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OverviewAn access-all-areas look inside the thrilling world of Formula One. Formula One is one of the most intense, complex and secretive sports on the planet. Recent documentaries such as Netflix’s Drive to Survive series have given a glimpse of life inside the paddock, but there are so many more stories from this high-stakes, globe-trotting world that remain untold. In F1 Confidential, Guardian journalist Giles Richards speaks to the men and women inside Formula One to reveal the inner workings of the world’s most glamorous motorsport. Featuring exclusive interviews with experts at every level – from drivers and team principals to engineers and pit mechanics – and from teams including Mercedes, Red Bull, McLaren and more, this is an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look inside a modern Formula One team. With a foreword by former F1 world champion Damon Hill and contributions from dozens of insiders – including Lando Norris, Christian Horner and Toto Wolff – each with their own fascinating stories, insights and revelations, F1 Confidential takes you inside Formula One like never before. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Giles Richards , Damon HillPublisher: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Imprint: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Dimensions: Width: 15.30cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.540kg ISBN: 9781789295566ISBN 10: 1789295564 Pages: 304 Publication Date: 29 February 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsReviewsA compelling glimpse behind the scenes of the men and women who keep the F1 circus on the road by sketching 19 pen portraits of the key personnel that make up each team. It is a simple idea, but Richards executes it deftly and with a reporter’s eye for a telling detail. * Motorsport Magazine * A compelling glimpse behind the scenes of the men and women who keep the F1 circus on the road by sketching 19 pen portraits of the key personnel that make up each team. It is a simple idea, but Richards executes it deftly and with a reporter’s eye for a telling detail. * Motorsport Magazine * It’s hard to think of a better book to recommend to someone yearning to work in Formula 1 who can’t imagine where their skills might be applied. F1 Racing Confidential offers an authentic and compelling insight into the reality of life and work in the world championship. * RaceFans * A compelling glimpse behind the scenes of the men and women who keep the F1 circus on the road by sketching 19 pen portraits of the key personnel that make up each team. It is a simple idea, but Richards executes it deftly and with a reporter’s eye for a telling detail. * Motorsport Magazine * It’s hard to think of a better book to recommend to someone yearning to work in Formula 1 who can’t imagine where their skills might be applied. F1 Racing Confidential offers an authentic and compelling insight into the reality of life and work in the world championship. * RaceFans * What I love most about working in Formula 1 is the people. They make the sport what it is today, and Giles Richards has done a remarkable job bringing their stories to life with his eye for detail and sensational turn of phrase. An absolute joy to read. -- Lawrence Barretto, Correspondent and Presenter at Formula One F1 Racing Confidential is a phenomenal read. I couldn't put it down. -- John Hindhaugh * Midweek Motorsport podcast * Author InformationGiles Richards has been a journalist at the Guardian and the Observer for more than twenty years. He is a lifelong fan of motor racing and has been reporting on Formula One for over a decade, working at the heart of the sport with which he is fascinated. As a writer and editor, he has taken advantage of unique access to F1’s inner circle to tell the stories of the men and women that make F1 so special. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |