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Max Verstappen takes victory number 50 in the US GP Race. Both Mercedes and McLaren have shown that they are on their way back into the fight. The first stint of the US GP Race was frantic with cars battling all down the order. The biggest surprise came from the front, with the McLaren of…
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Max Verstappen wins the Austin sprint race, aggressively keeping the lead from Charles Leclerc off the line. Pushing Charles Leclerc nearly off track, protecting his position, the Dutchman remained unchallenged during this weekend’s sprint weekend. While Leclerc tried to take the lead, Verstappen’s defence opened the door for Lewis Hamilton to overtake Leclerc out of…
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It has been another Sprint format race weekend in Austin at The Circuit of the Americas this week, where a number of drivers were looking to earn a strong Sprint position after Qualifying for the Grand Prix yesterday provided mixed results. The Sprint Shootout was designed to be a quicker qualifying, putting pressure on drivers…
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Charles Leclerc takes pole in one of the closest Qualifying sessions in 2023, while Aston Martin fail to get out of Q1. Qualifying 1 The first part of the Austin GP qualifying took its usual time to develop, with most drivers putting in their best laps at the end. Unfortunately for Aston both cars were…
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The French racing team has confirmed that the young Australian driver, Jack Doohan, will participate in the upcoming races in Mexico and Abu Dhabi. Alpine Nurtures Young Talent Alpine’s commitment to fostering emerging drivers is evident as they select Australian driver Jack Doohan for their ‘rookie free practice sessions’ during the forthcoming F1 Grand Prix…
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F1 Academy driver Bianca Bustamante has made history by becoming the first female driver in the McLaren Driver Development Programme. The Philipino driver will represent McLaren on the 2024 F1 Academy grid as part of a new initiative in which all 10 teams must support one driver and have their livery on one car. However,…
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McLaren Formula 1 team principal Andrea Stella has said the team’s new Driver Development Programme signing, 2022 F3 champion Gabriel Bortoleto is an “exciting talent”. The McLaren Development Driver initiative was officially launched in April 2023. Overseen by five-time Le Man winner and former F1 driver Emanuele Pirro, Bortoleto is the most recent signing to…
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Otro Capital has announced to the public that a number of top professionals within the sports industry are set to invest in the Alpine F1 team. The operator-founded private investment firm have confirmed the professionals investing in Alpine F1 include: Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Rory Mcllroy, Anthony Joshua, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Juan Mata and Roger Ehrenberg.…
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In an unprecedented move, the FIA have decided to reopen an investigation into Lewis Hamilton crossing the track during the Qatar Grand Prix. This is the second time the incident has been under scrutiny, with Formula One’s governing body already having investigated and fined the British driver. Hamilton was forced to retire from the race…
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Bernie Ecclestone, the former boss of Formula One, has been given a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to fraud. The 92-year-old did not declare more than £400m held in a trust in Singapore when asked by tax authorities in 2015. Ecclestone has agreed in a civil settlement to repay almost £653m to HM Revenues and…
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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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Red Bull junior drivers, Enzo Fittipaldi and Zane Maloney will not be supported by Red Bull next year. That’s according to Rodin Carlin CEO, David Dicker, who has managed the pair in F2 this season. Fittipaldi is currently 7th in the standings while Maloney sits 10th respectively. They have famously brought through a number of…
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The FIA And Formula 1 have confirmed a deal that will see Pirelli continue as the sole tyre supplier for three more years. The new deal means the Italian manufacturer will provide tyres for F1, F2 and F3 until 2026. This will be a crucial year for he sport with new technical regulations expected to…
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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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Drivers argue that unsafe heat meant Qatar race conditions were on the limit of acceptable. The Qatar Grand Prix saw Max Verstappen dominate once again, claiming his 14th win of 2023. But despite the Grand Prix starting at nightfall, temperatures in Qatar reached a scorching 40 degrees with humidity and high-speed corners making the drive…
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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…