A1 Grand Prix A1 Grand Prix A1 Grand Prix (A1GP) was a 'single make' open wheel auto racing series that ran from 2005 until 2009. It was unique in its field in that competitors solely represented their nation as opposed to themselves or a team, the usual format in most formula racing series. As such, it was often promoted as the "World Cup of Motorsport". The series was ratified by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and races were held in the traditional Formula One off-season, the northern hemisphere winter. The nation-based A1GP concept was founded by Sheikh Maktoum Hasher Maktoum Al Maktoum
Once Upon a Wheel was Paul Newman's impression of the finished product that encouraged the extended version. ""Spectacular ... Paul Newman and celebs performed for director David Winters with joie de la cause, abetted by extraordinary editing. ... A poetic study of man and machines ... Incredible effect ... Most exciting."" -Hollywood Reporter Once Upon a Wheel Once Upon a Wheel is a 1971 ABC television documentary on the history of auto racing. It was hosted by Paul Newman and was directed and produced by David Winters. A racing enthusiast, Newman narrated this hour-long documentary on the history of auto racing. Joining Newman was