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Giancarlo Fisichella driving the 2006 Renault

Drivers F1 History News by John July 3, 2024

Giancarlo Fisichella: The Last Italian F1 Winner

Early Racing Career Giancarlo Fisichella was born in Rome, Italy in 1973. As a young driver, he quickly made a name for himself in karting competitions. In 1992 at age 19, Fisichella graduated to the Italian Formula Three Championship, driving for the…

Drivers F1 History News by John July 2, 2024

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JJ Lehto: The Forgotten F1 Driver And Le Mans Winner

Jyrki Juhani Lehto, known as "JJ Lehto" is a former Formula One and sports car racing driver from Finland. Once heralded as a rising talent in Formula One, his career was ultimately disrupted by injuries. However, JJ Lehto found success in sports…

News Circuits F1 Most read by John June 28, 2024

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Finally, A Weekend, Where Sprint Makes Sense

Formula 1 sprints have been a hot topic in the last years, very often failing to deliver any additional emotions, and ruining the experience with racing on sleeper circuits. But Sprint and Austria seem like a perfect match, a weekend which may…

F1 Featured History News by John June 27, 2024

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The History and Demise of the Arrows F1 Team

Origins of Arrows Grand Prix International The Arrows F1 team was established in November 1977 by a breakaway group of personnel from Don Nichols’s Shadow team, including Italian financier Franco Ambrosio, Alan Rees, Jackie Oliver, Dave Wass and Tony Southgate. The team…

Derek Daly is the most succesfull of Irish F1 drivers in history

Drivers F1 History News by John June 25, 2024

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The Best Irish F1 drivers In History

Ireland has produced five Formula One drivers over the years, with Derek Daly being the most successful among them. While Irish F1 drivers have not achieved race wins or championships, they have scored points, started races, and represented their nation well against…

Tiago Monteiro is considered the best of Portuguese F1 drivers

Drivers F1 History News by John June 24, 2024

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History of Portuguese F1 Drivers

Since Portugal held its first Formula One grand prix in 1958, there have been five Portuguese drivers who have participated in Formula One as entrants. Of those five entrants, three went on to start grands prix races. The first Portuguese driver to…

Drivers F1 History Most read News by John June 21, 2024

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The 3 Best Danish F1 Drivers

Denmark has produced several Formula One drivers over the years, but only a handful have left their mark on the sport's history. In this article, we take a look at the 3 most successful Danish F1 drivers and their careers, as well…

Drivers F1 History Most read News by John June 20, 2024

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The Best South African F1 Drivers

There have been a total of 25 South African F1 drivers over the years, with 17 of them having started at least one Grand Prix. While only a handful managed to score points or podium finishes, the nation still holds the record…

Tyrrell p34 during the 1977 US Grand Prix

Races F1 History Most read News by John June 19, 2024

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1977 US Grand Prix: Lauda’s Comeback Finalized

The 1977 US Grand Prix at Watkins Glen was a dramatic and action-packed race that saw Niki Lauda clinch his second World Championship in thrilling fashion. Taking place on October 2nd, the race was held at the popular Watkins Glen circuit in…

Circuits Drivers F1 History News Races by John June 14, 2024

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1974 US Grand Prix: A Thrilling yet Tragic Title Decider

The 1974 Formula 1 season was shaping up for the title decider held at the 1974 US Grand Prix held at Watkins Glen. Three drivers – Emerson Fittipaldi, Clay Regazzoni, and Jody Scheckter – were still in contention for the World Championship…

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