Senna (2024) s01e03 Episode Script
Episode 3
1
It's the second race of the season,
and Senna takes off, leading the pack!
The rain just won't let up
here in Estoril.
Driving is nearly impossible!
It's pouring rain in Portugal.
The track in Estoril
After trading his Toleman for a Lotus,
Ayrton Senna's first Formula 1 victory
is within reach!
And Senna seems close
to getting his first win.
He's about to lap a backmarker,
none other than Niki Lauda,
the three-time world champion.
He's about to lap
the three-time champion Niki Lauda!
He's about to lap Niki Lauda!
The three-time champion
is a backmarker today, my friends!
Keke Rosberg is out!
And Keke Rosberg is out!
The latest to spin.
Today's awful conditions
have claimed yet another victim.
At this rate,
there won't be any cars left on the track.
ESTORIL RACETRACK
"When a Grand Prix is interrupted,
the winner is awarded half the points."
He's lost control!
He's gonna try
for his first Formula 1 victory,
this fantastic young Brazilian,
Ayrton Senna!
Last year, driving for Toleman,
victory was snatched
from him in the Monaco rain.
Not this year. Nothing can stop him.
Not even the rain, my friends!
Ayrton Senna claims
passes everyone
and takes the win in Portugal.
His first victory here in Portugal.
The brilliant Brazilian Ayrton Senna
claims his first victory in Formula 1.
AYRTON SENNA
PORTUGUESE GRAND PRIX WINNER '85
Dad!
Congratulations, Becão.
Congratulations.
This is your first win.
Start thinking about the next one.
Right.
Thank you, Dad. Thank you.
Stay out of trouble, Becão.
Hey, Mauro.
Our Beco got where he wanted to be.
Not yet.
Come on! Pass!
Go, get it!
You don't know how to play,
I'm telling you.
No.
Come on!
I'm going for a swim.
You don't know how to play.
- There you go, champ.
- Easy.
- I've only won one race, man.
- Mark my words,
Lauda is happy as a three-time champion
and ready to retire.
Mansell will always be
the eternal promise.
The Frenchman will come close,
finish runner-up again,
and you'll be crowned champion.
Wanna bet on it?
Since when do you
understand Formula 1, Galvão?
Fuck you.
"The championship has just started.
It's race by race, my friends!"
Becão,
nobody is faster than you in Formula 1.
Everybody saw what you did here,
and now you have a car
that can actually win the title.
You're at Lotus, buddy!
We're improving the car.
There's still a long way to go.
We're still losing grip in the corners.
Ayrton, don't lose focus. Pay attention.
Fittipaldi was the champion
with Lotus in '72.
Now it's your turn to win with this car.
I hope so.
Because, you know, people in Brazil
need something to celebrate.
Shit, let me tell you.
All we get is beaten down, buddy.
So, Becão
save the serious talk for tomorrow,
for goodness' sake, and dream a little!
Trust me.
Your time has come.
- Bravo.
- Thanks.
I take it we'll be doing this
every year, then?
I certainly wouldn't mind.
Right.
Ayrton Senna started the race in the pole
and has held the lead easily since then.
Prost overtakes Berger.
He takes second place.
Senna is 43 seconds ahead.
Prost knows
this is an eternity in Formula 1,
but he speeds up
in an attempt to close the gap.
Senna responds. He sets the fastest lap.
With only 11 laps to go
and 55 seconds ahead.
It was a sure win!
What happened?
You didn't go back to the pit lane
I couldn't go back.
Talk to me.
Yesterday, in qualifying,
I had complete control of the car.
I felt everything the entire time,
and it was intense.
Today, at the race, I felt the same thing,
but even more intensely.
I don't know how to explain it, it's
I felt like I had entered
another dimension.
You know?
And then the circuit turned into a tunnel,
and I just had to move forward,
and move forward,
and faster, and faster
I felt like
I was on another plane of existence.
Beco, you don't need to be afraid
of what you felt.
I wasn't afraid.
Just the opposite, it was good.
It was powerful.
But then Ron called me on the radio
and I came back.
Everything came undone and I crashed.
misses out on a double-point finish.
And there it is, Alain Prost!
And if I want to be a champion,
I can't make mistakes.
"Can't make mistakes."
That's Miltão talking, Beco.
You can make mistakes.
Even you can make mistakes.
Gerhard Berger in second,
and Michele Alboreto in third
Is this my sister talking
or Dr. Viviane, the psychologist?
The two-time world champion
celebrates his victory.
SENNA, THE LEAD FOOT OF MONACO
"The lead foot of Monaco." I read it.
The press can be very creative.
Sometimes, the press
is not very different from the fans.
It'll praise you when you win
and criticize you when you lose.
- Are you any different?
- I try to be.
For your daughter?
My suitcase is always full of gifts
for my nieces and nephews.
I barely see my Claire.
Since the divorce,
she spends more time at her dad's.
Sometimes I have to
Your race in Monaco was impressive.
You were going to lap Prost.
Until I crashed.
You lacked consistency.
I don't think it has to do
with consistency.
You dominated Formula Ford and F2000,
broke the record for Formula 3 victories,
and performed a miracle at Toleman, but
your years at Lotus fell short,
didn't they?
You got 16 poles
but only won six races in three years.
Prost won 12 races with just three poles
and secured two titles.
- That's consistency.
- True.
But with a car that isn't up to par,
the driver has to push it to its limits
and compensate with pure effort.
Prost has been at McLaren all these years,
it's easier for him to be consistent.
But now you're at McLaren too.
In Monaco, you didn't win due to bad luck.
Here, in Mexico, the car let you down.
Just like the first race
this year in Brazil.
Ayrton, you are the only driver
who can take on Prost on equal terms.
I don't think you lack anything
to be a champion.
Or do you?
Senna takes the inside line!
Senna overtakes on the hairpin!
A genius move!
The battle between the two drivers
intensifies as the races go on.
Prost is right at home on French soil!
Both drivers are having
an incredible race.
Ayrton Senna showcases yet again
all his skill on the wet track.
Another sensational performance
from the Brazilian driver.
It's not a problem
because Senna's going all out
to lap his teammate!
He's lapped Prost!
Ready for the fight for the championship
between Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost.
Look at Prost
trying his luck against Ayrton!
He overshot the corner!
Look at Senna!
Ayrton Senna wins again in Belgium!
Is it still possible
for you to beat your rival?
Well
POLE POS - WINNER
GERMANY - HUNGARY
BELGIUM - ITALY
PORTUGAL - SPAIN
JAPAN - AUSTRALIA
Ayrton has missed his chance
at the title once again.
He handed Prost the win
at the 14th GP of the season,
the Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez.
The French driver
still has a shot at the title.
He just needs to win
the next two races at Suzuka
The Brazilian Constitution
begins by stating
that all power comes from the people,
which must
Hello?
Hi, Mom.
Hi, son! How are you?
- I'm good. How about you guys?
- We're good.
- You're still in Spain?
- Yes.
Did you watch the race?
Of course. We always watch it.
It wasn't a good one, right?
Ah, Beco
Sometimes things just don't work out.
I miss you. I miss you all.
I miss you too, honey. I miss you a lot.
- Is Miltão there?
- Your dad's already asleep.
By the way,
it's pretty late there, isn't it?
It is.
- Do you want me to wake up your dad?
- No, that's okay, Mom.
He told you we won't be able
to make it to Suzuka, right?
Yes, he did.
Beco, can I help you with anything?
Don't worry, Mom.
Everything is fine, okay? It's all good.
Son, I know you will be champion.
But I can ask your dad
to buy me a ticket to
No, that's okay, Mom.
Really, everything is fine here.
You shouldn't carry
such a heavy load, Beco.
You're too hard on yourself.
I know.
But I just need to win one more race
to become champion.
Just one more race, but
I don't know, I can't.
I remember that little boy
eager, driving a go-kart.
That little one who got too big
for the go-karts.
You would get angry.
You got upset when you didn't win, son.
But you always raced whenever you could.
Because racing is your passion, Beco.
Winning is just a bonus.
I love you, Mom.
I love you too, honey.
A dramatic situation
for the Japanese Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Today, Ayrton Senna must accomplish
what he couldn't in Portugal or Spain,
beat Frenchman Alain Prost.
The championship, which seemed secured
after a spectacular run
of victories by the Brazilian,
is heading for a complicated finish.
Senna has one more shot
at becoming champion in Japan,
which is early morning in Brazil.
The McLarens,
having won 13 out of 14 races this year,
occupy the front row.
This could be the title race
for Ayrton Senna,
who starts in pole position.
He has finally made it to one
of the top teams on the grid
after four years of battling
for the title in underperforming cars
Look at Marcelinho.
could achieve his greatest glory
here in Suzuka today.
Right now, Ayrton Senna
is visualizing the entire track
and every one of the 51 laps
You should go back to bed, son. It's late.
No, Dad.
The cars are nearing
the end of the warm-up lap
and are lining up on the starting grid.
Soon, the 15th round of the championship
This boy won't go to sleep.
Hey, it's late, Bruno!
Just a little bit.
You can stay, son. Come here.
We're just moments away from the start.
The cars are in position.
The red light is about to come on.
The 1988 Japanese Grand Prix
is about to start.
Green light. Let's see how Ayrton starts.
Ayrton stayed. Prost gets ahead of Ayrton.
His car has stalled.
Ayrton Senna is left behind!
He's losing several positions
and the chance to be the world champion.
It's started!
Ayrton Senna finally gets going!
Oh my God.
To be champion here in Suzuka,
he's gonna need a miracle.
- A nightmare for Ayrton.
- Prost is in the lead!
But Senna has already gained a position
and is right behind Gugelmin.
He has to perform a miracle here in Japan
to become world champion.
Ayrton Senna has a long way to go.
Ayrton Senna's comeback continues.
I'm getting word
that Ayrton overtook both Gugelmin
and de Cesaris at the same time.
He's flying.
We'll try to get the footage.
- Aren't they gonna show my son?
- Relax, Milton.
Look at Senna!
After just one lap, he's in eighth place!
He pressures Riccardo Patrese!
He finished the first lap in eighth
and Ayrton Senna is trying
to overtake again!
Senna gets ahead of Patrese!
The Brazilian is flying around the track!
Go!
And look at Capelli
giving Prost a hard time up front.
The forecast calls for rain.
If it rains, everything changes.
Senna has Nannini in his sights.
- Senna has overtaken Nannini!
- There we go!
We've moved up another position.
And it's just started to rain.
A lot can happen here in Suzuka.
It started to rain.
That can change the whole race.
The first drops of rain
have started to fall.
Imagine what the Frenchman is thinking,
in the rain,
knowing Ayrton is pushing hard
to close the gap!
The Brazilian is not slowing down
in this rain.
And Senna goes after it!
He reduces the distance from Prost
who is leading the race
and now has to think about catching him!
There's never been a comeback like this
in Formula 1 history.
If he overtakes Capelli,
he'll be in second place!
He'll be two seconds behind Prost!
Ayrton Senna is finding gaps everywhere.
Pedal to the metal! He'll try to overtake!
And Ayrton overtakes!
His title dream could still come true!
Now it's one-on-one, my friends!
McLaren against McLaren!
The rain is starting to ease
here in Suzuka.
Fuck.
The title is up for grabs!
The fans are excited in the stands!
Senna is pressuring Prost!
He looks for a chance
to pounce on the race leader
and take the lead! The time has come!
It's Senna against Prost,
and the Brazilian is looking
for the right line to attack!
He goes for it on the outside!
He's going to try now!
Senna dives into the chicane!
He misses the braking point
while trying to overtake
and almost goes off the track!
- Prost widens the gap!
- Ayrton Senna will have to start all over.
There is no way.
The stragglers are causing trouble
for the Frenchman!
Senna is closing in again
after an incredible comeback drive!
He's caught up to his teammate,
Alain Prost!
Catching up is easy,
overtaking, not so much.
And the Brazilian needs to pass him
to become world champion!
Prost struggles entering the straight,
this could be the moment!
Go, Beco!
Ayrton's found some room!
He's going for it!
The two McLarens charge
towards the finish line,
but Alain Prost gets held up
by backmarkers.
Senna overtakes two-time champion Prost!
Senna takes the lead
after making an impressive maneuver.
Senna has made the impossible possible!
He believed from start to finish!
With the support of the fans!
He's almost there!
It's absolutely unprecedented
what Ayrton Senna is doing at Suzuka.
A historic race
from one of the greatest of all time.
Absolute racing mastery!
He has an 11-second lead over Prost
in second place!
Ayrton is on his way
to fulfilling a dream,
a dream he's had
since his early karting days.
A childhood dream!
The whole country is on edge,
waiting to see another Brazilian champion
in his first year with McLaren!
Ayrton is set to defeat his teammate,
the two-time world champion!
Senna is heading for his first
world title, for all the world to see!
Ayrton! Ayrton Senna from Brazil!
He's the 1988 world champion!
Ayrton Senna is incredible,
a racing phenomenon!
Yes! I'm the champion!
Champion!
Champion!
Congratulations, champion.
Ayrton, how does it feel
to be the world champion?
Ayrton! A word?
It took you more than four years
to get here.
Was it worth it?
It wasn't just four years.
It was a lifetime.
A lifetime dedicated to motorsport.
I really
managed to fill that space,
that emptiness inside of me.
The anxiety, the will to win
It was an incredible moment.
Now that you've achieved
the goal of a lifetime,
what's your next goal?
I'm only 28 years old.
I have my whole life ahead of me.
I still have a lot to learn in life.
And to give back to all those
who have truly been a part of my life.
There are still many good things
within me to share with all these people.
Do you feel like you owed something
to someone along the way?
If
If I owe anything to anyone,
it's to myself.
I've been
too hard, until today
on myself.
I sacrificed a great deal
of myself.
So I want to
I'll make up for all of this from now on.
That's your trademark, right?
Wave the flag, the colors of your helmet
You have a very strong bond
with Brazil, right?
Brazil is my home,
my people.
THE BEST RACING DRIVER IN THE WORLD
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
There are many things wrong in Brazil.
A lot of poverty, a lot to improve, but
it's my country.
What about the '89 season?
Thank you.
Ayrton, you had a tough year,
but now you're the world champion.
How does it feel?
Xuxa, give me an autograph, please!
Xuxa!
Thank you for coming.
- Xuxa, give me an autograph!
- Thank you.
Thank you.
GO, AYRTON
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
YESTERDAY WAS MY BIRTHDAY
MY GIFT IS TO BE HERE WITH YOU
Subtitle translation by Rita Macedo
It's the second race of the season,
and Senna takes off, leading the pack!
The rain just won't let up
here in Estoril.
Driving is nearly impossible!
It's pouring rain in Portugal.
The track in Estoril
After trading his Toleman for a Lotus,
Ayrton Senna's first Formula 1 victory
is within reach!
And Senna seems close
to getting his first win.
He's about to lap a backmarker,
none other than Niki Lauda,
the three-time world champion.
He's about to lap
the three-time champion Niki Lauda!
He's about to lap Niki Lauda!
The three-time champion
is a backmarker today, my friends!
Keke Rosberg is out!
And Keke Rosberg is out!
The latest to spin.
Today's awful conditions
have claimed yet another victim.
At this rate,
there won't be any cars left on the track.
ESTORIL RACETRACK
"When a Grand Prix is interrupted,
the winner is awarded half the points."
He's lost control!
He's gonna try
for his first Formula 1 victory,
this fantastic young Brazilian,
Ayrton Senna!
Last year, driving for Toleman,
victory was snatched
from him in the Monaco rain.
Not this year. Nothing can stop him.
Not even the rain, my friends!
Ayrton Senna claims
passes everyone
and takes the win in Portugal.
His first victory here in Portugal.
The brilliant Brazilian Ayrton Senna
claims his first victory in Formula 1.
AYRTON SENNA
PORTUGUESE GRAND PRIX WINNER '85
Dad!
Congratulations, Becão.
Congratulations.
This is your first win.
Start thinking about the next one.
Right.
Thank you, Dad. Thank you.
Stay out of trouble, Becão.
Hey, Mauro.
Our Beco got where he wanted to be.
Not yet.
Come on! Pass!
Go, get it!
You don't know how to play,
I'm telling you.
No.
Come on!
I'm going for a swim.
You don't know how to play.
- There you go, champ.
- Easy.
- I've only won one race, man.
- Mark my words,
Lauda is happy as a three-time champion
and ready to retire.
Mansell will always be
the eternal promise.
The Frenchman will come close,
finish runner-up again,
and you'll be crowned champion.
Wanna bet on it?
Since when do you
understand Formula 1, Galvão?
Fuck you.
"The championship has just started.
It's race by race, my friends!"
Becão,
nobody is faster than you in Formula 1.
Everybody saw what you did here,
and now you have a car
that can actually win the title.
You're at Lotus, buddy!
We're improving the car.
There's still a long way to go.
We're still losing grip in the corners.
Ayrton, don't lose focus. Pay attention.
Fittipaldi was the champion
with Lotus in '72.
Now it's your turn to win with this car.
I hope so.
Because, you know, people in Brazil
need something to celebrate.
Shit, let me tell you.
All we get is beaten down, buddy.
So, Becão
save the serious talk for tomorrow,
for goodness' sake, and dream a little!
Trust me.
Your time has come.
- Bravo.
- Thanks.
I take it we'll be doing this
every year, then?
I certainly wouldn't mind.
Right.
Ayrton Senna started the race in the pole
and has held the lead easily since then.
Prost overtakes Berger.
He takes second place.
Senna is 43 seconds ahead.
Prost knows
this is an eternity in Formula 1,
but he speeds up
in an attempt to close the gap.
Senna responds. He sets the fastest lap.
With only 11 laps to go
and 55 seconds ahead.
It was a sure win!
What happened?
You didn't go back to the pit lane
I couldn't go back.
Talk to me.
Yesterday, in qualifying,
I had complete control of the car.
I felt everything the entire time,
and it was intense.
Today, at the race, I felt the same thing,
but even more intensely.
I don't know how to explain it, it's
I felt like I had entered
another dimension.
You know?
And then the circuit turned into a tunnel,
and I just had to move forward,
and move forward,
and faster, and faster
I felt like
I was on another plane of existence.
Beco, you don't need to be afraid
of what you felt.
I wasn't afraid.
Just the opposite, it was good.
It was powerful.
But then Ron called me on the radio
and I came back.
Everything came undone and I crashed.
misses out on a double-point finish.
And there it is, Alain Prost!
And if I want to be a champion,
I can't make mistakes.
"Can't make mistakes."
That's Miltão talking, Beco.
You can make mistakes.
Even you can make mistakes.
Gerhard Berger in second,
and Michele Alboreto in third
Is this my sister talking
or Dr. Viviane, the psychologist?
The two-time world champion
celebrates his victory.
SENNA, THE LEAD FOOT OF MONACO
"The lead foot of Monaco." I read it.
The press can be very creative.
Sometimes, the press
is not very different from the fans.
It'll praise you when you win
and criticize you when you lose.
- Are you any different?
- I try to be.
For your daughter?
My suitcase is always full of gifts
for my nieces and nephews.
I barely see my Claire.
Since the divorce,
she spends more time at her dad's.
Sometimes I have to
Your race in Monaco was impressive.
You were going to lap Prost.
Until I crashed.
You lacked consistency.
I don't think it has to do
with consistency.
You dominated Formula Ford and F2000,
broke the record for Formula 3 victories,
and performed a miracle at Toleman, but
your years at Lotus fell short,
didn't they?
You got 16 poles
but only won six races in three years.
Prost won 12 races with just three poles
and secured two titles.
- That's consistency.
- True.
But with a car that isn't up to par,
the driver has to push it to its limits
and compensate with pure effort.
Prost has been at McLaren all these years,
it's easier for him to be consistent.
But now you're at McLaren too.
In Monaco, you didn't win due to bad luck.
Here, in Mexico, the car let you down.
Just like the first race
this year in Brazil.
Ayrton, you are the only driver
who can take on Prost on equal terms.
I don't think you lack anything
to be a champion.
Or do you?
Senna takes the inside line!
Senna overtakes on the hairpin!
A genius move!
The battle between the two drivers
intensifies as the races go on.
Prost is right at home on French soil!
Both drivers are having
an incredible race.
Ayrton Senna showcases yet again
all his skill on the wet track.
Another sensational performance
from the Brazilian driver.
It's not a problem
because Senna's going all out
to lap his teammate!
He's lapped Prost!
Ready for the fight for the championship
between Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost.
Look at Prost
trying his luck against Ayrton!
He overshot the corner!
Look at Senna!
Ayrton Senna wins again in Belgium!
Is it still possible
for you to beat your rival?
Well
POLE POS - WINNER
GERMANY - HUNGARY
BELGIUM - ITALY
PORTUGAL - SPAIN
JAPAN - AUSTRALIA
Ayrton has missed his chance
at the title once again.
He handed Prost the win
at the 14th GP of the season,
the Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez.
The French driver
still has a shot at the title.
He just needs to win
the next two races at Suzuka
The Brazilian Constitution
begins by stating
that all power comes from the people,
which must
Hello?
Hi, Mom.
Hi, son! How are you?
- I'm good. How about you guys?
- We're good.
- You're still in Spain?
- Yes.
Did you watch the race?
Of course. We always watch it.
It wasn't a good one, right?
Ah, Beco
Sometimes things just don't work out.
I miss you. I miss you all.
I miss you too, honey. I miss you a lot.
- Is Miltão there?
- Your dad's already asleep.
By the way,
it's pretty late there, isn't it?
It is.
- Do you want me to wake up your dad?
- No, that's okay, Mom.
He told you we won't be able
to make it to Suzuka, right?
Yes, he did.
Beco, can I help you with anything?
Don't worry, Mom.
Everything is fine, okay? It's all good.
Son, I know you will be champion.
But I can ask your dad
to buy me a ticket to
No, that's okay, Mom.
Really, everything is fine here.
You shouldn't carry
such a heavy load, Beco.
You're too hard on yourself.
I know.
But I just need to win one more race
to become champion.
Just one more race, but
I don't know, I can't.
I remember that little boy
eager, driving a go-kart.
That little one who got too big
for the go-karts.
You would get angry.
You got upset when you didn't win, son.
But you always raced whenever you could.
Because racing is your passion, Beco.
Winning is just a bonus.
I love you, Mom.
I love you too, honey.
A dramatic situation
for the Japanese Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Today, Ayrton Senna must accomplish
what he couldn't in Portugal or Spain,
beat Frenchman Alain Prost.
The championship, which seemed secured
after a spectacular run
of victories by the Brazilian,
is heading for a complicated finish.
Senna has one more shot
at becoming champion in Japan,
which is early morning in Brazil.
The McLarens,
having won 13 out of 14 races this year,
occupy the front row.
This could be the title race
for Ayrton Senna,
who starts in pole position.
He has finally made it to one
of the top teams on the grid
after four years of battling
for the title in underperforming cars
Look at Marcelinho.
could achieve his greatest glory
here in Suzuka today.
Right now, Ayrton Senna
is visualizing the entire track
and every one of the 51 laps
You should go back to bed, son. It's late.
No, Dad.
The cars are nearing
the end of the warm-up lap
and are lining up on the starting grid.
Soon, the 15th round of the championship
This boy won't go to sleep.
Hey, it's late, Bruno!
Just a little bit.
You can stay, son. Come here.
We're just moments away from the start.
The cars are in position.
The red light is about to come on.
The 1988 Japanese Grand Prix
is about to start.
Green light. Let's see how Ayrton starts.
Ayrton stayed. Prost gets ahead of Ayrton.
His car has stalled.
Ayrton Senna is left behind!
He's losing several positions
and the chance to be the world champion.
It's started!
Ayrton Senna finally gets going!
Oh my God.
To be champion here in Suzuka,
he's gonna need a miracle.
- A nightmare for Ayrton.
- Prost is in the lead!
But Senna has already gained a position
and is right behind Gugelmin.
He has to perform a miracle here in Japan
to become world champion.
Ayrton Senna has a long way to go.
Ayrton Senna's comeback continues.
I'm getting word
that Ayrton overtook both Gugelmin
and de Cesaris at the same time.
He's flying.
We'll try to get the footage.
- Aren't they gonna show my son?
- Relax, Milton.
Look at Senna!
After just one lap, he's in eighth place!
He pressures Riccardo Patrese!
He finished the first lap in eighth
and Ayrton Senna is trying
to overtake again!
Senna gets ahead of Patrese!
The Brazilian is flying around the track!
Go!
And look at Capelli
giving Prost a hard time up front.
The forecast calls for rain.
If it rains, everything changes.
Senna has Nannini in his sights.
- Senna has overtaken Nannini!
- There we go!
We've moved up another position.
And it's just started to rain.
A lot can happen here in Suzuka.
It started to rain.
That can change the whole race.
The first drops of rain
have started to fall.
Imagine what the Frenchman is thinking,
in the rain,
knowing Ayrton is pushing hard
to close the gap!
The Brazilian is not slowing down
in this rain.
And Senna goes after it!
He reduces the distance from Prost
who is leading the race
and now has to think about catching him!
There's never been a comeback like this
in Formula 1 history.
If he overtakes Capelli,
he'll be in second place!
He'll be two seconds behind Prost!
Ayrton Senna is finding gaps everywhere.
Pedal to the metal! He'll try to overtake!
And Ayrton overtakes!
His title dream could still come true!
Now it's one-on-one, my friends!
McLaren against McLaren!
The rain is starting to ease
here in Suzuka.
Fuck.
The title is up for grabs!
The fans are excited in the stands!
Senna is pressuring Prost!
He looks for a chance
to pounce on the race leader
and take the lead! The time has come!
It's Senna against Prost,
and the Brazilian is looking
for the right line to attack!
He goes for it on the outside!
He's going to try now!
Senna dives into the chicane!
He misses the braking point
while trying to overtake
and almost goes off the track!
- Prost widens the gap!
- Ayrton Senna will have to start all over.
There is no way.
The stragglers are causing trouble
for the Frenchman!
Senna is closing in again
after an incredible comeback drive!
He's caught up to his teammate,
Alain Prost!
Catching up is easy,
overtaking, not so much.
And the Brazilian needs to pass him
to become world champion!
Prost struggles entering the straight,
this could be the moment!
Go, Beco!
Ayrton's found some room!
He's going for it!
The two McLarens charge
towards the finish line,
but Alain Prost gets held up
by backmarkers.
Senna overtakes two-time champion Prost!
Senna takes the lead
after making an impressive maneuver.
Senna has made the impossible possible!
He believed from start to finish!
With the support of the fans!
He's almost there!
It's absolutely unprecedented
what Ayrton Senna is doing at Suzuka.
A historic race
from one of the greatest of all time.
Absolute racing mastery!
He has an 11-second lead over Prost
in second place!
Ayrton is on his way
to fulfilling a dream,
a dream he's had
since his early karting days.
A childhood dream!
The whole country is on edge,
waiting to see another Brazilian champion
in his first year with McLaren!
Ayrton is set to defeat his teammate,
the two-time world champion!
Senna is heading for his first
world title, for all the world to see!
Ayrton! Ayrton Senna from Brazil!
He's the 1988 world champion!
Ayrton Senna is incredible,
a racing phenomenon!
Yes! I'm the champion!
Champion!
Champion!
Congratulations, champion.
Ayrton, how does it feel
to be the world champion?
Ayrton! A word?
It took you more than four years
to get here.
Was it worth it?
It wasn't just four years.
It was a lifetime.
A lifetime dedicated to motorsport.
I really
managed to fill that space,
that emptiness inside of me.
The anxiety, the will to win
It was an incredible moment.
Now that you've achieved
the goal of a lifetime,
what's your next goal?
I'm only 28 years old.
I have my whole life ahead of me.
I still have a lot to learn in life.
And to give back to all those
who have truly been a part of my life.
There are still many good things
within me to share with all these people.
Do you feel like you owed something
to someone along the way?
If
If I owe anything to anyone,
it's to myself.
I've been
too hard, until today
on myself.
I sacrificed a great deal
of myself.
So I want to
I'll make up for all of this from now on.
That's your trademark, right?
Wave the flag, the colors of your helmet
You have a very strong bond
with Brazil, right?
Brazil is my home,
my people.
THE BEST RACING DRIVER IN THE WORLD
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
There are many things wrong in Brazil.
A lot of poverty, a lot to improve, but
it's my country.
What about the '89 season?
Thank you.
Ayrton, you had a tough year,
but now you're the world champion.
How does it feel?
Xuxa, give me an autograph, please!
Xuxa!
Thank you for coming.
- Xuxa, give me an autograph!
- Thank you.
Thank you.
GO, AYRTON
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
YESTERDAY WAS MY BIRTHDAY
MY GIFT IS TO BE HERE WITH YOU
Subtitle translation by Rita Macedo