A new UK 50p coin is being issued to commemorate the centenary of the Grand Prix in Britain. The design focuses on the sport’s history and its modern era, with the “tails” side featuring both a historic racing car and a current Formula 1 car. The historic element shows a vehicle linked to the 1926 Brooklands race, reflecting the origins of Grand Prix-style racing in the UK. The modern element pairs this with a 2026 Formula 1 car, creating a visual link between early Grand Prix events and the contemporary sport. Both references describe the coin’s dual-era design and present it as a celebration of 100 years of Grand Prix racing in Britain. The release is framed as a commemorative milestone, intended to highlight the continuity of motorsport over a century, from early Brooklands competition to the latest Formula 1 technology and styling.