Automotive Grand Prix: Racing History Overview
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Automotive Grand Prix: Racing History Overview

By amanico · Apr 1, 2026 · 24 replies
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Nicolas (amanico) shares a captivating image that transports us to a bygone era of Grand Prix racing, prompting reflection on the sport's evolution. His post serves as a visual anchor for a discussion on how modern Formula 1 compares to its historical roots. This piece explores the sentiment among collectors regarding the sport's transformation over the decades.

When racing was racing. 








I don't remember who to credit for this superb photo, but I will happily do it on request. 

Best,

Nicolas

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enjoythemusic
Apr 1, 2026

The Gamification of F1, to appease the video gamers while maximizing profits, is a tragedy to what was a true sport. Regularly chat with an FIA guy... imho, F1 is now just a Sports Entertainment Event disguised as 'racing'. Face it, there's more entertainment than there is 'racing'.

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enjoythemusic
Apr 1, 2026

F1 is now a fashion show. Where the _____ gather at Capitol City as the Tributes entertain the audience to benefit their sponsors.

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InDebtButOnTime
Apr 2, 2026

has been replaced by managing electrons. Formula Prius!

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