Formula 1

Since its creation in 1950, motor racing enthusiasts have been attracted to the World Championship of Formula 1. In addition to the fans going to the Grand Prix circuits, millions of viewers follow each season.

Motorsport historian, photographer and collector Peter Nygaard opens his exclusive archives for the first time to tell the story of Formula 1, from the 1950s to the present day.

This monumental book, with more than 400 images, celebrates more than 70 years of motor racing: the legendary champions ­– Fangio, Stewart, Lauda, Prost, Senna, Schumacher, Hamilton –the biggest victories, track incidents, technological developments, the drivers and manufacturers.

• All formula 1 seasons from 1950 to 2021
• Photographs of all the world champions
• Drivers and manufacturers records
• Records and statistics for each decade