The race start at the 2024 F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. (Photo by Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Like any other sport, F1 has a particular set of words that define certain details. Some words are used as slang, while others are official words that are used by the FIA to explain the sport. This jargon is frequently used by F1 presenters, commentators, and seasoned fans, around the globe. Here is a beginner's guide to some of the most commonly used F1 slang words.
Guide to F1 slang words
#Racing Line
The racing line is an area of the track that drivers usually use to gain maximum speed through straights and corners.
#Apex
An apex is a point on a track's corner that the car passes closest to. It is a part of the racing line that drivers take to retain the momentum of their cars. Different corners have different apexes, depending on the fastest racing line a driver takes.
