Watch: Alain Prost wins his maiden Formula 1 championship in 1985

On this day in 1985, Alain Prost etched his name in the history books by winning his maiden Formula 1 World Championship and becoming the first-ever French driver to claim the prestigious title. Prost's triumph, driving for McLaren-TAG, marked the end of years of near-misses, as he finally realized his dream of being crowned the sport's top driver.