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several Grand Prix races. In this special sport, every team creates a
Formula One vehicle that is driven by drivers around a track. Worldwide
races are held in several countries; the most well-known tracks are
located in Monaco, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
1950: The first Formula One World Championship season took place with the inaugural
race at Silverstone, England. Italian Giuseppe Farina won the championship driving for
Alfa Romeo.
1950s-1960s: The sport grew rapidly, witnessing the emergence of legendary drivers
like Juan Manuel Fangio, Stirling Moss, and Jim Clark. Technological advancements
transformed car designs, engines, and safety measures.
1970s: The era of Niki Lauda, James Hunt, and the intense rivalry between Ferrari and
McLaren marked this period.
1980s-1990s: Technological innovations escalated with turbocharged engines, ground
effects, and aerodynamics dominating the sport. Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost's rivalry
captivated fans.
2000s: The dominance of Michael Schumacher with Ferrari and the rise of new talents
like Fernando Alonso and Kimi Räikkönen defined this era.
Recent Years:
2010s: Sebastian Vettel's dominance with Red Bull, the rise of Lewis Hamilton, and the
hybrid era with the introduction of turbocharged V6 engines by Mercedes brought new
dynamics.
2020s: Lewis Hamilton continued to break records, Mercedes maintained dominance,
and new talents like Max Verstappen challenged the status quo.