tyres, which had completed half a race distance as opposed to Schumacher's fresher set and on being held up by Häkkinen and Brundle's battle for seventh position in the closing laps. Alesi was also given the instruction to save fuel with 15 laps to go, suggesting that his one-stop strategy was the incorrect choice. On 2 November 1995, the FIA announced that none of the drivers who took part in the anti-doping tests at the Portuguese and European Grands Prix had tested positive, including Barrichello and Papis. However, FIA Formula One Safety and Medical Delegate, Professor Sid Watkins, subsequently argued that as ephedrine had no effect on a driver's ability, the sport should not use exactly the same list as the International Olympic Committee in the future. Championship standings after the race Both Schumacher and Benetton retained their positions at the top of the Drivers' and Constructors' championships following the race. Drivers' Championship standings Constructors' Championship standings References Sources European Grand Prix European Grand Prix European Grand Prix Sport in Rhineland-Palatinate European Grand Prix