Formula 1 racing has been a stop for adrenaline junkies for quite a while now. Formula One or famously known as F1 was initiated in 1950. The automobile companies that take part in these F1 races make special one-person seated cars. Companies like Ferrari, Renault, Mercedes are among many companies who take part in the race.
The Rise of the Formula 1 Industry over the Years
- Formula One is named so because the word ‘Formula’ which refers to the set of rules every participant has to adhere to. A Formula 1 season comprises of a number of races spread over an entire year around the world.
- There have been a lot of histories made on the track of F1. But the name of Sir Jack Brabham is still remembered because he has been the only racer to win a championship in a car of his own making. He is the only racer till date to win with a car which had the driver’s name on it.
- There have been quite great advancements in the cars too over the years. What Formula 1 is today is mainly because of the fast cars. These cars were not built in one day and had a lot of history of their own.
- Another reason for the quick rise of F1 is the money that is attached to it. The cars itself are pretty expensive, and big companies invest a lot in them. The racers earn in millions and the popularity and fame that comes for being a Formula one racer is complimentary.
How F1 became famous in different Countries?
- In the 1950s after the induction of F1 cars, there was a dominance of British racers for quite a while. This made the race culture famous in the country.
- When Sir Jack Brabham became the first Australian to win a championship, it made him a pretty big name. He single-handedly made the sport famous in his country. Even his three sons and his grandson are racers and have won many titles.
- Then came Michael Schumacher who is known as one of the best racers to date. He won 6 championships back to back and was from Germany.
But despite the players from being just one country, Formula One is an international sport. It has an international audience and has its fans all over the world.
Formula One has given the world unforgettable sport persons who have received a lot of love from their fans throughout the world. But Sir Jack Brabham would always be special as he is the only racer to be Knighted and become Sir. And all this fame and success came his way because of the auto industry which helped him make his legacy.