The World Championship Story Race-By-Race: 1950-2012.

This remarkable book, unlike anything previously published, has been meticulously researched and written to capture the character and essence of every one of the 858 World Championship races held since the beginning of Formula 1 in 1950. Each entry highlights the key events of each individual Grand Prix from qualifying through to the final outcome as well as spotlighting those incidental happenings so unique to F1 that influenced a race or an unfolding championship battle. Nothing is missed. Every significant happening is recorded and for this updated edition the races of the 2012 Formula 1 World Championship have been added and statistics updated accordingly. Updated to include the 2012 Formula 1 season. Each race entry is packed with information, comprising a descriptive text supported by numerous statistics. 878 races, at least 205 winning cars, at least 104 winning drivers, 63 seasons, 33 champions. All race-winning cars illustrated with high-quality artwork by Alain Baudouin. Top 100 races highlighted the special occasions that have entered Formula 1 folklore and can truly be considered as Grand Prix Gold. Decade-by-decade structure: the 1950s (Red to green); the 1960s (From strength to strength), the 1970s (Television stardom), the 1980s (Bernie s travelling circus), the 1990s (Going global), the 2000s (Front-page news). Appendices give overview listings, including World Champion drivers, World Champion constructors, total wins for drivers and constructors, etc.

Publisher: Haynes Publishing

Status: Out of Print (No Stock)

Binding: HBD