10 fascinating facts about the very first F1 race

Since its foundation in 1950, the racing series has changed between appearance and being – to life and death. However, the unbroken fascination with Formula 1 goes far beyond that.

The first Formula One race was held in Silverstone on May 13, 1950. The series embodies the constant longing for freedom.

10 fascinating facts about the very first F1 race

Did you know that the field for the first ever World Championship F1 race included a Swiss baron, a Thai prince and a well-known jazz musician? Exactly 75 years on, as part of the sport’s year-long celebration, we present a compendium of the most interesting, little-known and downright unusual facts about the historic Silverstone event…