At what age can you start racing?

Racers can be as young as four and a half, as old as 16 before they must “retire.” Most racers, if they are serious about it, move on to larger cars in other series long before they reach 16. There are 15 different classes of quarter-midgets at the mini-Mickyard, but they pretty much look the same to the uninitiated.

How much does it cost to become F1 driver?

Just approximations. So you’re looking at 28 million dollars if you must entirely self fund/ find your own sponsorship, give or take.

Is it hard to become an F1 driver?

Chance to become a Formula 1 Driver is very difficult and very expensive because it needs a lot of finance just to get to the GP2 series. F1 teams only select top drivers who finish GP2 in Europe. There are few F1 drivers from Japan, India and Malaysia but they still need a long way to get points and to reach podiums.

Is it OK to take a baby to an F1 race?

His screams were almost as loud as the cars. Taking babies to an F1 race is obviously not a good idea – they’re just going to hate the noise. And older children who aren’t bothered by the din of the engines might still be too young to sit down and follow a race for two hours.

How do I get my child into Formula 1?

If you’ve got a kid who wants to get into F1, then get them down to a local karting club – visit karting.co.uk for a good list of tracks and competitions in your region. Next, get down to a racing school – there are loads of decent ones around the UK, and all teach pupils the very basics of how to handle a powerful single-seater vehicle.

How to get started in F1 Racing?

Try kart racing. This method is the best way for younger racers to get involved in the sport. Most of the top Formula 1 drivers all started off racing carts. Buying a kart can be costly, so you may just want to visit a local kart track and try it out first.

Is it worth it to become a Formula 1 driver?

While it may seem like a dream job, becoming a professional driver takes years of experience and a good deal of financial investment to climb the ranks to Formula 1. By knowing the steps required to becoming a Formula 1 racer, you can fully assess the risks and rewards to decide if the sport is right for you.