| 11. | Ayrton Senna was killed the next day at the bend before.
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| 12. | This incident just about diminished Senna's 1989 championship chances.
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| 13. | Senna also won the title for McLaren in 1990 and 1991.
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| 14. | Watkins was also known for his friendship with driver Ayrton Senna.
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| 15. | With victory in the race, Senna clinched the World Championship.
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| 16. | On lap 48, Senna pitted without giving up the lead.
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| 17. | Senna won by a mere 2.9 seconds from Patrese.
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| 18. | Qualifying saw Nigel Mansell take pole from title rival Ayrton Senna.
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| 19. | With three races to go Senna led Mansell by 24 points.
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| 20. | Prost passed Senna on lap 8 and set off after Hill.
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