F1 Grand Prix

I've always loved the area of Sports since I got into quizzing. Out of numerous sports, F1 was a sport which I followed with keen interest. 

In this post I'll be sharing some interesting facts about the history and records of this fascinating sport. I've discussed about some of the all time greats of F1 as well, which includes Michael Schumacher (without doubt the best ever driver in the history of the game) and Juan Manuel Fangio.

•  When was the 1^st ever F1 Grand Prix Championship held – 1950

• In which circuit was the 1^st race of F1 in 1950 was held – Silverstone, UK

• Who became the 1^st ever F1 Champion in 1950 – Giuseppe Farina (Italy); (Constructor - Alfa Romeo)

Giuseppe Farina - First ever winner of a F1 Championship - 1950

•  Which driver won most of the titles in the 1950s – Juan Manuel Fangio

Juan Fangio - One of the most successful drivers in the history of F1

•  Michael Schumacher

Michael Schumacher and Ferrari won an unprecedented five consecutive drivers’ championships and six consecutive constructors’ championships between 1999 and 2004. Schumacher set many new records, including those for Grand Prix wins (91), wins in a season (13 of 18), and most drivers' championships (7)

•  Who was the 1^st driver to win multiple championships – Alberto Ascari (1952/ 1953)

• Who became the1^st driver from Britain to win the F1 Championship – Mike Hawthorn

• Which Australian driver became the Champion in 1959, 1960 and 1966 – Jack Brabham

• Who was the 1^st Brazilian Champion (1972/ 1974) in F1 – Emerson Fittipaldi

• The only driver to posthumously win the Formula One World Drivers' Championship (in 1970), after being killed in practice for the Italian Grand Prix – Jochen Rindt

Jochen Rindt