1 / 6Formula One: The Champions — 75 Years of Legendary F1 Drivers
Years Legendary: Formula One: The Champions is a 75th-anniversary book profiling all 34 F1 World Champions, with photography, commentary and historic interviews. Its focus is the drivers rather than a race-by-race history, making it a photo-led choice for readers interested in champion profiles and F1 personalities.
At a glance
- Profiles each of the 34 F1 World Champions, including details of their lives and careers.
- Includes photographs of drivers and cars on and off the track, according to the listing.
- Features historic interviews with James Hunt and Ayrton Senna, plus quotes from Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg.
- The 75th-anniversary edition has a foreword by Damon Hill.
Reference price: £36.00
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The individual champion profiles offer a driver-centred overview spanning F1's champions since 1950.
- Photography and interviews add visual and personal material beyond career summaries.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Ivy Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 4 Sept. 2025 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1836005652 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1836005650 |
| Dimensions | 25.91 x 2.3 x 31.62 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.69 kg |
What to know before buying
- The listing says the book covers 75 years and profiles 34 champions. It is a driver-focused account, not described as a comprehensive race-by-race history.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- F1 fans seeking profiles of world champions across the sport's history.
- Readers who value motorsport photography and historical interviews.
- Gift buyers looking for a substantial F1 reference book.
Less suited to
- Readers primarily seeking a season-by-season or race-by-race record.
- Buyers looking for a book focused on technical car design rather than drivers.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What does Formula One: The Champions cover?
The listing describes profiles of all 34 F1 World Champions, covering details of their lives and careers, alongside photography and interviews.
Does this book include photographs?
Yes. The listing says it contains photographs of drivers and their cars both on and off the track.
Who wrote the foreword?
The 75th-anniversary edition is listed as having a foreword by former F1 World Champion Damon Hill.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 240 pages.
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