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Pierre Gasly has dismissed the idea that being with a works manufacturer is essential for his Formula 1 career, despite reports that Alpine may soon stop using Renault engines. A report this week suggests that Alpine is contemplating closing its engine division in Viry-Chatillon to become a customer team when new regulations take effect in…
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Sergio Pérez sees the triple header as a chance to have a ‘reset’ after a run of bad performances. Following an ‘unexpected’ P8 finish at Imola, Sergio Pérez displayed worse runs at Monaco and Canada. Similarly, like in Monaco, the RB20 failed Red Bull’s #2, forcing him to withdraw late at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.…
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Williams has appointed Adam Kenyon as Head of Aerodynamics, filling a position that had been vacant for over a year. Williams, a renowned British team with 16 World Championships, is undergoing a rebuilding phase under Team Principal James Vowles. Pat Fry, who joined last year as Chief Technical Officer, leads the technical department. Vowles, who…
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Haas driver Kevin Magnussen hasn’t had the best of starts this season. The Danish driver has only scored one point from the first nine rounds. This point has been worsened when put up against his teammate Nico Hülkenberg who has scored seven. The differences between these two drivers aren’t only in points scored. Hulkenberg can…
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This weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix will test a key problem for Mercedes. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed that this weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix will offer the Silver Arrows a chance to evaluate a key “weakness” they hope has been solved. The Brackley-based team heads to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya following its strongest performance…
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In a significant development for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, Nolan Siegel will replace Théo Pourchaire at Arrow McLaren IndyCar. This change follows a series of remarkable events in Siegel’s career. Co-author: Makenna Clizer Arrow McLaren announces the team signs @nolan_siegel to drive the No. 6 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet for the remainder of the 2024 season…
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Apple Original Films and Formula 1 have confirmed that Warner Bros. Pictures will distribute their movie about Formula 1 in theatres and IMAX internationally on June 25, 2025, and in North America on June 27, 2025. The movie, directed by Joseph Kosinski, who also directed Top Gun: Maverick and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and Chad…
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Alpine is looking to leave Renault engines behind as talks with rivals regarding a customer engine deal have opened. The Renault engine has been a losing competitor amongst the likes of Ferrari and Mercedes when it comes to performance. It is apparent that, with Alpine’s continuous stream of changes to their team, the engine has…
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The much-anticipated Formula 1 Exhibition is set to open at ExCeL London, promising an unparalleled experience with iconic championship-winning cars, exclusive artefacts, and state-of-the-art simulators. London Welcomes the Formula 1 Exhibition London has been announced as the next city to host the renowned Formula 1 Exhibition, following successful shows in Madrid, Vienna, and Toronto. Scheduled…
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WRT principal Vicent Vosse was frustrated and said BMW ‘will not accept’ Ferrari’s penalty and the leniency shown the #83 after colliding with Dries Vanthoor’s BMW at the 24 hours of Le Mans. Six hours and 35 minutes into the crown jewel race of the World Endurance Championship, disaster hit for BMW. The #83 Ferrari,…
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In Barcelona, the 19-year-old Brit will get behind the wheel of the Haas, for his second FP1 session of the season. Ayo Komatsu admits that Ollie Bearman is being ‘evaluated’ for the seat. Ollie Bearman became one of the biggest names in the driver market after an impressive debut. Filling in for Carlos Sainz at…
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Formula 3 driver Kacper Sztuka has taken to X to announce that he has been dropped from the Red Bull Junior Team. The 18-year-old took to social media at the end of November last year to announce he had joined the Red Bull Juniors. However, he has announced on X today that his contract has…
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The FIA has changed the Super Licence age requirement from 18 to 17 years old. This comes after a request for 17-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli to receive a licence early. The FIA has changed Appendix L of the International Sporting Code. Adding a clause that states: while the minimum age for the Super Licence required…
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Aston Martin and Heart of Racing will field two AMR-LMH Valkyries in the Hypercar class at the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans. The British marque, eager to make an impact, aims for its first victory at the French endurance classic since 1959. A rule change by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest and the FIA…
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The INDYCAR 2025 Schedule has been released alongside the announcement of a new FOX Sports deal with exclusive coverage for all races. This includes coverage of the Indianapolis 500, known as the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing”. This new media right deal provides the series with a huge exposure in the US. Every race in the…
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The Team Principal of McLaren, Andrea Stella, is hopeful that a series of upgrades for Spain and the future can allow the MCL38 to win on pure pace. The Woking-based team has seen a recent stream of success. Lando Norris took his first win in Formula 1 at the Miami Grand Prix, and Oscar Piastri…
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After a nightmare weekend for Ferrari in Montréal, the Maranello team plan to accelerate their upgrade timeline. Bringing major upgrades as early as Barcelona. Going from the top step in Monaco to a double DNF. Leaving Canada with no points and an unknown power unit issue leaves the team in a tough spot. The Maranello…
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The FIA have confirmed that the all-electric championship will include an official Formula E Manufacturers’ title from the GEN3 Evo era. Formula E currently harbours an impressive line up of manufacturers and will be home to seven from Season 11. Electric Racing Technologies (ERT), Jaguar, Mahindra Racing, Nissan, Porsche, STELLANTIS and new addition Lola Cars.…
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The Formula E 2025 calendar has been announced, with the series holding more races in more locations than ever before. The all-electric single-seater series will see 17 races take place spanning 11 venues. This includes new races in Miami and Diriyah, and a double-header in Monaco. The double-header in Monaco is unprecedented for any motorsport…