A Brief History of Formula One

Best of the Best
Michael Schumacher never seemed to tire of winning races. The German won a record seven championship titles, including five on the trot (2000-2004). He still holds numerous Formula One records, such as most race victories (91), fastest laps (76), pole positions (68), points scored (1369), most races won in a single season (13 out of a possible 18) and is the only driver to have an entire season (in 2002) of podium finishes. Current champion Lewis Hamilton — as well as all the challengers — can only hope to emulate him. They'll get their chance when the season starts in Australia on March 29.

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