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2006 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix: A Thrilling Race at Fuji Speedway
Round 17 of the 2006 FIA Formula 1 World Championship
October 8, 2006
The 2006 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, officially known as the 2006 Formula 1 Fuji Television Japanese Grand Prix, was the seventeenth round of the 2006 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The race was held on October 8, 2006, at the Fuji Speedway in Oyama, Japan.
The race weekend was marked by unpredictable weather conditions, with heavy rain falling during qualifying and practice. On race day, the track was dry but still treacherous, with several drivers struggling to keep their cars on the track.
The race was won by Fernando Alonso of Renault, who started from second on the grid. He took the lead on the first lap and never looked back, leading every lap of the race. Kimi Räikkönen of McLaren finished second, while Giancarlo Fisichella of Renault rounded out the podium.
The 2006 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix was a thrilling race that saw plenty of action and excitement. The unpredictable weather conditions added an extra element of challenge, and the drivers put on a great show for the fans.
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