Historic F1 Season Launch Celebrates 75 Years of Championship Racing
Formula 1 made history with its first-ever global season launch at London's O2 Arena, unveiling all 10 teams and their 2025 cars in a spectacular celebration of the sport's 75th anniversary.
Wiktor Forsström
F1 Journalist
Formula 1 reached a historic milestone with an unprecedented global season launch at London's O2 Arena, marking the official start of the championship's 75th anniversary year. For the first time in Formula One history, all 10 teams unveiled their new cars and drivers together in a spectacular live event at London's O2 Arena, marking the official start of the 2025 season.
A Spectacular Showcase
The event represented a significant departure from traditional individual team launches, bringing together the entire Formula 1 community in one venue. Fans packed the venue and tuned in worldwide to witness the next generation of F1 machines, including Red Bull Racing's RB21 and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls' VCARB 02.
Each team was given their moment to shine, with dramatic presentations featuring music, lighting effects, and driver appearances. The Red Bull presentation was particularly memorable, with Four-time World Champion Max Verstappen, his new team-mate Liam Lawson and team boss Christian Horner took center stage for Oracle Red Bull Racing Team, accompanied by Start Me Up by The Rolling Stones.
75th Anniversary Significance
"2025 will be a special year as we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the FIA Formula One World Championship, and it's that legacy and experience that allows us to deliver such a strong calendar," Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali explained during the event.
The milestone year brings together tradition and innovation, with the sport honoring its rich heritage while showcasing the cutting-edge technology that defines modern Formula 1. The 2025 season features 24 races across five continents, maintaining the record calendar length established in recent years.
Technical Regulations and Changes
The F1 2025 season brings several key regulation changes. Aerodynamic tweaks aim to improve overtaking opportunities, while cost cap refinements ensure a level playing field. These modifications are designed to enhance competition while maintaining the sport's commitment to sustainability.
The regulation changes represent the final evolution of the current technical formula, with major revisions planned for 2026 that will reshape the sport's future direction.
Global Reach and Accessibility
The centralized launch format reflects Formula 1's commitment to engaging fans worldwide. "Once again, we'll visit 24 incredible venues around the world, delivering top class racing, hospitality, and entertainment, which will be enjoyed by millions of fans worldwide," Domenicali emphasized.
The event was broadcast globally, allowing fans from every continent to participate in this historic moment. The production values and presentation quality demonstrated Formula 1's evolution into a truly global entertainment spectacle.
Looking Ahead
With all teams now officially launched and the 75th anniversary season underway, attention turns to pre-season testing in Bahrain and the opening race in Australia. The stage is set for what promises to be one of the most competitive and closely contested seasons in Formula 1's illustrious history.
The unified launch successfully captured the excitement and anticipation surrounding the milestone year, setting high expectations for the racing action to follow.