As Reutemann took the checkered flag, Emerson Fittipaldi cruised across the line in 4th place. That was enough. He had done the math. By finishing 4th, he clinched his second World Championship by just three points over Lauda.
The final race of the season is one of the most famous "showdowns" in F1 history. 1974 f1 season
: Future champion Jody Scheckter secured his first career win in Sweden. Niki Lauda also claimed his maiden victory in Spain. As Reutemann took the checkered flag, Emerson Fittipaldi
The American fans got a shock. Local hero Mario Andretti (driving a Parnelli) snatched pole position. The title contenders lined up behind him: Fittipaldi 2nd, Lauda 6th, Regazzoni 9th. As Reutemann took the checkered flag
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