The record means a great deal to me - Barrichello

Next weekend, Honda Racing F1 Team driver Rubens Barrichello will reach his 257 Grand Prix. This means that he will break the record of Ricardo Patrese for the most Grand Prix starts. Barrichello started his F1 career with the Jordan team in 1993. He also raced for Stewart Grand Prix, Ferrari and Honda. Rubinho collected 9 Grand Prix victories so far.

Rubens Barrichello said: “Becoming the most experienced Formula One driver ever means a great deal to me. I’ve had a long career in Formula One and I have so many wonderful memories, but I don’t feel any different today to the day when I started out on this journey in 1993. My first race, at Kyalami, seems like yesterday. I must thank my family and friends for their unwavering support through the years. I was lucky enough to start my career in F1 at a young age and I love racing as much as ever and, importantly, I still love Formula One. Whilst people will look back at my 16-year career in Turkey, I’m still looking forward and the next race is the one that matters the most.”