Formula One: the Champions by Maurice Hamilton

Formula One: the Champions

70 Years of Legendary F1 Drivers

Maurice Hamilton, Bernard Cahier, Paul-Henri Cahier

Ivy Press · Print & ebook · March 3, 2020

Only the very best make it to the top.

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Genres
Auto Racing, Sports Lives, Sports History
Published
Ivy Press, March 3, 2020

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Only the very best make it to the top. Since 1950, just 34 drivers have earned the title of Formula One World Champion, joining an elite group that has shaped the history of motorsport. In Formula One: The Champions, legendary F1 commentator Maurice Hamilton and award-winning photographers Bernard and Paul-Henri Cahier present an unparalleled tribute to the greatest drivers of all time.

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This book offers in-depth profiles of every F1 World Champion, revealing the triumphs, rivalries, and defining moments that turned these drivers into legends. Each chapter is packed with: - Expertly written career overviews, highlighting the risks and rivalries that made these champions stand out. - Stunning photography that brings their victories, personal moments, and defining races to life. - Rare and intimate interviews, including conversations with icons like James Hunt, Ayrton Senna, and Niki Lauda. - Exclusive quotes from modern F1 stars, including Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, and Nico Rosberg. - A foreword by Bernie Ecclestone, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of the sport. But who is the greatest F1 driver of all time? Fans and experts have debated this question for decades, but one thing is certain; every champion has delivered moments of pure brilliance, unmatched skill, and fearless determination. Formula One: The Champions is the ultimate collector’s edition, perfect for longtime F1 fans, new enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the pursuit of greatness.

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Auto Racing81%
Sports Lives80%
Sports History42%

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Publisher categories

  • Sports History
  • Auto Racing
  • Automotive Photography
Authors
Maurice Hamilton, Bernard Cahier, Paul-Henri Cahier
Publisher
Ivy Press
Published
March 3, 2020
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Sports History