Well, what a season we’ve had. It’s been chock-full of controversy, collisions, craziness and world class driving! We’ve seen Lewis Hamilton impressively win another title in Mexico two weeks ago, as well as witnessing a number of emerging drivers come to the forefront over the course of the season. Last week in Brazil, the Brit finished the race in first place on the winners’ podium, with Red Bull’s Max Vertrappen in second and Ferrari’s Kimi Räikkönen coming in third. But, the action isn’t over just yet! We have one last race to look forward to – the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. So – for one final time this season – read on as Karting Nation will give you all you need
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The Best F1 Drivers of All Time
Who are the best drivers to have raced in Formula One? It's a question that is often asked by racing fans from all over the globe. But, with so many talented drivers to have achieved great things on the circuit over the years, it's a question that certainly isn't easy to answer. The following article will look at Karting Nation's Top 10. So, in no particular order, here they are: Niki Lauda Former Austrian driver Niki Lauda is considered to be one the greatest F1 drivers of all time. Throughout his driving career, he was able to storm to three championship wins in 1975, 1977, and 1984 respectively. In total, Lauda was able to earn 25 wins and 54 podium finishes. In the
Brazilian Grand Prix Preview
In Mexico two weeks ago, British driver Lewis Hamilton made history by registering his fifth driver’s World Championship, equalling Juan ‘El Chueco’ Manuel Fangio’s record of championship wins. Despite this achievement, the Mercedes driver didn’t actually win the race outright. Hamilton finished fourth, behind Ferrari’s Kimi Räikkönen and Sebastian Vettel, with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen claiming first place on the podium in Mexico for the second year in a row! Despite the race for the Driver’s Championship being over for this year, there are still two more races left on the F1 calendar! With Abu Dhabi hosting the final race of the reason on 25th November, our attention turns to South America, as it’s Brazil’s turn to host the penultimate event.
Mexican Grand Prix Preview
With Lewis Hamilton on the brink of claiming his fifth Drivers’ Championship to date, we here at Karting Nation are taking a look at this season’s Mexican Grand Prix. With Hamilton set to equal Argentine legend Juan Manuel Fangio’s championship record, he leads the 2018 driver standings with a total of 346 points. His German rival, Sebastian Vettel, lies behind him in second place – 70 points behind. With three races left including this one, a win for the German driver in Mexico this weekend will mean that Hamilton will require just a seventh placed finish to be crowned world champion. If Vettel fails to win at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez this weekend, then Hamilton will be crowned champion regardless of
Russian Grand Prix Preview
With just six races left in the 2018 F1 season, it really is all to play for in Russia this weekend as the two horse race between Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel continues. Earlier this month in the Singapore Grand Prix, Hamilton was able to open up a 40 point advantage at the top of the Driver's Championship - earning top spot on the podium to achieve exactly that. However, with the 2018 racing season not too far from its end, Hamilton could yet let his lead slip. Ahead of this Sunday's main event, read on as we here at Karting Nation go through everything you need to know in our 2018 Russian Grand Prix preview. What Time Does The 2018 Russian
Singapore Grand Prix Preview
We here at Karting Nation live and breathe all things racing, and the action on the F1 circuit is certainly no exception. After Lewis Hamilton stormed to victory in Italy last week, we can't wait for the drivers to head to Singapore - delivering what is sure to be an action-packed event. As things stand, Hamilton is enjoying a 30 point lead at the top of the Drivers Championship. However, his closest rival Sebastian Vettel has been hot on his tail throughout the season so far. So much so, it definitely looks like the race for the title will go down to the wire. It really could go either way, and it's certainly too soon to say whether Hamilton will be
Belgian Grand Prix Preview
It's been a long few weeks without any Grand Prix action, and we here at Karting Nation have certainly missed it. But fear not, with the Formula 1 summer break now over and done with, it's time for the season to resume as the drivers head to Belgium! In last month's Hungarian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton was able to claim a second successive victory after he stormed to a win in Germany the previous week. In the process, he was able to claim a 24 point advantage over his fierce rival Sebastian Vettel who now trails in second place with a total of 189 points. Ahead of this Sunday's main event at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, we look into the history of
Hungarian Grand Prix Preview
The 2018 F1 season is the gift that keeps on giving, and we here at Karting Nation certainly aren't complaining! Both Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel continued their battle at the top in the last event, with Hamilton the one to emerge victorious in last week's German Grand Prix - earning himself a points advantage of +17. The Mercedes driver now stands on 188 points, which is quite impressive considering the amount of issues he and his team have been having this year. Sebastian Vettel currently lies in second position in the Driver's Championship, with a total of 171 points. He was previously enjoying 1st place in the table. However, an accident in last week's race meant that he was forced
German Grand Prix Preview
It's safe to say that there's been many surprises in this year's F1 season. But, it certainly makes for interesting watching, that's for sure! After what seems like a rather lengthy two weeks, the awesome racing action is here once more as the drivers head to Germany. The British Grand Prix which took place earlier this month was certainly a controversial race. Near the start of the event, Lewis Hamilton was involved in a collision with Finnish racer Kimi Raikkonen which resulted in him falling down to 17th place. However, the fact Hamilton was able to finish the race in second position is somewhat impressive! In spite of this, we're sure that Hamilton will have been hugely disappointed after missing out
British Grand Prix Preview
If you haven't been watching the F1 season so far, you've really been missing out - it's been totally action-packed, and us here at Karting Nation are loving it! In last week's race in Austria, Lewis Hamilton and his Finnish teammate Valtteri Bottas were forced to withdraw from the race. Ultimately, this meant that the first place spot in the Driver's Championship was reclaimed by Hamilton's fierce rival Sebastian Vettel. Ahead of this weekend's race, read on as Karting Nation tells you everything you need to know in our preview of the 2018 British Grand Prix. What Time Does The British Grand Prix Start? The 2018 British Grand Prix takes place this Sunday, 8th July at 14:10 UK time. Qualifying begins on