Retrograde in History · 2004

2004 Belgian Grand Prix

On August 29, 2004, Mercury was mid-loop — retrograde in Leo, tracing backward through 26°50′ of the sign.

WhenAugust 29, 2004♌︎Leo 26°50′Rx windowAug 10 – Sep 2, 2004
Mercury retrograde♌︎LeoLeap yearWikipedia
The record

Formula One motor race

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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.