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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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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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Felipe Massa is suing the FIA, FOM (Formula One Management) and Bernie Ecclestone regarding the 2008 ‘crashgate’ scandal. The Brazilian driver who most famously drove for Ferrari from 2006-2013 has filed a lawsuit, claiming that the result at the infamous 2008 Marina Bay (Singapore) circuit that year should be voided. Massa lost the 2008 World…
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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…
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Following an impressive win in the F1 Academy Saudi Arabia 2024 Race Two to make a perfect weekend for the Mercedes junior, Doriane Pin has been demoted from the top spot following a 20-second penalty added to her elapsed race time. Alpine’s Abbi Pulling is now the winner with Ferrari’s Maya Weug in second and…
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Van Amersfoort Racing’s Enzo Fittipaldi secured his maiden feature race win in the Saudi Arabia F2 Feature race, driving seven seconds clear of Kush Maini of Invicta Racing. MP Motorsport’s Denis Hauger charged through the pack to finish on the third step of the podium; his second podium of the weekend. Enzo Fittipaldi clinched his…
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After yesterday’s impressive Race 1 win, Doriane Pin has made a perfect start to the 2024 F1 Academy season with another victory in Race 2 here in Saudi Arabia. It was a repeat podium trio, as Alpine’s Abbi Pulling came second (+1.430) followed by Ferrari’s Maya Weug (+4.664) at the Jeddah Cornice Circuit. Pin had…
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Helmut Marko Faces Suspension Red Bull Racing is on the brink of internal chaos, with key figure Helmut Marko facing the possibility of suspension. Red Bull Racing finds itself engulfed in a severe crisis as the team’s 80-year-old motorsport adviser, Helmut Marko faces suspension. Marko, known for his influential role in Red Bull’s young driver…
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Richard Verschoor has been disqualified from the F2 Jeddah Sprint for a technical violation. Despite a dominating win today for the Dutchman, Denis Hauger has been promoted to P1 after both Trident cars were disqualified. Paul Aron is promoted to P2 and Enzo Fittpaldi now takes third. A fast getaway at lights out saw rookie…
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Max Verstappen takes pole position at Jeddah, while Fernando Alonso fought hard for P4, and Ferrari only has one car in the top 10 for tomorrow at the Saudi Arabian GP Saudi Arabia GP Qualifying All cars took the grid for the second qualifying session of the season. With Verstappen topping 2/3 practice sessions, and…
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It has been announced today that Audi have increased their overall F1 commitment in Sauber to 100%, well before their arrival to the sport in 2026. Back in 2022, it was announced that Audi would join the F1 grid following the confirmation of new engine regulations for 2026. These regulations included the increased usage of…
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Doriane Pin has won the opening race of the 2024 F1 Academy season after topping the timesheets in Qualifying to gain double pole positions for the opening weekend’s two races in Saudi Arabia. Alpine’s Abbi Pulling came in second (+0.848) while Ferrari junior Maya Weug finished third (+6.070) at the Jeddah Corniche circuit. After an…
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Formula 1 star Carlos Sainz is set to miss the upcoming Saudi Arabian Grand Prix due to an unforeseen medical emergency. The 29-year-old Ferrari Driver has been diagnosed with appendicitis, leading to an urgent need for surgery. Sainz’s unfortunate health setback unfolded as he fell ill upon arriving in Jeddah earlier this week. The emergency…
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The third longest track on the race calendar is entering its third year of Formula 1 at the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah. Circuit Stats Track Length 6.174km Number of Laps 50 Race Lap Record 1:30.734 (Lewis Hamilton – 2021) Qualifying Lap Record 1:27.511 (Lewis Hamilton 2021) First Grand Prix 2021 First Race…
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Fernando Alonso went fastest in Free Practice 2 in Saudi Arabia as other drivers struggled with traffic issues. Alonso set a lap that would definitely put a smile on the Spaniard of 1:28.827, faster than George Russell in second by 0.230. After topping FP1, Max Verstappen found himself third, 0.331 off Alonso. Charles Leclerc and…
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Max Verstappen was top of the timesheets in FP1 at a windy Jeddah. Fernando Alonso, as he often did last year, splits the two Red Bulls in P2, with Sergio Perez 0.2 off his teammate in third. George Russell continued to prove himself as the stronger of the two Mercedes drivers this weekend when he…
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In a twist to the recent controversy surrounding Red Bull. Team Boss Christian Horner’s accuser has been sent packing, suspended on full pay after the Formula One team’s investigation. The drama unfolded following allegations of “inappropriate behaviour” against the team principal, culminating in the decision from Red Bull GmbH. Red Bull’s Austrian parent company cleared…
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Setting the Stage in Jeddah: F1 Controversy Casts a Shadow Over the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix As the F1 circus gathers in Jeddah for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the anticipation is not solely for the high-speed spectacle about to unfold on the track. Instead, all eyes are on Red Bull’s Christian Horner and the…
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Lewis Hamilton’s Successor: Lewis Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari for the upcoming season has ignited a thrilling race to fill the coveted spot at Mercedes, with Team Principal Toto Wolff revealing they are in “no hurry” to make the crucial decision. The Hamilton Era’s End and The Open Seat After an illustrious 12-season run with Mercedes,…
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Undermining Fair Play: FIA President Ben Sulayem Accused of Tampering with F1 Race Result The world of Formula 1 is once again in the grip of a scandal, and this time, the focus is squarely on FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem. Explosive allegations have surfaced, accusing the 62-year-old of meddling with the Formula 1 stewards’…