No matter how successful a driver's career is, and how many accolades, awards and titles they pick up along the way, they all started somewhere - they all remember a time when they were desperately trying to make it, not knowing whether they'd be one of the lucky few who do.
Dario Franchitti had been nominated for the McLaren Autosport BRDC Award in 1990 and had experienced what it's like to be in contention for such a career-changing prize, only to be left disappointed at the end of the night.
Where F1's calendar shuffling hurts its new drivers OPINION: Formula 1 endured major scheduling challenges thanks to the pandemic in 2020, but still managed to save its season. These difficulties remain in 2021 and create a tough knock-on effect for the championship's new arrivals F1
The image battle facing F1's 'nice guy' He's had his fingers burned by social media's keyboard warriors who have trouble appreciating that he's only human. But after two years in the intense spotlight Formula 1 brings, Lando Norris has no plans to change his outlook F1
How a GP is thriving in a COVID-free territory The New Zealand Grand Prix's mix of rising talent and big-name stars thrilled the crowds (yes, remember crowds?) assembled for the Toyota Racing Series meeting at Hampton Downs last weekend and left distant observers craving a repeat Other
What you need to know about F1 2021 Formula 1 won't get its big new regulations this year, but there are still plenty of changes to keep track of on the technical, team/driver and calendar fronts. Here's our guide to all the important details F1
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