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Formula One World Championship: Elio de Angelis drove the controversial twin-chassis Lotus 88 for a handful of laps during Friday practice before

Formula One World Championship: Elio de Angelis drove the controversial twin-chassis Lotus 88 for a handful of laps during Friday practice before


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Formula One World Championship: Elio de Angelis drove the controversial twin-chassis Lotus 88 for a handful of laps during Friday practice before

Elio de Angelis (ITA) drove the controversial twin-chassis Lotus 88 for a handful of laps during Friday practice before the fuel pump failed. The car was declared illegal on the Saturday and was not raced again.
United States Grand Prix (West), Long Beach, 15 March 1981

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In this print from the 1981 United States Grand Prix in Long Beach, we witness the controversial twin-chassis Lotus 88 being put to the test by Italian driver Elio de Angelis. As he takes it for a handful of laps during Friday practice, anticipation fills the air. However, fate had other plans as the fuel pump failed, abruptly halting their progress. The Lotus 88 was no ordinary car; its unique design sparked intense debate and controversy within the Formula One world. The innovative twin-chassis concept aimed to improve aerodynamics and enhance performance on track. Yet, despite its potential, this groundbreaking creation faced an unfortunate demise. Shortly after De Angelis' brief encounter with this revolutionary machine, authorities declared it illegal on Saturday. This ruling shattered any hopes of witnessing its full potential unleashed on race day. This photograph captures a moment frozen in time—a glimpse into an era where experimentation pushed boundaries and challenged conventionality in motorsport. The blurred motion adds a sense of dynamism and excitement to the image while emphasizing the speed at which these incredible machines raced around Long Beach's iconic circuit. Although short-lived and ultimately deemed unlawful, the legacy of Lotus 88 lives on as a testament to human ingenuity and relentless pursuit of excellence in Formula One history.

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