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Formula Renault 3.5 in the 2002 season. Full information

1st season of the Formula Renault 3.5 proved to be an exhilarating ride for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. Spanning from 12th May to 8th December in 2002, this season showcased thrilling races, unexpected twists, and fierce competition. Join us as we relive the excitement and drama that unfolded throughout this unforgettable season of Formula Renault 3.5!

Beginners of the season: Narain Karthikeyan , Roberto Gonzalez , Felix Porteiro , Rafael Sarandeses , Luciano Gomide , Jean-Christophe Ravier , Damien Faulkner , Victor Ordonez , Christiano Tuka Rocha , Peter Sundberg , Anders Vilarino , Angel Burgueno , Walter Lechner jr , Wagner Ebrahim , Paul Edwards

List of races and tracks in the 2002 season

Race Winner Track Race Start
Valencia Formula Nissan V6 2002 Valencia Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Valencia 12th May 2002
Valencia Formula Nissan V6 2002 Valencia Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Franck Montagny
Dallara SN01, #11
Valencia 12th May 2002
Jarama Formula Nissan V6 2002 Jarama Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Jarama 9th June 2002
Jarama Formula Nissan V6 2002 Jarama Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Jarama 9th June 2002
Albacete Formula Nissan V6 2002 Albacete Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Jean-Christophe Ravier
Dallara SN01, #1
Albacete 23rd June 2002
Albacete Formula Nissan V6 2002 Albacete Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Bas Leinders
Dallara SN01, #17
Albacete 23rd June 2002
Monza Formula Nissan V6 2002 Monza Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Bas Leinders
Dallara SN01, #17
Monza 7th July 2002
Monza Formula Nissan V6 2002 Monza Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Franck Montagny
Dallara SN01, #11
Monza 7th July 2002
Magny-Cours Formula Nissan V6 2002 Magny-Cours Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Magny-Cours 31st August 2002
Magny-Cours Formula Nissan V6 2002 Magny-Cours Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Franck Montagny
Dallara SN01, #11
Magny-Cours 31st August 2002
Barcelona Formula Nissan V6 2002 Barcelona Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Catalunya 29th September 2002
Barcelona Formula Nissan V6 2002 Barcelona Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Catalunya 29th September 2002
Valencia Formula Nissan V6 2002 Valencia Formula Nissan V6 Race 3 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Valencia 20th October 2002
Valencia Formula Nissan V6 2002 Valencia Formula Nissan V6 Race 4 Justin Wilson
Dallara SN01, #12
Valencia 20th October 2002
Curitiba Formula Nissan V6 2002 Curitiba Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Curitiba 1st December 2002
Curitiba Formula Nissan V6 2002 Curitiba Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Ricardo Zonta
Dallara SN01, #15
Curitiba 1st December 2002
Interlagos Formula Nissan V6 2002 Interlagos Formula Nissan V6 Race 1 Franck Montagny
Dallara SN01, #11
Interlagos 8th December 2002
Interlagos Formula Nissan V6 2002 Interlagos Formula Nissan V6 Race 2 Justin Wilson
Dallara SN01, #12
Interlagos 8th December 2002

Drivers championship 2002

Ricardo Zonta

Brazil

Champion

Points: 270 Wins: 9 Poles: 8

Franck Montagny

France

2nd place

Points: 204 Wins: 4 Poles: 3

Bas Leinders

Belgium

3rd place

Points: 184 Wins: 2 Poles: 2

List of all drivers for the 2002 season

Name Points
Ricardo Zonta 270
Franck Montagny 204
Bas Leinders 184
Justin Wilson 171
Antonio Garcia 82
Jean-Christophe Ravier 81
Andre Couto 66
Anders Vilarino 53
Narain Karthikeyan 51
Polo Villaamil 41
Christiano Tuka Rocha 39
Nicolas Filiberti 32
Jonathan Cochet 30
Peter Sundberg 30
Angel Burgueno 25
Rafael Sarandeses 17
Luciano Gomide 16
Rodrigo Sperafico 12
Felix Porteiro 12
Jaime Melo jr 9
Paul Edwards 7
Roberto Gonzalez 7
Victor Ordonez 3
Walter Lechner jr 3
Wagner Ebrahim 3
Damien Faulkner 2

List of all cars in the 2002 season

Dallara SN01

Nissan

Points: 1494 Wins: 18 Poles: 18