In the 1994 San Marino Grand Prixthe third race for the years Formula One motor race held at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino FerrariAyrton Senna was the fastest racer for the first qualification race, but his position was taken over by Michael Schumacher as Senna was disqualified.
The race weekend was marked by the deaths of Austrian driver Roland Ratzenberger and of three-time world champion Ayrton Senna in separate accidents. Going at a speed of 305 km/h (190 mph), Senna's car could not take the turn at the Tamburello left corner, and, continuing in a straight line, struck the unprotected concrete barrier at a speed of 211 km/h (131 mph), reduced as a result of the driver's effort to brake. As was subsequently ascertained, Senna was killed instantly. Ayrton Senna Fatal accident 
