Retrograde in History · 2000

2000 Australian Grand Prix

On March 12, 2000, Mercury was mid-loop — retrograde in Pisces, tracing backward through 3°04′ of the sign.

WhenMarch 12, 2000♓︎Pisces 3°04′Rx windowFeb 21 – Mar 14, 2000
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The record

647th Formula 1 Championship Grand Prix

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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.