The 100 Greatest Races: Celebrating 75 Years of Formula 1
The 100 Greatest Races is the ultimate celebration of Formula 1’s 75th anniversary, capturing the sport’s most iconic, dramatic, and unforgettable moments. From legendary comebacks to rain-soaked masterclasses and breathtaking photo finishes, this book is a must-have for every F1 enthusiast.
Written by renowned F1 experts Roger Smith and Kevin Turner, with a foreword by former F1 driver Karun Chandhok, this beautifully crafted volume ranks the greatest Grand Prix races in history. Featuring expert analysis, stunning photography, and compelling storytelling, it takes readers on a thrilling journey from the first race at Silverstone in 1950 to today’s modern era.
Key Features:
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Commemorates Formula 1’s 75th Anniversary (May 13, 2025) with a definitive collection of the sport’s most iconic races.
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100 Legendary Grand Prix ranked and reviewed from over 1,000 F1 races, using a meticulous rating system.
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Expertly Written by Roger Smith and Kevin Turner, with insights from Karun Chandhok.
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Organized into 10 dynamic themes highlighting F1’s greatest moments: photo finishes, wet-weather drives, heroic comebacks, and more.
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Breathtaking Photography that brings F1’s most dramatic moments to life.
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Perfect for Fans & Collectors – a premium keepsake for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.
Why You’ll Love This Book:
Formula 1 has hosted over 1,131 Grand Prix races and crowned 34 World Champions. This book celebrates the races that defined the sport’s legacy of speed, innovation, and passion. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the world of F1, The 100 Greatest Races offers a front-row seat to the drama, strategy, and brilliance of the fastest sport on earth.
Product Details:
- Title: The 100 Greatest Races
- Authors: Roger Smith & Kevin Turner
- Foreword: Karun Chandhok
- Format: Premium Illustrated Hardcover
- Publisher: Veloce
- ISBN: 9781836440581
Relive the glory. Feel the passion. Own a piece of Formula 1 history.
Explore 60 thrilling years of McLaren Formula 1 race cars in this handsome volume, complete with detailed specs, stunning photography, a foreword by twice World Champion Mika Häkkinen, and the full competition record for every car.McLaren has been a top Formula 1 competitor and innovator since it fielded founder and driver Bruce McLaren’s first car, the M2B, in 1966. Just two years later, Bruce scored the team’s first grand prix win. Tragically, he was killed in 1970 while testing his Can-Am car at Goodwood.
Despite the heavy loss of its founder, McLaren carried on, scoring its first of twelve championships in 1974 with Emerson Fitipaldi. McLaren’s roster of F1 Champions includes such greats as James Hunt, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, and modern master Lewis Hamilton.
Equally legendary are the cars themselves, including the:
- 1960s M7A
- 1970s M23
- 1980s MP4/2
- 1990s MP4/5
- 2000s MP4-23
- Today’s MCL38
As the second longest-running team in F1 (surpassed only by Ferrari), McLaren holds twelve Drivers Championships and nine Constructors’ titles, including 2024 honors.
McLaren Formula 1 Car by Car chronicles every McLaren Formula 1 car in chronological order, featuring an overview of each car’s significant features and evolution, its technical specifications, and its competition record accompanied by historic and contemporary images.
Featuring a Foreword from two-time F1 World Champion Mika Häkkinen,
McLaren Formula 1 Car by Car details the amazing race cars and drivers that have cemented McLaren’s reputation as one of the most dominant manufacturers in F1 history making this book a must-have for every McLaren and F1 fan.
