MotoGP race ends in closest finish ever
Toni Elias beat Valentino Rossi by 0.039 seconds in 2006. The gap remains the smallest in MotoGP history.
Why it matters
The result reshaped the championship standings and highlighted Elias' one-time dominance.
Key facts
- date
- 15 October 2006
- venue
- Estoril
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race details
The 2006 Spanish Grand Prix saw Elias overtake Rossi on the final lap. The margin was 0.039 seconds.
championship impact
Elias led the standings before the crash. Rossi's loss opened the title race.
Common questions
how much was the gap between Elias and Rossi?
The gap was 0.039 seconds, the smallest in MotoGP history.
when did this race happen?
The race took place on 15 October 2006.
Sources
- The closest finish in MotoGP history: Toni Elias over Valentino Rossi 20 years ago Motorsport.com · motorsport.com
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