Aired: 11/29/2024
Ayrton Senna begins his racing career in Formula Ford. Far from home and dreaming big, he craves recognition and more opportunities on the track.
After catching Peter Warr's eye, Senna makes a decisive career move. A trip to Italy elevates his car's performance. Alain Prost and Senna cross paths.
Galvão discusses Senna's duty to Brazil. A karaoke night opens doors. Ayrton's rivalry with Prost intensifies before the 1988 World Championship.
Senna's romance with Xuxa sparks a media frenzy. A broken engine, public conflicts and on-track drama escalate the tensions between Senna and Prost.
After Senna's controversial press conference, Balestre announces the season's drivers. Prost leaves McLaren, and Senna makes a desperate move to win.
Senna makes a pivotal career move. As friends suffer track accidents, he pushes for increased safety measures before his fateful race at Imola.
