ON THE STARTING GRID. BEHIND THE SCENES OF FORMULA 1

Discover the fascinating world of Formula 1 through the eyes of experienced journalist Luke Smith. This book is an invitation to a world shrouded in exhaust fumes, luxurious parties, and legendary places, where every decision is made at 300 km/h. Learn the secrets of this sport, its history, and its modus operandi from the ground up.

• Behind-the-scenes stories from the 2023 season
• Digressions and references to the history of Formula 1
• Reports from trips to competitions
• Conversations with drivers, team bosses, and colorful personalities
• Secrets and behind-the-scenes happenings of this sport
• A fascinating world where every decision matters
• A great read for every F1 fan

Luke Smith, a journalist who has been commenting on F1 races for over a decade, takes the reader behind the scenes of this spectacular sport. He reveals what viewers don't have a chance to see on television screens. What looks like a perfectly oiled machine is the result of the work of an army of strategists, engineers, and mechanics. One small mistake - even a poorly installed element - can cause a $15 million car to break down halfway through the lap. And each of the twenty F1 teams will do everything to ensure that their driver wins the next race.

Regardless of whether you are a loyal fan who hasn't missed a Grand Prix in decades, or you are just discovering F1, Luke Smith will show you a fascinating world where every decision is made at 300 km/h. Together with him, we squeeze between mechanics, drivers, and VIPs on the starting straight. We visit the world and press offices, paddocks. We talk to drivers, team bosses, and the most colorful personalities of this sport to learn its secrets, history, and modus operandi from the ground up. Reading this book, you are simply in Formula 1.

Luke Smith is a British sports journalist writing about Formula 1 and motorsport. He currently works for "The Athletic", and his articles regularly appear in "The New York Times". Previously, he wrote about Formula 1 for "Autosport", NBC Sports and other media. He regularly appears on television and radio as an expert on Formula 1 issues. The book contains 320 pages and has a format of 208x139 mm. It was published in 2025 by Wydawnictwo Otwarte in paperback.