Ayrton Senna was the world champion by McLaren in 1990, conquering the 6th title for the team. Senna achieved the two-time championship in Suzuka, the same circuit where, one year earlier, he was disqualified. This time, Ayrton won the race and the championship after his outstanding performance in the season.

The 6 victories and the world title weren't the Brazilian driver's only achievements that year. Ayrton also won a bet with team boss Ron Dennis, winning his McLaren MP4/5B, after beating Alain Prost's favored Ferrari at Monza.