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Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack has labelled Lance Stroll’s Chinese Grand Prix penalty “very harsh.” As the field bunched up for the safety car restart at the turn 14 hairpin, Stroll hit the back of Daniel Ricciardo’s Alpha Tauri causing the Australian to retire from the race with diffuser damage. His fellow countrymen Oscar…
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Charles Leclerc has said the lack of Ferrari pace was “strange” around China as the team struggled to match the frontrunners. Leclerc came home a respectable 4th with his teammate just behind in Shanghai. Despite this, the Monegasque driver was unhappy with the performance on the car throughout the weekend. “I don’t think are found…
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P9 might not be the result a driver like Lewis Hamilton would want to aim for, but that’s how things went at the Chinese GP. After lining up for today’s race in 18th position and the struggle with soft tires in the first stint, the 7-time world champion was grateful to even get to the…
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We were treated to our second qualifying session of the weekend on Saturday as the cars took to the track to decide the grid. Lewis Hamilton had been a standout performer in the Sprint Race getting a much needed podium place. However, a mistake at the Turn 14 hairpin cost Hamilton as he broke a…
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Max Verstappen dominated the Chinese GP sprint race ahead of his old rival Lewis Hamilton with Sergio Perez coming home third. It marks an eighth sprint win for the reigning champion, who navigated a difficult first few laps before unleashing his Rocketship RB20. Hamilton V Norris Off the line Hamilton accelerated away better than Norris…
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The Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix marked its return to the Shanghai International Circuit with an intense Sprint Qualifying session under varied weather conditions. The new format, featuring a Sprint race on Saturday, began with qualifying rounds on Friday. The weather played a significant role, impacting tyre choices and driving strategies. In the 12-minute SQ1…
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The return of Formula 1 to the Shanghai International Circuit after a five-year hiatus commenced with Free Practice 1 for the Chinese Grand Prix. The session kicked off with Kevin Magnussen in the Haas, posting the initial benchmark of 1:41.422 on medium compound tyres. Home crowd favourite, Zhou Guanyu was somewhat more tentative in his…
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Oscar Piastri has admitted his team are in for a ‘tough weekend’ ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix returning this week. The McLaren driver has been in great form this season building on his rookie year in 2023. The Australian currently sits in 6th place in the drivers standings just below his teammate Lando Norris.…
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Lance Stroll has labelled his illustrious teammate an “inspiration” ahead of this weekends long-awaited return to the Chinese Grand Prix. The Canadian was speaking about Fernando Alonso’s contract extension that will see him remain with the team until 2026. It will be a big year for the sport with a new range of technical regulations…
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Formula 1 returns to China after a five-year absence from the race calendar. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.451km Number of Laps 56 Race Lap Record 1:32.238 (Michael Schumacher – 1994) Qualifying Lap Record 1:31.095 (Sebastian Vettel – 2018) First Grand Prix 2004 First Race Winner Rubens Barichello 2023 Race Winner N/A (the most recent winner…
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In a move that quashes all speculation surrounding his Formula 1 future, Fernando Alonso has signed a new deal with Aston Martin, committing himself to the team until 2026. This announcement aligns with the sport’s upcoming regulatory changes, ensuring Alonso’s presence in F1’s evolving landscape. Transitioning from Alpine to Aston Martin in 2023, Alonso and…
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The Suzuka International Racing Course (aka “Suzuka Circuit”) remains a firm favourite for both fans and drivers. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.807km Number of Laps 53 Race Lap Record 1:30.983 (Lewis Hamilton – 2019) Qualifying Lap Record 1:27.064 (Sebastian Vettel – 2019) First Grand Prix 1987 First Race Winner Gerhard Berger 2023 Race Winner Max…
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Liberty Media, who owns the commercial rights to Formula 1, has announced a deal worth in excess of $4billion to acquire the rights to MotoGP. Liberty Media confirmed the acquisition in a press release today, that they have entered an agreement to purchase Dorna Sports, S.L. (“Dorna”), Dorna is the exclusive rightsholder of MotoGP. We…
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Kevin Magnussen is cautious not to declare the Haas problem fixed after a point scoring race for Haas in Australia. Feature Image: HAAS F1 Magnussen scored his first point of the 2024 F1 season (finishing 10th) at the Australian GP with teammate Nico Hulkenberg picking up two points (finishing 9th). It’s not quite the same…
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For the first time in what seems like an age we do not hear the Dutch national anthem after a Grand Prix. Max Verstappen’s Australian GP lasted 5 laps unleashing the Ferrari pair to a 1-2 victory and top spot for Carlos. The Start of the race looked like it was going to be business…
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F1 Australian GP Qualifying: A Rollercoaster Ride from Start to Finish The F1 Australian GP Qualifying session was nothing short of dramatic, delivering suspense, surprises that had fans on the edge of their seats. From early exits to a nail-biting finish for pole position, let’s dive into the details of how the grid lines up…
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F1 Australian GP Free Practice Leclerc’s Ferrari Outpaces Verstappen’s Red Bull In the build-up to the Australian Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari roared ahead of Max Verstappen’s Red Bull in the free practice sessions. Leclerc showcased his speed by leading the pack, with Verstappen hot on his heels, despite facing challenges during the day. Verstappen’s…
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As Formula 1 heads Down Under, it’s time to dive into the history of Melbourne’s Albert Park circuit. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.278km Number of Laps 58 Race Lap Record 1:20.235 (Sergio Perez – 2023) Qualifying Lap Record 1:16.732 (Max Verstappen – 2023) First Grand Prix 1996 First Race Winner Damon Hill 2023 Race Winner…
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Former Formula 1 driver Nikita Mazepin has won his legal challenge against the sanctions imposed by the European Union. These measures came into effect following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. In response, the EU targeted both Mazepin and his father Dmitry in March 2022, citing their alleged support for and benefits from the…
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Saudi Arabian GP Race: Red Bull’s Max Verstappen Continues Winning Streak In a spectacular display of dominance, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen secured yet another race victory at the 2024 Saudi Arabian GP. This marked Verstappen’s second consecutive win of the season and an impressive ninth consecutive triumph dating back to September. His commanding performance solidifies…