Formula 1 partnered with Netflix to produce an in-depth documentary series that would bring the passion and the politics of the motor sport to a broader audience with a focus on the United States, and ultimately sell more tickets. In February it opened up the bonnet and let the cameras in.
The problem
A global franchise, the Formula 1 (F1) season travels the world, alighting in glamorous locations to race. The teams that take part, Ferrari, Renault, Mercedes to name a few, are some of the most recognisable brands in the world. For all the high-drama and the big brands,...