WATCH: 12 times F1 drivers’ title hopes were shattered

Formula 1's 75-year history is rich with intense World Championship battles, but not every contender emerges victorious. A new special compilation video delves into 12 dramatic instances where drivers' title aspirations were cruelly extinguished. Relive the heartbreak and high stakes, from Michael Schumacher's devastating engine failure at the 2006 Japanese Grand Prix, which ended his championship hopes, to Sebastian Vettel's agonizing spin during his home race in Germany in 2018. These moments, often defining careers, underscore the unpredictable nature of F1 and the immense pressure on its stars, offering a poignant look back at the sport's most dramatic near-misses.