FORMULA 1 ALL THE RACES: The 100 Greatest Races, details for a younger, or newer, F1 fan

FORMULA 1 ALL THE RACES: The 100 Greatest Races
ROGER SMITH & KEVIN TURNER
Veloce (non-affiliate Bookshop.org link)
$26.99 harcover, $11.99 ebook, available now

Rating: 4.5* of five

The Publisher Says: Formula 1’s 75th anniversary on May 13, 2025, marks a landmark in motorsport history—a celebration of speed, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. From the inaugural race at Silverstone in 1950 to today, F1 has hosted 1,131 Grand Prix events, crowned 34 World Champions, and delivered countless unforgettable moments.

The 100 Greatest Races captures the essence of F1’s unparalleled legacy. This exhilarating collection dives into the most iconic battles, from edge-of-your-seat photo finishes and masterful drives in the rain to heroic comebacks and shocking upsets. Each race is a tribute to the courage, precision, and brilliance that define the sport.

Penned by leading F1 experts Roger Smith and Kevin Turner, with a foreword by former F1 driver and expert pundit Karun Chandhok, this unofficial chronicle curated by experts presents the ultimate top 100 races. Using a meticulous rating system, the authors sift through over 1,000 Grand Prix events, organizing them into ten captivating themes. Each chapter crowns its top three races before culminating in the definitive ranking of Formula 1’s all-time greatest.

Enriched with breathtaking photography and compelling narratives, The 100 Greatest Races takes fans on a thrilling journey through the highs, lows, and timeless magic of F1. Relive the glory, feel the passion, and celebrate the races that have shaped the sport into the global phenomenon it is today.

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My Review: A younger racing fan, say twelve or above, will like reading the bits and snippets of lore, history, and facts about the fifty-year rise of F1 racing. Books like this, fast trips through an internationally storied sport from rise to present,are always design heavy. The information is presented by experts and aimed at non-experts who want to feel in the know. For that reason, the ebook (much cheaper) is perfectly designed to be the same on a tablet as on a tree-book page.

I think that shows you what the organization and style are like. I'll assume that you, like me, don't know or much care about the facts herein. We're not the audience. I will say that the experts who did write the facts do seem, on cursory checking, to be legit and well-thought-of.

It's a book that will delight a specific giftee, newish to the fandom for F1 and eager to catch up on the lore. It was visually exciting enough to appeal to a screen generation member's aesthetic.