French Grand Prix 1988 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Alain Prost claimed victory at Paul Ricard's French Grand Prix, demonstrating his tactical superiority on home soil while teammate Ayrton Senna followed him home in second. The Frenchman controlled the race from pole position, managing the MP4/4 perfectly over the circuit's demanding high-speed layout. Michele Alboreto secured Ferrari's best result in weeks with third place, capitalizing on attrition among other competitors to deliver the Scuderia a valuable podium finish.

The French Grand Prix maintained Prost's championship lead while showcasing his ability to win when circumstances demanded it. His victory on home territory was particularly satisfying, demonstrating to the French public that he remained Formula 1's premier driver despite Senna's headline-grabbing performances. McLaren's sixth one-two finish in seven races reinforced their absolute dominance, with the MP4/4 proving unbeatable when both cars reached the finish. The result highlighted the championship dynamic - Prost's consistency versus Senna's speed, with both drivers recognizing their main challenge came from within McLaren rather than external competitors.