F1 RACING

Formula One, also known as Formula 1 or F1, is today officially known as the FIA Formula One World Championship.

F1 RACING

Talking about its origin, it is related to the European Grand Prix motor racing in the 1920s and 1930s. It became very popular after World War II.

F1 RACING

The first F1 race World Championship race was held at Silverstone in the UK in 1950. It was won by Italian Giuseppe Farina.

F1 RACING  SPEED

Cars competing in F1 races reach speeds of up to 360 km/h. Drivers of these cars sometimes enjoy 5G power as well.

F1 RACING  CHANGED

In recent years the sport has expanded and Grand Prix are held all over the world.

F1 RACING  CHANGED

It is now considered to be the most expensive sport in the world. The investment has multiplied since its inception

F1 RACING

Early  Formula  One races were dominated  by  Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz and Maserati.

F1 RACING

In 1958, Mike Hawthorne became the first Briton to win this world championship. He uses a Ferrari for this.

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