When bad weather caused F1 chaos

Events in Italy’s Emilia Romagna region this week have rightly resulted in the cancellation of the Grand Prix at Imola. At the point the decision was taken, it was entirely feasible that the race could have taken place, but the importance of saving lives – and livelihoods – in the area was paramount.

Here’s our selection of some of the Formula 1 events of the past that have been badly affected by adverse weather conditions…

1966 Belgian Grand Prix

Brabham…