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(2/2) 200,000, including King George VI. The race was won by Giuseppe 'Nino' Farina driving an Alfa Romeo, setting the stage for the championship's legacy.

The first Formula 1 World Championship race was held at Silverstone in 1950.

(1/2) Silverstone Circuit, a former Royal Air Force airfield, hosted the first official Formula 1 World Championship race on May 13, 1950. The event marked the beginning of modern Formula 1 racing and was attended by a crowd of...

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What is the name given to the final complex of corners at the Silverstone circuit?

The final sequence at Silverstone is known as the Arena section, redesigned in 2010, featuring corners like Brooklands, Luffield, and Woodcote leading onto the start/finish straight (now named Hamilton Straight).

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(2/2) zones offering higher grip/abrasion than the blue.

The Circuit Paul Ricard in France is famous for its distinctive runoff areas. What colours are they, and what is their purpose?

(1/2) Paul Ricard features large runoff areas painted with high-friction blue and red stripes (Blue Zone and Red Zone). These are designed to slow cars down effectively if they run off track, with the red...

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Which driver, known for his spectacular car control, scored Toyota's first F1 podium?

Jarno Trulli, renowned for his qualifying speed and smooth driving style, secured Toyota's first F1 podium finish at the 2005 Malaysian Grand Prix, finishing second.

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(2/2) partially blocking the track, requiring significant speed reduction.

What does a yellow flag waved at a marshal post signify during an F1 race?

(1/2) A single waved yellow flag indicates danger trackside (e.g., debris, stopped car). Drivers must slow down and be prepared to stop; overtaking is prohibited. Double waved yellows mean danger fully or...

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Which F1 team was based in Leafield, UK and competed in the late 1990s and early 2000s, famously running Supertec engines?

The Arrows F1 team, founded by Jackie Oliver, Alan Rees, and others, was based in Leafield. They used Supertec (rebadged Renault/Mechachrome) engines for several seasons, with drivers like Damon Hill and Jos Verstappen.

#Arrows #Leafield #Supertec #Teams #History #f1 #formula1

(2/2) manual clutch operation during shifts.

What technological innovation, helping drivers change gear much faster, did Ferrari pioneer with its 640 model in 1989?

(1/2) The Ferrari 640 was the first F1 car to successfully race with a semi-automatic gearbox operated by paddles mounted behind the steering wheel, eliminating the need for a traditional gear lever and...

#Ferrari #Gearbox #Paddleshift #Technology #History #f1 #formula1

(2/2) character compared to older tracks, although many are praised for safety and facilities.

The 'Tilkedrome' is a sometimes-derogatory term used to describe circuits designed by which prominent F1 track architect?

(1/2) Hermann Tilke has designed numerous modern F1 circuits (e.g., Sepang, Shanghai, Bahrain, COTA, Yas Marina). The term 'Tilkedrome' is sometimes used by critics who feel his designs can be formulaic or lack...

#HermannTilke #Tilkedrome #Circuits #Design #f1 #formula1

Which company founder famously stated, 'Aerodynamics are for people who can't build engines'?

This quote is widely attributed to Enzo Ferrari, reflecting his early focus on engine power over aerodynamic sophistication, though Ferrari later embraced advanced aerodynamics.

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(2/2) ballast must be added in the cockpit area. The car itself must therefore weigh at least 718 kg (798 kg - 80 kg).

What is the minimum weight limit for an F1 car *without* the driver included, as per 2024 regulations?

(1/2) The regulations specify a minimum car weight *including* the driver (798 kg for 2023/2024). However, there's also a minimum driver weight (including seat and driving equipment) set at 80 kg. If a driver is lighter,...

#Rules #Weight #Technology #FIA #f1 #formula1

(2/2) securing Senna's second World Championship.

How did Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost's controversial collision at the 1990 Japanese Grand Prix impact the World Championship?

(1/2) Senna (McLaren) collided with Prost (Ferrari) at the first corner at Suzuka. Both cars retired, meaning Prost could no longer mathematically catch Senna in the points standings, thus...

#AyrtonSenna #AlainProst #McLaren #Ferrari #Suzuka #JapaneseGP #f1 #formula1

The 'Marina Bay Street Circuit' hosts which F1 Grand Prix?

The Marina Bay Street Circuit, known for being a challenging night race, hosts the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Which team introduced the distinctive 'Walrus nose' design in the 2004 F1 season?

The Williams team introduced the unconventional 'Walrus nose' on their FW26 car, featuring a wide, flat nose and twin pylons supporting the front wing, designed to improve airflow underneath the car.

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What type of penalty forces a driver to enter the pit lane, drive through it adhering to the speed limit, and rejoin the race without stopping?

This is known as a 'drive-through penalty'. It's a more time-consuming penalty than a standard time penalty but less severe than a stop-go penalty.

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Which F1 World Champion was nicknamed 'The Iceman' for his calm and cool demeanor?

Kimi Räikkönen earned the nickname 'The Iceman' due to his famously unflappable personality, laconic communication style, and apparent lack of emotion, both on and off the track.

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How many cars typically participate in the final Q3 segment of F1 qualifying?

The top 10 fastest cars from the Q2 session advance to Q3, where they compete in a final shootout to determine the first 10 positions on the starting grid, including pole position.

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(2/2) it never held an F1 World Championship GP.

The 'Corkscrew' is a famous, unique corner sequence. While not on the current F1 calendar, which US circuit features it?

(1/2) The Corkscrew, a blind, downhill, multi-apex chicane with a significant drop in elevation, is the signature feature of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in California. While it hosted IndyCar and motorcycle races,...

#LagunaSeca #Corkscrew #USA #Circuits #f1 #formula1

(2/2) tyre/brake temperatures.

What does 'lift and coast' mean as a driving technique in F1?

(1/2) 'Lift and coast' involves lifting off the throttle earlier than the normal braking point before a corner and coasting for a short period before braking. It's used primarily to save fuel or manage...

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Which team, now known as Aston Martin, previously raced under the name Racing Point and Force India?

The team based at Silverstone has gone through several identities: originally Jordan Grand Prix, then Midland F1, Spyker F1, Force India, Racing Point, and currently Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team.

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Andrea de Cesaris holds an unwanted F1 record. What is it?

Italian driver Andrea de Cesaris holds the record for the most Formula 1 Grand Prix starts without ever achieving a victory (208 starts). He also holds the record for the most career retirements.

#AndreadeCesaris #Records #History #Retirements #f1 #formula1

What significant F1 rule change regarding engines occurred between the 2013 and 2014 seasons?

Formula 1 transitioned from 2.4-litre naturally aspirated V8 engines to the current 1.6-litre V6 turbocharged hybrid power units, marking a major technological shift towards efficiency and energy recovery.

#Engines #HybridEra #V6Turbo #V8 #Rules #f1 #formula1