James Hunt won the Spanish Grand Prix on this day in 1976
In a season known for controversy, the race at Jarama did not disappoint. After being leapfrogged by the Ferrari of Niki Lauda at the start, Hunt re-passed his title rival and kicked on to take the victory. However, in post-race scrutineering, his McLaren M23 was declared 1.5cm too wide and the Briton was stripped of the victory.
McLaren appealed the ruling and two months later the result was reinstated, giving Hunt the much needed points in his season-long title battle with Lauda which was immortalised in the Hollywood film Rush.
Click Here to read Motor Sport's race report from Jarama.
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