What is a Formula One driver?
Career: Formula One
Formula One drivers are professional athletes who compete in the FIA Formula One World Championship, the highest class of single-seater auto racing. They are responsible for piloting advanced and powerful F1 cars on circuits around the world, often at speeds exceeding 200 mph. F1 drivers require exceptional skill, reflexes, and physical fitness to handle the demands of racing and to work closely with their teams to optimize car performance. Their careers often begin in karting or junior racing series, progressing through rigorous competition before reaching Formula One.