WATCH: OTD - Nigel Mansell clinches his first Formula 1 World Championship at 1992 Hungarian Grand Prix

On this day in 1992, Nigel Mansell realized a lifelong ambition by securing the Formula 1 World Championship at the Hungarian Grand Prix. After years of coming agonizingly close to the title, Mansell's second-place finish in Hungary behind Ayrton Senna was enough to seal his status as the world's best.

Mansell's journey to the championship was anything but straightforward. He had twice been on the brink of glory in the mid-1980s, finishing as runner-up in both 1986 and 1987. In 1991, he once again found himself narrowly missing out on the crown, solidifying his reputation as one of the best drivers never to have won the championship.

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However, the 1992 season was different. Driving for the dominant Williams-Renault team, Mansell was in a league of his own, delivering a series of performances that left his competitors in the dust. The 1992 season saw Mansell dominate the field, winning race after race with unmatched consistency and speed.

Why Hungarian Grand Prix was so important?

By the time the Hungarian Grand Prix arrived, the 11th race of the season, Mansell had already built an unassailable lead in the championship standings. His second-place finish in Hungary was more than enough to secure the title, making him the first driver to win the championship with so many races still left in the season. This achievement set a new record, highlighting not only Mansell's skill but also the superiority of his Williams-Renault car.

The Hungarian Grand Prix was also significant for marking the end of an era in Formula 1, as it was the final race for the legendary Brabham team. Once a powerhouse in the sport, Brabham had fallen on hard times, struggling with financial issues and internal conflicts that led to its eventual demise.

Mansell's triumph in 1992 was not just a personal victory but a momentous occasion for British motorsport. After years of near-misses and heartbreak, he finally ascended to the pinnacle of Formula One, etching his name into the annals of the sport's history.