Top 5 Closest Finishes in Formula 1

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#3 Ayrton Senna beats Nigel Mansell by 0.014 seconds - 1986 Spanish Grand Prix

Ayrton Senna and Nigel Mansell
Ayrton Senna and Nigel Mansell

Driving the Lotus-Renault, Ayrton Senna had a brilliant qualifying session at Jerez that saw him finish on pole. His rival Nigel Mansell too had a very productive qualifying session that ensured that he would start the race from the second row in the third place.

The Brazilian had an exhilarating three-way battle for the race lead during the first half of the race. His consistent pace allowed him to build a comfortable lead during the latter half of the Grand Prix. However, Mansell's inspired drive after his pit-stop to close a massive gap assured a photo-finish in the 1986 Spanish Grand Prix.

Senna held onto his position despite the intense pressure from the Briton to take his first victory of the season.

Video: Senna vs Mansell at the 1986 Spanish GP

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