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Category: F1
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As we head into the opening race of the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship, the first track on the calendar celebrates its 20th anniversary. Circuit Stats Track Length 5.412km Number of Laps 57 Race Lap Record 1:31.447 (Pedro De La Rosa – 2005) Track Lap Record 1:27.264 (Lewis Hamilton – 2020) First Grand Prix 2004…
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The pre-season weeks have been eventful, from Andretti’s bid rejection to Lewis Hamilton’s surprise Ferrari move for 2025. Amidst this, the focus shifts back to Red Bull Racing and team principal Christian Horner due to conduct allegations. Drivers Unite Amid Controversy Red Bull Racing’s drivers, Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez, discussed the allegations and their…
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Christian Horner, Red Bull Racing’s Team Principal, has finally addressed the media following allegations of inappropriate behaviour that have recently come to light. The initial reports of his alleged misconduct towards a female staff member at Red Bull emerged last week, according to De Telegraaf, sparking widespread attention and an external interview was promptly conducted…
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18-year-old American racing talent Jak Crawford has been signed to the Aston Martin young driver programme. He will hope to learn from the team and experienced driver line up of Alonso and Stroll. Crawford will also drive the teams 2022 challenger at some point in the season. The news comes on a positive day for…
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Former Alfa Romeo technical director Jan Monchaux has joined the FIA as its new single-seater technical director, according to Autosport. The Franco-German will replace Tim Goss who departed for Red Bull at the end of the last year. Monchaux will report directly to the FIA’s single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis, who has been with the organisation…
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The F1 commission has announced big changes to rules ahead of the 2024 season. DRS rules are set to change alongside updates to Sprint weekend schedules and power unit penalties. The Drag Reduction System (DRS) has been used in races since 2011, allowing for many a fierce battle and countless overtakes. With changes to rules…
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Red Bull have confirmed that they have launched an independent investigation into allegations of inappropriate behaviour by team principal, Christian Horner. According to F1-Insider The allegations relates to behaviour towards a single member of Red Bull staff. Red Bull are taking the matter seriously and have hired an independent barrister to investigate the claims. What…
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Ferrari have confirmed the deal to bring 7-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari from 2025. The Ex-Mercedes driver will partner Charles Leclerc. The Deal In a move that has sent Formula 1 fans worldwide into a frenzy, Lewis Hamilton has activated a release option in his contract and is leaving the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1…
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Formula One Management has dashed Andretti’s hopes of securing a Formula 1 entry, stating it has rejected the American team’s 2025 bid. Andretti have been denied entry into Formula 1 in both 2025 and 2026, after Formula One Management rejected the bid. The American side headed up by ex – McLaren driver Michael Andretti and…
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Mika Salo, who achieved two podiums in Formula 1 between 1994-2002, recognises the benefits of sim racing in real-life driving Simucube is one of Europe’s leading suppliers of sim racing hardware and offers some of the most immersive, real-life driving experiences from the comfort of your own home. Being the choice for many pro drivers,…
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From the sofa to the simulator to the circuit: How the modern world of motorsport is being redefined by gaming. A quick history lesson on sim racing success stories. You’re probably familiar with a 2023 movie based on the true story of a boy who was pretty handy at a PlayStation game. Gran Turismo follows…
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Formula 1 has confirmed their intention to race in Madrid from 2026 to 2035, with Drivers racing on a 5.47km street track. Rumours of a race around the streets of the Spanish Capital have been circling for some time. EverythingF1 reported the impending change to the Spanish GP back in December 2023. According to the…
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The UK has played a major part in the world of Formula One from the very beginning, and there are plenty of places where the British ties to the sport are commemorated.
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Welcome to EverythingF1’s Champion of Champions 2024. Every year we put your opinions to the polls, to find out who your F1 Champion of all F1 Champions is. It’s your own personal opinion of how you rate a driver. Whether you judge it purely from the stats or from other aspects of F1 personalities. Group…
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The FIA has more reshuffling to do within the F1 department as another high profile figure leaves the organisation. Tim Goss, has left his role as single seater technical director within the FIA and is the third senior figure to leave the organisation in the last month following the departure of Technical Director Steve Nielsen…
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The race suit worn by Lewis Hamilton when he won his debut F1 race sells for almost a quarter of a million dollars Lewis Hamilton’s race suit from his debut victory at the Canadian GP in 2007 has sold for $241,300. The now seven time champion entered Formula 1 with McLaren, taking only few races…
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With the second round of testing delayed until May 2024, Nikolas Tombazis has explained the reasons behind the delay of the Spray Guards. Spray Guards The FIA has been trying to find a solution regarding the spray from Formula 1 cars when driving in the rain. The initial idea was to add Spray Guards to…
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The FIA had decided to change the Right of Review process, they will add a fee and reduce the window in which teams can request a review. The Right of Review process has now been reduced to 96 hours from the end of the competition. A further 24 hours can be added at the discretion…
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F1 is tough, and someone ‘Haas‘ to finish last. After finishing 8th in the 2022 championship, it was a gut punch for the Haas team to finish at the back of the pack this year. Despite the return of the Hulk, Haas was unable to deliver a super season. Saturday pace unfortunately couldn’t convert to…
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In 2023 we witnessed one of the longest seasons in the history of the sport. There were 23 races scheduled at the start of the season. Due to the cancellation of Imola as well as China, there ended up being 22 however, it was confirmed earlier this year that there will be a record 24…