How good would Bianchi have become?
It's five years since the Suzuka accident that led to the death of Jules Bianchi. As a tribute to him, here's another chance to read for free our 2015 article reflecting on what he might've been capable of had his career not been tragically halted
In a happier moment in the Suzuka press room on the morning of Sunday October 5 2014, a few hours before the accident that would lead to Jules Bianchi's death, I was considering the top 10 ranking for Autosport's end-of-season Formula 1 review.
This was just one moment in a lengthy process that usually lasts several months. But among the names being considered for a place in my provisional list of the best performers of the season was Bianchi.
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