A thrilling illustrated guide to Formula 1 racing, from its fascinating origins and inner workings to the top drivers of the twentieth century and today, from celebrated F1 journalist and breakout star of Netflix's Drive to Survive Will Buxton
In Grand Prix, celebrated broadcast journalist and commentator on Netflix's Formula 1- Drive to Survive Will Buxton chronicles the history of Formula 1, highlighting the achievements and stories of forty-five notable Formula 1 drivers and other key figures. Readers will be introduced to historical heroes like Formula 1's first world champion, Giuseppe Farina, and Ferrari icon Niki Lauda, as well as modern-day legends like the iconic Lewis Hamilton and defending champion Max Verstappen. Spanning more than seventy years of Formula 1 - decades packed with incredible trials, stories, and lore - this captivating collection also contains features on car mechanics, tires, track design, the art and science of the pit stop, and more.
Filled with immersive and engaging information with illustrations as dynamic and bold as the daring sport itself, Grand Prix is the definitive introduction to the world's fastest sport.
About the Author
Will Buxton is a British broadcast journalist who hosts the Formula 1 Group's digital content. Buxton's decades-long career has included commentating on Formula 1, Indycar, GP2, GP3, the Race of Champions, and the World Rally Championship for NBC, Fox, and the BBC. He has achieved global popularity through his role in the Neflix documentary series Formula 1- Drive to Survive.
Industry Reviews
Who needs Google when you have Will Buxton. The most comprehensive, all-encompassing book on F1 to date. A joy to peruse
Brad Pitt
I’m a huge believer that sport is for everyone and that you’re allowed to love it for any reason you want. No one should ever feel left out just because they’ve only just got into a sport. Will has reached legendary status for his dramatic narration on Netflix’s Drive To Survive. He’s knowledgeable and authoritative but always welcoming of new people who might fall in love with his favourite sport. This book is perfect for newcomers who want to take their F1 obsession to the next level and for the die-hards, it’s a brilliant potted history of the most fascinating and bonkers sport on the planet
Greg James
Will brings his boyish enthusiasm and depth of knowledge together to bring this fascinating, exciting and completely connectable book on Formula One. A must for all Formula One fans
Tom Kerridge
Having been lucky enough to share F1 pitlanes and paddocks of the world with Will, I know how much he loves the sport and the history that goes with it. This is an invaluable book for newcomers and established fans of the greatest sport on the planet. Will, with his love of the sport, is the perfect guy to guide you through it
Jake Humphrey
As someone who knows a thing or two about speed, I can attest that this book captures the essence of what makes Formula 1 so captivating—it’s a must-read for anyone who shares my love for the rush of going fast
Lindsey Vonn
In this carefully researched book about the yesterdays and todays of F1, Will Buxton breaks it down decade by decade. He’s got every ingredient in this book, creating a valuable and welcome addition to the library of any lifelong F1 fan, as well as for any curious individual new to the world of F1
Mario Andretti
