Why Hamilton’s Ferrari debut evokes more Schumacher than Vettel or Alonso

“Grand Prix racing has, in recent times, come under fire from many quarters for its lack of overtaking, predictable results and characterless circuits. But is it really so bad? And just what can be done to improve the spectacle?”

The words of Autosport magazine, 24 August 1995 – in case you were wondering. Because, time and again, the cycles of history repeat. For Formula 1 then, give or take the unexpectedly good 2024 season and the hopes for an even better campaign this year, many feel the same about the current era.