Discover the definitive account of how Formula 1 transformed from a niche sport into the fastest-growing, multi-billion-dollar global media juggernaut it is today. Written by respected Wall Street Journal reporters Joshua Robinson and Jonathan Clegg, this book delves deep into the drama, deals, and financial empire underpinning F1.

This paperback offers unique insight into the sport's most storied teams and personalities, including Ferrari, Bernie Ecclestone, Christian Horner, Daniel Ricciardo, and Lewis Hamilton, exploring the big money, intense feuds, and audacious gambles that shaped the modern era of racing.

• Chronicles the epic story of F1's rise to total global fandom.
• Examines the business, drama, and financial operations behind the races.
• Features unique access and insight into key figures and teams.
• Shortlisted for the Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Writing Award, 2025.
• A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER and one of the FINANCIAL TIMES' Best Books of Summer 2024.

• Author: Joshua Robinson, Jonathan Clegg
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 304 pages
• Publication Date: February 13, 2025
• ISBN-13: 978-1800962453
• Dimensions: 128 x 198 x 28 mm
• Weight: 214 g

If you are fascinated by the intersection of high-stakes business, glamour, and cutting-edge motorsport, this book provides the first definitive account of the commercial empire that is Formula One.