Formula 1

The Formula 1® Sim Racing World Championship reached a dramatic climax at F1’s Media and Technology Centre in Biggin Hill, as both title battles went down to the wire at the virtual Yas Marina Circuit. Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing claimed a record breaking fourth Constructors’ Championship, securing the largest share of the $750,000 prize pool. Meanwhile, 18 year old Alpine driver, Otis Lawrence held off intense pressure to seal his maiden Drivers’ Championship in thrilling fashion. The 2026 season saw F1 teams compete across 12 rounds, delivered over four live events. The championship opened at global esports and gaming festival, DreamHack Birmingham, which welcomed more than 50,000 fans across the weekend. The remaining three events were hosted at Formula 1’s state-of-the-art, multi-purpose sim racing studio within its Media and Technology Centre, showcasing the sport’s continued investment in the championship. For more information, read here: https://lnkd.in/e6kgTdKc

Mattel, Inc. is searching for the first Hot Wheels Tiniest Team Principal to make BIG decisions in 1:64 scale. Requirements: ✔️ Must be OBSESSED with cars but legally cannot drive one yet. ✔️ 5-10 years of literal life experience. Max. ✔️ Can confidently manage a team of 30+ imaginary pit crew members. No experience preferred. ✔️ Strong opinions on Hot Wheels colours, design aerodynamics, and collectability required. Parents or legal guardians: submit a video on TikTok or Instagram using the hashtags #HotWheelsTiniestTeam and #contest by June 16 for a chance for your child to be the Hot Wheels Tiniest Team Principal. Winners announced June 23. No purchase necessary. Contest ends 11:59 p.m. (PT) on 06/16/26.   For rules and full details visit: https://lnkd.in/gkxBi9tE

Formula 1® and Official Partner, Allwyn - the lottery-led entertainment company - today announced that La Tablée des Chefs has been named the first winner of the 2026 F1® Allwyn Global Community Award, at the FORMULA 1® LENOVO GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2026. The charity has been awarded a €100,000 donation from Allwyn, to further its mission to provide for vulnerable families facing food insecurity in Montréal and across Canada. For more information, read here: https://lnkd.in/e4aTvUgu

Formula 1® has teamed up with toy and games leader Hasbro to launch a special F1‑themed edition of one of the world’s most iconic board games, Monopoly. Monopoly Formula 1 Edition, available for pre-order on 20 May, invites players to race around the F1 calendar, and take part in the Monopoly GRAND PRIX, bringing the thrill of race day to the tabletop. For more information, read here: https://lnkd.in/e6rzrtDT

Do you want to play a vital role in Formula 1’s Electronics department?   We’re looking for a skilled Senior Electronics Engineer (FRO) to design, build, assemble, and test electrical and electromechanical equipment, including wiring looms, harnesses, and electrical enclosures. You will be part of F1’s Electronics department, which produces a wide range of customised and bespoke solutions to support the timing, televising, and organisation of Formula 1 events.   If you have excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly identify and resolve complex technical issues, this could be the perfect role for you.   Explore this role and other opportunities at F1.com/apply

In March, Formula 1 welcomed the UK winners of its Learning Sectors programme, in partnership with the British Council, to the Media and Technology Centre for an exclusive behind the scenes look at the F1 broadcast.   Students experienced what it takes to deliver a broadcast watched by millions worldwide, exploring roles across producing, directing, team radios and virtual signage.   Delivered with the British Council, the programme brings Formula 1 into classrooms to spark interest in STEM and build communication skills. Following a successful pilot reaching over 150,000 young people across the UK, India, Brazil and South Africa, it has been renewed and will now engage nearly 250,000 students, expanding to China, Spain, and Mexico.   Discover what the students learned from their day below:

Formula 1® and Sky have today announced a multi-year agreement continuing their long standing and deep partnership, giving Sky Sports viewers in the UK, Ireland, and Italy exclusive access to all the action from every Formula 1 race weekend into the next decade. For more information, read here: https://lnkd.in/d_Di5NU2

Want to play a central role in driving media rights sales across Formula 1 and its supporting series? We’re looking for an accomplished Senior Sales Manager to support the sale and management of Formula 1’s core media rights portfolio. Reporting to the Director of Media Rights, you will work within a market‑by‑market sales model to deliver best‑in‑class sales processes and negotiate major media‑rights agreements. You will also collaborate closely with teams across legal, finance, broadcast services, engineering, and account management, helping to shape the long‑term strategic direction of Formula 1’s media rights team. Explore this role and other opportunities at F1.com/apply

Following its debut in 2025, Formula 1® is bringing the music to fans around the world with the return of F1 Grid Gigs presented by American Express.    This year, the pre-race entertainment show will be bigger than ever, featuring at five Grands Prix, launching at the F1 Miami Grand Prix 2026, where multi-Latin GRAMMY-nominated and U.S. Platinum-selling artist, Manuel Turizo, will take to the stage before lights out.     For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/e8R7DS_D

Formula 1 is proud to have been named Sport Organisation of the Year at the 25th Sport Industry Group Awards. This recognition comes following the landmark 75th year for the sport and reflects the dedication, innovation and commitment shown across every part of the organisation.   We were also delighted to see our collaboration with the LEGO Group recognised with the Partnership of the Year award - a testament to the power of creative partnerships in bringing the sport to new audiences.