The 75th anniversary of Formula 1 marks the history of the world championship that began in 1950. The inaugural race took place at Silverstone, where Italian driver Nino Farina won. Farina dominated the event with pole position and the fastest lap, leading to his championship victory. Legendary driver Juan Manuel Fangio won the 1956 race at Silverstone. The British Grand Prix alternated between Silverstone and Aintree until safety concerns shifted races to Brands Hatch and Silverstone from the mid-1960s until 1986. This reflects the sport's growth and adaptation over the decades.
The British Grand Prix at Silverstone was the first grand prix of the world championship in 1950, where Italian driver Emilio Giuseppe 'Nino' Farina won the race, achieving a clean sweep of pole, and fastest lap across the weekend.
Juan Manuel Fangio, a three-time world champion, won the 1956 race at Silverstone with Ferrari, marking his only win at this Grand Prix during his illustrious career.
Between 1955 and 1963, the British Grand Prix was alternately hosted by Silverstone and Aintree, with safety concerns eventually leading to the preference for Silverstone.
From the mid-1960s up to 1986, Brands Hatch and Silverstone alternated as hosts for the British Grand Prix, showcasing the evolution of the championship.
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