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Tag: Aimee Edwards
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The Japanese Grand Prix is always a fan-favourite. We look back at the 2012 Japanese Grand Prix, and a very special race for Kamui Kobayashi. About The Japanese Grand Prix The Japanese Grand Prix has been part of Formula 1 since 1976. For the first two years, it was held at the Fuji Speedway in…
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The Shanghai International Circuit has seen some brilliant races, so we look back to one of the greatest – the 2006 Chinese Grand Prix. About The Chinese Grand Prix The Chinese Grand Prix has featured on the Formula One race calendar since 2004. After a brief absence in between 2020 and 2023 (thanks to a…
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After the 2025 season got off to a nail-biting start, we take a look back at the equally exciting 2009 Australian Grand Prix. Formula One in Australia The Australian Grand Prix has existed since 1928, but it became part of the Formula One World Championship in 1985. Back then, it was held at the Adelaide…
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The Yas Marina Circuit has become the ultimate gladiatorial arena for the final showdown in the Formula 1 season. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.281 km Number of Laps 58 Race Lap Record 1:26.103 (Max Verstappen – 2021) Qualifying Lap Record 1:22.109 (Max Verstappen – 2021) First Grand Prix 2009 First Race Winner Sebastian Vettel 2023…
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The Lusail International Circuit has provided some spectacular racing moments, and in 2023 it proved to be the most physically demanding track on the Formula 1 calendar. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.419 km Number of Laps 57 Race Lap Record 1:24.319 (Max Verstappen – 2023) Qualifying Lap Record 1:20.827 (Lewis Hamilton – 2021) First Grand…
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The Las Vegas Strip Circuit burst onto the calendar in 2023, bringing all the glitz and glamour of show-business along with it. Circuit Stats Track Length 6.201 km Number of Laps 50 Race Lap Record 1:35.490 (Oscar Piastri – 2023) Qualifying Lap Record 1:32.726 (Charles Leclerc – 2023) First Grand Prix 2023 First Race Winner…
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Better known as Interlagos, the Autódromo José Carlos Pace is a firm favourite amongst Formula 1 fans. We take a look at the history of this iconic racing circuit. Circuit Stats Track Length 4.309 km Number of Laps 71 Race Lap Record 1:10.540 (Valtteri Bottas – 2018) Qualifying Lap Record 1:07.281 (Lewis Hamilton – 2018)…
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The Circuit of the Americas has hosted the biggest names in racing since 2012, and provides plenty of thrills for spectators. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.513 km Number of Laps 56 Race Lap Record 1:13.169 (Charles Leclerc – 2019) Qualifying Lap Record 1:32.029 (Valtteri Bottas – 2019) First Grand Prix 2012 First Race Winner Lewis…
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The Mexican Grand Prix never fails to bring that fiesta feeling, and the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez provides the perfect setting. Circuit Stats Track Length 4.304 km Number of Laps 71 Race Lap Record 1.17:774 (Valtteri Bottas – 2021) Qualifying Lap Record 1.14:758 (Max Verstappen – 2019) First Grand Prix 1963 First Race Winner Jim Clark…
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Home of Formula 1’s first night race, the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Singapore never fails to provide an eventful race. Circuit Stats Track Length 4.94 km Number of Laps 62 Race Lap Record 1:35.867 (Lewis Hamilton – 2023) Qualifying Lap Record 1:30.984 (Carlos Sainz – 2023) First Grand Prix 2008 First Race Winner Fernando…
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A popular addition to the race calendar, the Baku City Circuit combines a strong test of skill with a beautiful and unique backdrop. Circuit Stats Track Length 6.003 km Number of Laps 51 Race Lap Record 1:43.009 (Charles Leclerc – 2019) Qualifying Lap Record 1:40.203 (Charles Leclerc – 2023) First Grand Prix 2016 First Race…
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In 1922, the Autodromo Nazionale Monza became the world’s third purpose-built race track. Now, it’s one of the greatest Formula 1 circuits on the calendar. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.793 km Number of Laps 53 Race Lap Record 1:21.046 (Rubens Barrichello – 2004) Qualifying Lap Record 1:18.887 (Lewis Hamilton – 2020) First Grand Prix 1950…
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Circuit Zandvoort is one of the most unique tracks on the Formula 1 calendar, and its long history is just as unique. Circuit Stats Track Length 4.259 km Number of Laps 72 Race Lap Record 1:11.097 (Lewis Hamilton – 2021) Qualifying Lap Record 1:08.885 (Max Verstappen – 2021) First Grand Prix 1952 First Race Winner…
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From karting at eight years old, to joining the Williams Racing Academy – Zak O’Sullivan continues to make waves as he chases his Formula 1 dream. As a racing fan, it’s always great to cheer on drivers from your home country. But it’s even more special to cheer on a driver from your hometown. Residents…
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Easily one of the most challenging tracks on the race calendar, the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps remains a classic. Circuit Stats Track Length 7.004 km Number of Laps 44 Race Lap Record 1:48.286 (Valtteri Bottas – 2018) Qualifying Lap Record 1:41.252 (Lewis Hamilton – 2020) *Modern layout1:09.820 (Clay Regazzoni – 1974) *Old layout First Grand Prix…
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The Hungaroring was a curiosity when it first opened, and it remains a popular destination for Formula 1 fans. Circuit Stats Track Length 4.381 km Number of Laps 70 Race Lap Record 1:16.627 (Lewis Hamilton – 2020) Qualifying Lap Record 1:13.333 (Rubens Barrichello – 2002) First Grand Prix 1986 First Race Winner Nelson Piquet 2023…
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Silverstone is where it all began, and there’s an illustrious history behind the famous British circuit. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.891km Number of Laps 52 Race Lap Record 1:27.097 (Max Verstappen – 2020) Qualifying Lap Record 1:19.509 (Sebastian Vettel – 2009) First Grand Prix 1950 First Race Winner Giuseppe Antonio “Nino” Farina 2023 Race Winner…
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The Austrian circuit is home turf for Red Bull Racing, but there’s much more to its history than meets the eye. Circuit Stats Track Length 4.318 km Number of Laps 71 Race Lap Record 1:05.619 (Carlos Sainz – 2020) Qualifying Lap Record 1:02.939 (Valtteri Bottas – 2020) First Grand Prix 1970 First Race Winner Jacky…
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Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve is one of the most popular circuits on the race calendar, so we’re taking a look at its varied history. Circuit Stats Track Length 4.361 km Number of Laps 70 Race Lap Record 1:13.078 (Valtteri Bottas – 2019) Qualifying Lap Record 1:10.240 (Sebastian Vettel – 2019) First Grand Prix 1978 First Race Winner…