The Formula 1 is the main international motorsport competition and the most well-known and prestigious motorsport in the world. The FIA Formula 1 World Championship, better known as Formula 1, F1 or Formula One, started in 1950 in Silverstone, Great Britain, where Giuseppe Farina became the first world champion.
Since then, Formula 1 has evolved significantly. In the 60s and 70s, a golden era for the competition emerged, with great names like Jackie Stewart, Jim Clark, and Niki Lauda dominating the scene.
In the 80s and 90s, new champions emerged, such as Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, and Michael Schumacher, who became some of the most famous drivers in the history of Formula 1.
Today, with Lewis Hamilton as one of the most prominent, Formula 1 remains one of the most popular and exciting sports events in the world. The competition is highly competitive, with teams investing millions in the construction and improvement of their cars. Formula 1 cars are some of the most technologically advanced in the world of motorsport, featuring designs specific to each track and high-power engines capable of reaching speeds of over 300 km/h.
Aside from speed and technology, Formula 1 is also known for accidents, and safety has become a priority in recent years. Throughout the years, there have been many impactful moments in Formula 1, such as Ayrton Senna's accident in 1994 and Michael Schumacher's in 1999.
These accidents led to major efforts to improve safety in Formula 1, including improvements in helmets, cockpits, and the introduction of the Halo in 2018.
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