The Grand Prix Year: An Insider's Guide to Formula 1 Racing
'A true insider's guide to this most complex and thrilling of sports'
Alex Jacques, Formula 1 commentator and broadcaster

An original and exhilarating guide to the world of F1 and what goes on behind the action.


Millions follow the F1 racing season from March to November, but few realise the enormity and complexity of a multi-faceted sport that encompasses so much more than 20 or so Sunday afternoons in the year.

With access to drivers, pit crews, backroom operations, strategists, journalists, PR executives and promoters, journalist Phillip Horton shares his extensive knowledge and experience, and provides an up-close-and-in-person insight into the world and workings of Formula One.

The Formula 1 Year delves inside each of the diverse grands prix on the calendar, which takes F1 across the world to spectacular locations, and also offers in-depth descriptions and explanations of every aspect of the championship. From practice sessions and last-minute adjustments to the finely tuned race day schedule, including early morning strategy meetings, driver warm-ups, grid preparation, intense pit lane operations and the red light start sequence.

Every facet of the sport is explored to grip and enlighten both ardent motorsport fans and those with a casual interest. With engrossing anecdotes, descriptions, interviews and information, this definitive, all-action book unlocks the fascinating and enthralling sport of Formula 1.
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The Grand Prix Year: An Insider's Guide to Formula 1 Racing
'A true insider's guide to this most complex and thrilling of sports'
Alex Jacques, Formula 1 commentator and broadcaster

An original and exhilarating guide to the world of F1 and what goes on behind the action.


Millions follow the F1 racing season from March to November, but few realise the enormity and complexity of a multi-faceted sport that encompasses so much more than 20 or so Sunday afternoons in the year.

With access to drivers, pit crews, backroom operations, strategists, journalists, PR executives and promoters, journalist Phillip Horton shares his extensive knowledge and experience, and provides an up-close-and-in-person insight into the world and workings of Formula One.

The Formula 1 Year delves inside each of the diverse grands prix on the calendar, which takes F1 across the world to spectacular locations, and also offers in-depth descriptions and explanations of every aspect of the championship. From practice sessions and last-minute adjustments to the finely tuned race day schedule, including early morning strategy meetings, driver warm-ups, grid preparation, intense pit lane operations and the red light start sequence.

Every facet of the sport is explored to grip and enlighten both ardent motorsport fans and those with a casual interest. With engrossing anecdotes, descriptions, interviews and information, this definitive, all-action book unlocks the fascinating and enthralling sport of Formula 1.
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The Grand Prix Year: An Insider's Guide to Formula 1 Racing

The Grand Prix Year: An Insider's Guide to Formula 1 Racing

by Phillip Horton
The Grand Prix Year: An Insider's Guide to Formula 1 Racing

The Grand Prix Year: An Insider's Guide to Formula 1 Racing

by Phillip Horton

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'A true insider's guide to this most complex and thrilling of sports'
Alex Jacques, Formula 1 commentator and broadcaster

An original and exhilarating guide to the world of F1 and what goes on behind the action.


Millions follow the F1 racing season from March to November, but few realise the enormity and complexity of a multi-faceted sport that encompasses so much more than 20 or so Sunday afternoons in the year.

With access to drivers, pit crews, backroom operations, strategists, journalists, PR executives and promoters, journalist Phillip Horton shares his extensive knowledge and experience, and provides an up-close-and-in-person insight into the world and workings of Formula One.

The Formula 1 Year delves inside each of the diverse grands prix on the calendar, which takes F1 across the world to spectacular locations, and also offers in-depth descriptions and explanations of every aspect of the championship. From practice sessions and last-minute adjustments to the finely tuned race day schedule, including early morning strategy meetings, driver warm-ups, grid preparation, intense pit lane operations and the red light start sequence.

Every facet of the sport is explored to grip and enlighten both ardent motorsport fans and those with a casual interest. With engrossing anecdotes, descriptions, interviews and information, this definitive, all-action book unlocks the fascinating and enthralling sport of Formula 1.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781399414906
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication date: 01/30/2025
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 272

About the Author

Phillip Horton is a British journalist who has covered Formula 1 and other motorsport events for various media outlets, including Autoweek and the New York Times. He also contributes to the official Formula 1 website, and its official Formula 1 race programme, as well as specialist website Speedcafe.

@PHortonF1
Phillip Horton is a British journalist who has covered Formula 1 and other motorsport events for various media outlets, including Autoweek and the New York Times. He also contributes to the official Formula 1 website, and its official Formula 1 race programme, as well as specialist website Speedcafe.

@PHortonF1

Table of Contents

Bahrain
Team roles
Saudi Arabia
Practice sessions
Australia
Tyres explained
Japan
Race strategy
China
Television broadcast
Miami
Fans / Cultural differences
Emilia Romagna
Monaco
Transportation
Canada
F1 management
Spain
Gender politics
Austria
Environmental impact
Great Britain
The F1 circus lifestyle
Hungary
F1 money explained
Belgium
Netherlands
Italy
Azerbaijan
Singapore
Qatar
United States
Mexico City
São Paulo
Las Vegas
Abu Dhabi
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