Retrograde in History · 1989

1989 Portuguese Grand Prix

On September 24, 1989, Mercury was mid-loop — retrograde in Libra, tracing backward through 2°18′ of the sign.

WhenSeptember 24, 1989♎︎Libra 2°18′Rx windowSep 11 – Oct 3, 1989
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The record

Formula One motor race held in 1989

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Coincidence, not causation: the date is real and ephemeris-based, but a retrograde window is observed, never blamed. For entertainment, not navigation.