The German Grand Prix was first raced in 1926 and has been part of the F1 Championship since 1951. The race takes place in July each year. The German Grand Prix will alternate between Hockenheimring and Nurburgring with the latter holding the 2007 race.

The most successful driver in Germany is R.Caracciola with 6 race wins whilst Ferrari have had 18 winning drivers. The current champion is Lewis Hamilton who took full advantage of having pole position to beat Felipe Massa into second place.