F1 101: Your Chic Guide to Formula 1 Basics
Everything you need to know about Formula 1 racing, explained in a stylish, approachable way
Think of Formula 1 as the runway of motorsport. It's fast, glamorous, dramatic — and just as thrilling as Fashion Week, but with engines instead of heels.
What is Formula 1?
Formula 1, or F1, is the highest level of single-seater car racing in the world. Twenty drivers compete in ultra-high-tech cars across a global calendar of races called Grands Prix. Each race weekend is like a traveling fashion show, with unique vibes depending on the host city — think Monte Carlo elegance or Austin cool.
The Teams & Drivers
Ten teams, like Ferrari, Mercedes, and Red Bull, each have two drivers. It's part team sport, part individual star power. Yes, Max Verstappen might dominate headlines, but you'll find fan favorites like Lewis Hamilton (a style icon in his own right) and rising stars like Andrea Kimi Antonelli redefining cool on and off the grid.
The Season Structure
There are 24 races in the 2025 season. Each weekend is split into:
- Practice: Drivers test setups
- Qualifying: They race for starting positions
- Race Day (Sunday): The main event
Why It's So Addictive
Races are packed with rivalries, heartbreaks, and plot twists (yes, sometimes actual crashes). Think Drive to Survive, but live — with luxury watches, champagne, and epic fashion.
Whether you're cheering from the grandstands or styling your own race-day outfit, F1 is where adrenaline meets aesthetic.