The Netflix series 'Drive to Survive' has significantly increased the popularity of Formula 1, doubling the fan base in the U.S. from 20 million to 50 million in just a few years.

There's still a lot of growth potential in Formula 1, especially in America, as the sport hasn't fully tapped into licensing and more races yet.

Driving in Formula 1 used to be extremely dangerous, with fatalities occurring every year, but advancements in safety have made it incredibly safe today.

F1 teams' valuations have skyrocketed from around $150 million a decade ago to between $5 to $6 billion today, largely due to budget caps and increased popularity.

The death rate in Formula 1 has drastically improved from one death every 100,000 miles to one death every 67 million miles due to safety innovations like carbon fiber chassis and the halo device.

In the sports realm, YouTube is adapting to changing consumption habits, focusing on providing choice, technical innovation, and integrating content from creators to engage younger audiences.

Young people's attention spans are shrinking, which correlates with declining viewership in sports like baseball, while sports like basketball are adapting by focusing on clips rather than full games.

The return on investment for car companies in Formula 1 is significant, with Mercedes seeing a calculated annual return of $2 billion for their brand, and the teams making $200 to $300 million in profit each year.

Sports have the power to energize the world and bring people together, and I believe they play a major role in human evolution.