08-02

    Michele Alboreto (pictured in Ferrari), finished second.

  • Anefo 932-2378 Keke Rosberg, Zandvoort, 03-07-1982 - Restoration

    Keke Rosberg finished third, driving for Williams.

  • Andreas Nikolaus Lauda 2011

    Three-time World Champions Niki Lauda retired at the end of the season after a 13-year career.

  • Bellof, Stefan am 1985-08-02

    Bellof at the 1985 German Grand Prix.

  • ProstAlain McLarenMP4-2B 1985

    McLaren won the 1985 Manufacturers' Championship

  • Alboreto 1985-08-02

    Ferrari placed 2nd in the 1985 Manufacturers' Championship

  • Keke Rosberg Williams FW10 1985 German GP

    Williams finished 3rd in the 1985 Manufacturers' Championship

See also

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