Austria has produced 15 Formula 1 drivers across the years. Some of them signed themselves in the history books by becoming the F1 champions. Others, took part in only a few races and never managed to score podiums or even a single…
Spa-Francorchamps is located in the Ardennes region of Belgium, known for its dense forests and hilly terrain, and getting to the racetrack is not a simple task. For that reason, many visitors decide to stay on one of many campings surrounding Spa…
Early Racing Career
Thierry Boutsen began his racing career in 1975 as a student at the Pilette Racing School at Zolder. Initially, he was an engineering student, but decided to follow the racing career soon after his debut. In 1977 Boutsen won…
The 2005 San Marino Grand Prix at Imola on April 24th is etched in Formula One as one of the most thrilling races ever. The event showcased a spectacular and strategic showdown between Fernando Alonso and Michael Schumacher, highlighting Alonso's defensive brilliance…
Hungarian Grand Prix is a great event for those who want to connect F1 weekend with some tourism and sightseeing. The Hungaroring located just 20 kilometers from the cientre of Budapest gives the opportunity to stay in the capital city of Hungary,…
Takuma Sato, born on January 28, 1977, in Tokyo, didn’t take the usual path into racing. He began karting later than most, but his talent quickly shone through. In 1997, he won the All-Japan Formula 3 Championship.
This victory opened doors for…
Circuito de Jerez, located in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, is a true gem in the racing world. Since 1986, this 4.428 km track has hosted everything from Formula 1 to MotoGP. Its mix of speedy straights and tricky corners keeps drivers…
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Stefano Modena, born on May 12, 1963, in Modena, Italy, began his journey in motorsport at a young age. Growing up in a city renowned for its automotive heritage, he was naturally drawn to racing. By his…
Argentina has produced several top Formula One drivers over the years, but a few stands out as the very best. F1 blast team decided to take a look at all the 25 F1 drivers from Argentine and compile the ranking of the…
Early Career and Path to Formula 1
Pierluigi Martini was born on April 23, 1961 in Lugo, Italy. Motorsports ran in his family - his uncle Giancarlo Martini was an amateur racer in the 1970s and his younger brother Oliver also pursued…