Everything Trackside
Driven by the fans, for the fans
Author: Jamie Cooper
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How long until the 3-time champ is dethroned? Seems forever and a day since we’ve seen something like this. Believe it or not, there was once a car on the F1 grid with the #33. The 2022 season saw this change. The first #1, since Sebastian Vettel in 2014, was chosen by a certain Dutch…
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In the world of Formula 1, the clash between talent and business interests often takes centre stage. For Aston Martin, this dilemma has manifested in Lance Stroll, the team owner’s son, whose performance has raised questions about his future in the sport. The Stroll Conundrum: A Challenge for Aston Martin Lance Stroll’s underwhelming season in…
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We’re often told that F1 has never been more competitive, but is this really true? When was Formula 1 most competitive? The current F1 grid is incredibly close. Lets take Monaco as an example as the circuit has remained around two miles long, give or take, since the first Grand Prix was run there in…
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The only non-Red Bull driver to beat Max Verstappen this year will sit out of the #QatarGP Carlos Sainz, after a respectable P6 in Saturday’s Sprint, is out of the 2023 Qatar Grand Prix due to fuel leak. Sainz was due to start the feature race at the Lusail International Circuit in P12 after a…
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During the Qatar Grand Prix, drivers must make three pit stops, with a maximum of 18 laps per stint. Newly-crowned World Champion Max Verstappen starts on pole, adding anticipation to the race. In response to safety concerns regarding tire wear, the FIA has mandated that all drivers make at least three pit stops during Sunday’s…
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Following analysis of rubber used during Free Practice 1 tyre safety concerns have emerged. The FIA have been forced to take steps affecting Sunday’s Grand Prix. Pirelli have discovered that tyres used in FP1 for extended runs have been near critical failure. This recalls memories of the farcical 2005 United States Grand Prix where tyre…
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Lawrence Stroll is considering selling Aston Martin F1 Team according to rumours. Rumour has it… As we head to Losail International Circuit, and Verstappen looks to secure the title, everyone’s attention has turned to other news. Or should I say, rumours. This time Lawrence Stroll is the victim of rumour, reportedly planning to sell his…
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In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, Carlos Sainz emerges as Ferrari’s undeniable leader, challenging norms set by his teammate, Charles Leclerc. Discover the intriguing dynamics of Ferrari’s star duo in the 2023 season. Challenging Expectations Sainz, who stepped into Ferrari’s racing boots in 2021, faced scepticism about overshadowing the talented Charles Leclerc. However, Sainz’s…
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After months of analysis by the FIA over the expressions of interest, Formula 1’s governing body has finally announced the conclusion and outcome of the analysis, approving Andretti Global. Andretti Confirmed The FIA announced a statement on Monday (2/10/2023) confirming that Andretti Global has been successful and will be the only applicant that will be…
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Former Formula 1 driver Nyck de Vries is making his way back to the Formula E Championship for the 2023-24 season, where he’ll be joining forces with Edoardo Mortara at Mahindra. De Vries: From Formula 1 to Formula E De Vries, briefly associated with the Red Bull junior team this year, participated in 10 Formula…
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Verstappen dominates with another pole as Oscar Piastri continues to impress at McLaren. Qualifying 1 The first part of Qualifying started off the same as the Free Practice sessions with Max Verstappen taking the top spot and the McLarens of Norris and Piastri close behind. With 9 minutes of the session to go, the Williams…
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AlphaTauri has officially announced its driver lineup for the 2024 Formula 1 season, confirming that both Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda will remain with the team. This decision marks the continuation of their partnership, while young talent Liam Lawson, who stepped in for Ricciardo during his absence due to injury, takes on a role as…
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McLaren Racing is thrilled to announce a significant extension of its contract with young Australian racing sensation, Oscar Piastri. The multi-year contract extension ensures that Piastri will remain a vital part of the McLaren family until the end of 2026, a testament to his remarkable performances in Formula 1. Exceptional Performance in 2023 Oscar Piastri’s…
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Lance Stroll and Aston Martin have jointly decided that the Canadian driver will not participate in the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix, following a significant crash during the qualifying session. In a surprising turn of events at the 2023 Singapore Grand Prix, Lance Stroll will be absent from the starting grid due to a harrowing qualifying…
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Alfa Romeo has confirmed that they will retain the services of both Zhou Guanyu and Valtteri Bottas for the 2024 season. Zhou, who is China’s first full time driver in Formula 1 made his debut with Alfa Romeo in 2022, scoring a point in his first race in Bahrain. The team released a statement confirming…
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Max Verstappen wins the Italian GP and sets a new Formula 1 record with 10 wins in a row. The Start All the cars were lined up and ready for the start of the Italian GP, unfortunately for the watching Tifosi and Formula 1 fans around the world, it was a bit of am anti…
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The Tifosi were rewarded with pole position as Carlos Sainz takes his first ever Monza pole, and he does it in Ferrari colours. Max was pipped to the post in a thrilling Q3, whilst Charles Leclerc narrowly missed out, slotting into P3. The Italian GP Is Ferrari’s To Lose The special livery and race suits…
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The wait is finally over as Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton have come to an agreement over a new contract. Speculation over Lewis Hamilton and his contract with Meecedes has been at the forefront of discussions within the paddock for some time, with some saying that it the 7-time Champion could retire at the end of…
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In a chaotic and rain effected race Max Verstappen takes another victory on his imperious march to the 2023 Drivers Championship. The race was dictated by two periods of rain. The first was at the start, when the rain arrived heavy and quickly, catching out several of the teams. Both Mercedes and McLaren delayed their…