BEYOND THE GRID LEGENDS: Rubens Barrichello on following Ayrton Senna, racing against Michael Schumacher and his advice for Gabriel Bortoleto

Rubens Barrichello is without doubt one of the most skilled drivers in F1 historical past, making greater than 300 Grand Prix begins and successful 11 races with Ferrari and Brawn GP – giving him loads to speak about on the most recent Past The Grid LEGENDS podcast.

Throughout a prolonged profession within the high echelon, the Brazilian had to deal with the passing of his legendary countryman, Ayrton Senna, in addition to carrying the nation’s hopes from that time onwards.

LIGHTS TO FLAG: Rubens Barrichello on Schumacher, Ferrari, the Brawn journey – and his racing exploits after F1

Then, having impressed with the Jordan and Stewart groups, Barrichello went up in opposition to a dominant Michael Schumacher at Ferrari – however whereas he by no means gained a championship crown, he proved he might match his world-beating workforce mate on his day.