The 20 quiz questions
Question 1 : Which driver holds the record for F1 Grand Prix wins?
Possible answers:
- Ayrton Senna
- Michael Schumacher
- Sebastian Vettel
- Lewis Hamilton
Explanation: Lewis Hamilton holds the record with 103 Grand Prix wins (as of 2024), surpassing Michael Schumacher's record (91 wins).
Question 2 : Which F1 team has won the most constructors' championships?
Possible answers:
- Red Bull
- McLaren
- Ferrari
- Mercedes
Explanation: Ferrari holds the record with 16 constructors' championships, ahead of McLaren and Mercedes. The Scuderia is the most successful and oldest team in the championship.
Question 3 : What is the longest circuit on the current F1 calendar?
Possible answers:
- Spa-Francorchamps
- Silverstone
- Suzuka
- Monza
Explanation: The Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium measures 7.004 km, making it the longest on the calendar. It is famous for its Eau Rouge corner and changing weather conditions.
Question 4 : How many World Championships did Ayrton Senna win?
Possible answers:
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Explanation: Ayrton Senna won 3 World Championship titles (1988, 1990, 1991), all with McLaren. He tragically passed away at Imola in 1994.
Question 5 : Which French driver became F1 World Champion 4 times?
Possible answers:
- Jean Alesi
- Jacques Laffite
- Alain Prost
- René Arnoux
Explanation: Alain Prost is the only French driver to win the World Championship, and he did it 4 times (1985, 1986, 1989, 1993). He also holds the record for podiums (106).
Question 6 : In what year did the first F1 World Championship take place?
Possible answers:
- 1946
- 1950
- 1954
- 1958
Explanation: The first F1 World Championship began in 1950. The first race took place at Silverstone and was won by Giuseppe Farina in an Alfa Romeo.
Question 7 : What safety system was introduced in 2018 to protect drivers' heads?
Possible answers:
- The Aeroscreen
- The Halo
- The HANS
- The Shield
Explanation: The Halo is a titanium protection device introduced in 2018. It has already saved several lives, notably during Romain Grosjean's accident in Bahrain in 2020.
Question 8 : Which driver won the most consecutive F1 titles?
Possible answers:
- Juan Manuel Fangio
- Max Verstappen
- Lewis Hamilton
- Michael Schumacher
Explanation: Michael Schumacher won 5 consecutive titles with Ferrari (2000-2004). Sebastian Vettel also holds this record with Red Bull (2010-2013).
Question 9 : Which circuit is nicknamed "The Temple of Speed"?
Possible answers:
- Hockenheim
- Spa-Francorchamps
- Silverstone
- Monza
Explanation: Monza in Italy is nicknamed the "Temple of Speed" because it is the fastest circuit on the calendar with average speeds exceeding 260 km/h.
Question 10 : What flag color indicates the end of the race?
Possible answers:
- White flag
- Checkered flag
- Red flag
- Green flag
Explanation: The checkered flag (black and white) indicates the end of the race. It is waved when the winner crosses and signals to all drivers that the race is over.
Question 11 : How many points does a Grand Prix win award (without the fastest lap point)?
Possible answers:
- 20
- 25
- 30
- 50
Explanation: A win awards 25 points since 2010. The current scale ranges from 25 points for 1st to 1 point for 10th, plus 1 bonus point for the fastest lap.
Question 12 : Which driver became the youngest F1 World Champion?
Possible answers:
- Sebastian Vettel
- Max Verstappen
- Lewis Hamilton
- Fernando Alonso
Explanation: Sebastian Vettel became World Champion at 23 years and 134 days in 2010 with Red Bull, breaking Lewis Hamilton's record.
Question 13 : What is the name of Monaco's most famous corner?
Possible answers:
- Grand Hôtel
- Le Tunnel
- Sainte-Dévote
- La Rascasse
Explanation: The Grand Hotel Hairpin (formerly Loews) is the slowest corner on the entire F1 calendar, with speeds of around 50 km/h.
Question 14 : Which team dominated the hybrid era from 2014 to 2021?
Possible answers:
- Ferrari
- McLaren
- Mercedes
- Red Bull
Explanation: Mercedes won 8 consecutive constructors' championships from 2014 to 2021 in the hybrid V6 turbo era, an absolute record in F1 history.
Question 15 : What is the career record for pole positions?
Possible answers:
- 68
- 91
- 104
- 125
Explanation: Lewis Hamilton holds the absolute record with 104 pole positions (as of 2024), far ahead of Michael Schumacher (68) and Ayrton Senna (65).
Question 16 : What type of tires are used in heavy rain?
Possible answers:
- Intermediates
- Full Wet
- Hard
- Soft
Explanation: "Full wet" tires (blue) are used in heavy rain. They can disperse up to 85 liters of water per second at full speed.
Question 17 : Which British driver won the title in 2009 with Brawn GP?
Possible answers:
- David Coulthard
- Lewis Hamilton
- Jenson Button
- Nigel Mansell
Explanation: Jenson Button won the 2009 title with Brawn GP, a team born from the ashes of Honda. It was the only title for this short-lived team.
Question 18 : What is the approximate top speed reached by a modern F1 car?
Possible answers:
- 320 km/h
- 350 km/h
- 370 km/h
- 400 km/h
Explanation: Modern F1 cars can reach approximately 370 km/h on straights (record of 372.6 km/h by Bottas in Mexico 2016). Average lap speed can exceed 260 km/h.
Question 19 : What is the nickname of the Suzuka circuit in Japan?
Possible answers:
- The Figure of 8
- The Spiral
- The Dragon
- The Snake
Explanation: Suzuka is nicknamed "The Figure of 8" because it is the only F1 circuit where the track crosses itself via an overpass. It is a technical circuit highly appreciated by drivers.
Question 20 : Which driver achieved the most Grand Slams in F1 (pole, win, fastest lap, led every lap)?
Possible answers:
- Alberto Ascari
- Jim Clark
- Ayrton Senna
- Michael Schumacher
Explanation: Jim Clark holds the record with 8 Grand Slams in his career. A Grand Slam is achieved when a driver takes pole, leads every lap, sets the fastest lap, and wins.




