Bernd Maylander: 500 races in the Safety Car

F1: Beyond The Grid by karenellenbevan

Apr 14, 202658:04Sports & Recreation

At this year’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix, Bernd Maylander reached a remarkable milestone of 500 races as the FIA Safety Car Driver. Speaking to Tom Clarkson, Bernd reflects on how the Safety Car and his job ha...

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