Nigel Mansell played a significant role in one of Formula 1’s most memorable eras and was involved in many of the stories discussed on our Bring Back V10s podcast. Recently, we had the opportunity to interview Mansell and ask him questions from our listeners. The answers he provided were enlightening and true to his character.
One question asked was whether he regretted not spending more time in America, potentially winning more titles and even the Indy 500. Mansell explained that regret was not the right word to use. He was initially happy in IndyCar and even signed a three-year contract. However, Formula 1 wanted him back due to the absence of a world champion. Politics then interfered and circumstances changed, leading Mansell to step away. He expressed disappointment that his career was affected in this way.
Another question revolved around Mansell’s performance in the Indy 500. Although he didn’t win the race, he felt that victory had been intentionally taken away from him on one occasion. Mansell also mentioned a dangerous incident that occurred during his time participating in the race, highlighting the risks involved in the sport.
There were several questions about Mansell’s potential success against Alain Prost at Williams in 1993. Mansell believed he would have easily beaten Prost, but the team didn’t want him there due to his support of Renault. Mansell’s contract with Williams ended after winning the world championship, and he was offered a job with half the salary, which he found disappointing.
Mansell briefly participated in the British Touring Car Championship in 1998, but didn’t continue for long. He described the experience as “temporary” and expressed disappointment with the manufacturer for withdrawing funding after a successful race.
When asked if he could have beaten Michael Schumacher and Damon Hill for the 1995 title if Williams had hired him, Mansell pointed out that he had already proven himself in 1994. He had secured pole position in Australia after driving the car only four times in two years.
Mansell also discussed his potential involvement with Jordan in 1997. Although he tested for the team, the offer that could have been available did not meet his expectations. He described the experience as enjoyable but not what he had hoped for.
In terms of his favorite car from his Formula 1 career, Mansell chose the 1987 Williams FW11B. He described it as a fantastic car with immense power and an exhilarating driving experience.
Mansell expressed openness to having Ayrton Senna as a teammate and mentioned that he had already raced alongside four world champions. However, he emphasized the importance of fair compensation in this scenario.
When asked about his transition from Formula 1 to CART, Mansell had mixed feelings. He acknowledged that Formula 1 was the pinnacle of motorsport but found IndyCar to be a different experience. He mentioned the need to adapt his driving style to the heavy IndyCar and the challenges of racing on circuits that went in the opposite direction.
Mansell shared his emotions after winning his first race with Ferrari in Brazil in 1989. He described it as a small miracle given the car’s lack of reliability and expressed pride in the achievement.
Mansell also discussed his involvement with UK Youth, a charity of which he has been president since 1999. He spoke extensively about the organization’s efforts to inspire and educate young people and emphasized the importance of providing opportunities for those who may be outside of education or employment. Mansell expressed pride in the charity’s achievements and its commitment to helping those in need.
In conclusion, Nigel Mansell provided insightful and candid answers to a variety of questions about his career and personal life. He reflected on his experiences in Formula 1 and IndyCar, as well as his involvement with UK Youth. Mansell’s dedication to giving back and making a difference was evident throughout the interview.
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