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WHY IS FORMULA 1 SO FASCINATING?
| DEFINITION | TERM |
|---|---|
| To arrive at or achieve a particular speed, level or point. | reach |
| The force on the body during rapid acceleration, braking or cornering. | G-force |
| The rubber coverings around a vehicle's wheels. | tyres |
| A short stop during a race to change tyres or make adjustments. | pit stop |
| The substance that provides energy for an engine. | fuel |
| To pass another vehicle while racing. | overtake |
| To slow down or stop a vehicle using the brakes. | brake |
| A car specially designed for competitive racing. | racing car |
| The ranking of drivers or teams during the season. | championship standings |
| To perform at the maximum possible level. | push to the limit |
| Close racing in which cars run side by side. | wheel-to-wheel racing |
| A decision made almost instantly. | split-second decision |
| The ability to continue performing despite physical effort. | endurance |
| The area behind the pits where teams work and prepare. | paddock |
| The lane leading to the team garages. | pit lane |