Jess Harris: “Many people tried to discourage me but I knew what I wanted to study, I knew the job I wanted to do”

Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport have dominated Formula One over the last four years or so, but none of this would’ve been possible without the army of staff based at their Brackley factory who work night and day to give their team an edge over their rivals. Jess Harris is a Structural System Engineer at the team […]

Women at the World Cup: Inspiring the masses, ignoring the criticism.

The World Cup has already thrown up many shocks and stories despite the teams not even having completed the group stages. However, not all of these stories have been about the football and the players themselves, with some people’s attention on those presenting and commentating on the games rather than those competing. This tournament has […]

Marine Deloffre: “We would love to have a French driver on the podium!”

This year sees the return of the French Grand Prix after a 10-year absence from the F1 calendar. However, if you thought there’d been no racing action there since then, you’d be very much mistaken. A lot has changed since 2008 when F1 was last in town, with the track being recently resurfaced and the […]

Angelina Ertsou: “It is based on passion so if you really want to achieve it, you have to give 100%”

Although Formula One may be one of the most famed motorsport series in the world, the journey to the championship isn’t always so well-known. In recent years focus on junior categories has increased with Formula 2 and GP3 becoming more popular than ever before. One of the most successful teams covering not only F2, but […]

Natalie Pirks: “Get a foot in the door and don’t let it go”

Working as a sports journalist is a dream for many and with a changing media landscape is now a reality for many also. However, the pinnacle of the job is reporting on the greatest sporting spectacles around the globe for world-renowned outlets such as BBC, Sky and ITV. Natalie Pirks has worked for both the […]

Rachel Brookes: “I am proof that if you work hard and are very determined, you will eventually be in the right place at the right time”

F1 is broadcast to millions of people worldwide and this is crucial to maintaining the loyal fanbase the sport boasts. Being part of the broadcast team is an important part of this, with those involved having to portray the excitement and action of the live event to viewers at home. Rachel Brookes is one of […]

Jamie Howe: “You have to love it and be prepared for the lifestyle that comes with motorsport”

F1 is hugely popular in Europe and we often hear how the new owners Liberty Media are keen to expand it’s fanbase in North America, however this doesn’t mean they don’t have an interest in motorsport. The USA boasts many championships and series in which drivers from all round the world flock to compete in […]

Kaitlyn Vincie: “Our goal is to continue showing that there are positions for women”

Motorsport is popular around the world, and the USA is no exception. With many different series around the country, often taking place throughout the entire year and in all weathers, the US boasts some on the toughest races on the calendar. I spoke to Kaitlyn Vincie, a reporter and broadcaster in many of these championships, […]

Matt Gallagher: “It’s going to be a hell of an exciting year for WTF1”

Social Media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram and YouTube have changed the way fans interact with whatever it is that they love, whether that be a sports team, singer, celebrity or politician. Formula One’s online presence has increased rapidly over the past few years and allowed fans and teams alike to connect and showcase their […]

Jess McFadyen: “We do WTF1 for the fans and nobody else”

Over the last few years, online communities celebrating a range of subjects have grown rapidly. Motorsport has its fair share, but only one can boast being the fastest growing, and that is WTF1. The launch of the site’s YouTube channel just over a year ago has massively boosted this, attracting thousands of views and over […]