FORMULA 1

Beginnings and Early Years (1950s)

• The Formula 1 World Championship began in 1950, organized by the FIA (International Automobile Federation). The first official race was held on May 13, 1950, at the Silverstone circuit in England. Giuseppe Farina won the race and became the first world champion at the end of the same year. 1950s: During this period, Juan Manuel Fangio left his mark on the sport by winning five world championships (1951, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957).

Golden Age (1960s and 1970s)

• Technological advancements accelerated during this period. The use of monocoque chassis and rear wings increased the performance of the cars. Jim Clark and Graham Hill were prominent drivers of this era. 1970s: More emphasis was placed on safety measures. Niki Lauda stood out by becoming world champion in 1975, 1977, and 1984. Additionally, Emerson Fittipaldi and Jackie Stewart also gained attention with their successes during this period.

Modern Era (1980s and 1990s)

• The use of turbocharged engines became widespread during this period. The rivalry between Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna was the most notable event of these years. Nelson Piquet and Nigel Mansell were also significant drivers of this era. 1990s: The rivalry between Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost continued. The tragic death of Senna in 1994 deeply affected the sport. Michael Schumacher began his career by winning world championships in 1994 and 1995.

New Millennium and Present (2000s and 2010s)

• Michael Schumacher broke records by winning consecutive world championships with Ferrari. He won five consecutive world championships between 2000 and 2004. During this period, drivers like Fernando Alonso and Kimi Räikkönen also became world champions. 2010s: Sebastian Vettel won four world championships with Red Bull Racing. Since 2014, the dominance of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas team began, and Lewis Hamilton became world champion in 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.

Technological Developments and Safety

• Formula 1 has continuously evolved with technological innovations. Aerodynamic designs, hybrid engines, and advanced telemetry systems have become indispensable elements of the sport. Safety has become one of the most important priorities in Formula 1. The Halo system, advanced crash tests, and safety protocols have been developed to increase driver safety.

Women in Formula 1

• Lella Lombardi became the first and only female driver to score points by earning half a point in the 1975 Spanish Grand Prix. Although female drivers are still rare, the role of women in motorsports has been increasing in recent years. Formula 1 continues to be one of the most exciting sports in the world with its rich history, dramatic races, and ever-evolving technology.

Driver Records

Most World Championships

• Michael Schumacher: 7 (1994, 1995, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004)
• Lewis Hamilton: 7 (2008, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)

Most Grand Prix Wins

• Lewis Hamilton: 103 (current)
• Michael Schumacher: 91

Most Pole Positions

• Lewis Hamilton: 103 (current)
• Michael Schumacher: 68

Most Podiums

• Lewis Hamilton: 184 (current)
• Michael Schumacher: 155

Most Fastest Laps

• Michael Schumacher: 77
• Lewis Hamilton: 61

Youngest World Champion

• Sebastian Vettel: 23 years, 134 days (2010)

Youngest Grand Prix Winner

• Max Verstappen: 18 years, 228 days (2016 Spanish Grand Prix)

Team Records

Most World Championships (Team)

• Scuderia Ferrari: 16

Most Grand Prix Wins (Team)

• Scuderia Ferrari: 243 (current)
• McLaren: 183

Most Pole Positions (Team)

• Scuderia Ferrari: 242 (current)
• McLaren: 156

Most Podiums (Team)

• Scuderia Ferrari: 774 (current)
• McLaren: 493

Other Records

Most Grand Prix Wins in a Season

• Michael Schumacher: 13 (2004)
• Sebastian Vettel: 13 (2013)

Most Pole Positions in a Season

• Sebastian Vettel: 15 (2011)
• Nigel Mansell: 14 (1992)

Most Points in a Season

• Lewis Hamilton: 413 (2019)

Most Grand Prix Starts

• Kimi Räikkönen: 349

Most Consecutive World Championships

• Michael Schumacher: 5 (2000-2004)

Interesting Records

Fastest Pit Stop

• Red Bull Racing: 1.82 seconds (2019 Brazilian Grand Prix)

Shortest Time to Win a Grand Prix

• Sebastian Vettel: 1 hour 19 minutes 41.994 seconds (2009 Italian Grand Prix)

Oldest Grand Prix Winner

• Luigi Fagioli: 53 years, 22 days (1951 French Grand Prix)

Formula 1 is a sport where new records are set every season and competition is at the highest level. These records represent great moments and extraordinary achievements in the history of the sport.