The F1 Grand Prix Journey

1959

The 1959 Formula One World Championship markes a significant turning point in the sport, with the emergence of Jack Brabham as a new champion and the rise of British teams. The season consist of nine races, and it is dominated by the development of innovative new cars, particularly from Cooper, which introduces rear-engine technology to Formula One. Jack Brabham, driving for the Cooper-Climax team, claim his first World Drivers' Championship title in a remarkable season. His victory is a testament to the growing strength of British engineering, as Cooper's rear-engine design, which have been gaining popularity, proves to be a major advantage on the circuits.