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Countries That Have Hosted The Most Formula 1 Races

The First Formula 1 Race The first ever Formula 1 World Championship race was held on May 13, 1950 at the Silverstone circuit in Northamptonshire, England. Silverstone was originally a World War II airfield and the perimeter roads were used as the…

Circuits F1 History News Races by John February 23, 2024

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The Thrilling History and Evolution of the Hockenheimring

The Hockenheimring circuit in southwest Germany has a rich history in motorsports, especially Formula One. First built in 1932, the track has gone through many layout changes over its nine decade existence to both improve safety and adapt to the evolving needs…

Drivers F1 History News by John February 22, 2024

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From Karting Champion to F1 Legend – The Incredible Career of Mika Häkkinen

Getting Started in Motorsports Mika Häkkinen was born on September 28, 1968 in Vantaa, Finland. From a young age, he showed an interest in motorsports. At just 5 years old, his parents took him to a go-kart track near their home in…

Circuits Drivers F1 Featured Most read News by John February 21, 2024

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All you need to know about the winter tests in Bahrain

Drivers hit the race track in Bahrain this morning, and will have 6 testing sessions across 3 days to prepare for the Formula 1 2024 season. Bahrain International Circuit is yet again host of the tests, only a couple of days before…

Circuits F1 History News by John February 21, 2024

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The History of Fuji Speedway – the most picturesque circuit

The History of Fuji Speedway - the most picturesque circuit The Origins of Fuji Speedway Fuji Speedway is located in the foothills of Mount Fuji in Oyama, Japan. Construction on the circuit began in the early 1960s with plans…

News Drivers F1 History by John February 20, 2024

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The Hills’ Journey to f1 history

Formula 1 has seen a lot of father-son families racing across the over 70 years of history. We've seen the Schumachers', the Verstappens', the Rosbergs'. But one of the most famous of them all, are the Hills', who were also one of…

F1 History News by John February 19, 2024

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The History of Lotus F1 Team: Championships, Glory Years, Senna, and Financial Troubles

The Early Days and First Championships The Lotus F1 Team traces its origins back to the 1950s when Colin Chapman established Lotus Cars. Chapman was an innovative designer and builder of racing cars, and he soon decided to enter Formula One. In…

Circuits F1 History News Races by John February 18, 2024

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2008 Brazilian Grand Prix – one of the most thrilling races. Ever.

The 2008 Formula 1 season built up to one of the most dramatic and thrilling climaxes in motorsport history at the Brazilian Grand Prix. Going into the final race of the season at Interlagos, a legendary circuit in Sao Paulo, the championship…

News Circuits F1 History by John February 17, 2024

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The Complete History of Silverstone Circuit

Origins as an RAF Airbase The land where Silverstone Circuit sits today was originally RAF Silverstone, built in 1943 as a World War II airbase. Stationed here was a training unit that prepared Wellington bomber crews for night missions. At the end…

Drivers F2 Featured Most read News by John February 16, 2024

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The 2023 Formula 2 Season summary

Before the 2023 Season As the 2022 Formula 2 season came to an end, all eyes turned to 2023 and the potential title fights that were shaping up. ART Grand Prix and Théo Pourchaire made no secret of their championship aspirations, eager…

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