The 1994 German Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held on July 31, 1994 at the Hockenheimring, Hockenheim. It was the ninth race of the 1994 Formula One season.The fast Hockenheim circuit had been modified from the year before, with the fast Senna chicane being made slower.The Ferraris qualified first and second, with Gerhard Berger in pole position and Jean Alesi lining up alongside.The race was notable for its high rate of attrition, with 11 retirements on the opening lap.