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Lando Norris pipped Max Verstappen to P1 in the Free Practice 1 session of the F1 2024 Spanish GP. The Brit posted a 1:14.228, with Vestappen 0.024s behind. Carlos Sainz finished in P3 in a quick run on the medium compound tyres. Heading into the weekend, drivers will be faced with extreme tyre degradation around…
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BWT Alpine F1 Team has announced that Flavio Briatore is set to make a return to Formula 1 as an Executive Advisor for Renault Group CEO Luca de Leo. At age 74, the former Renault CEO has been confirmed to be returning. He will be returning as the Executive Advisor to the current CEO in the…
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Sauber’s Zhou Guanyu aims to overcome his Canadian GP setbacks with a ‘brand-new start’ at Sunday’s 2024 Spanish GP. Following a ‘pointless’ sprint in Montréal, the Sauber #2 is looking to rebound. He aims to achieve this with new spec changes to his C44 car. Today, he revealed his personal insights ahead of the 2024…
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Speaking at the Spanish Grand Prix, Fernando Alonso shared that he believes the Adrian Newey to Aston Martin ‘rumours are rumours.’ British newspaper The Times recently reported that Adrian Newey has had conversations with owner Lance Stroll to join the team from 2025. The Red Bull chief technical officer has reportedly had an exclusive tour…
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Ollie Bearman admits he wants to stay focused on his performances this year, avoiding speculation around the possibility of a Haas F1 seat for 2025. Ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, Ollie Bearman addressed the rumours that he had already signed an F1 contract with Haas. He admitted, “There’s not really any backing to them,”…
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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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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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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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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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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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Toto Wolff has said that while Carlos Sainz deserves a top seat, it is unlikely he will be offered the Mercedes drive. The Brackley team have a seat available after Hamilton’s shock switch. The seven-time champion will join Ferrari for the 2025 season. Kimi Antonelli – a Mercedes junior driver – has been mentioned a…
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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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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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Alex Albon believes he was capable of getting some vital points for Williams had it not been for a Carlos Sainz spin which took the Thai driver out. The British based team had a Canadian Grand Prix weekend to forget. Both cars couldn’t make it to the finish line. Logan Sargent ended up spinning his…
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Williams’ disappointing Canadian GP was explained in a press statement released post-race. Williams had a strong start to the Canada race weekend. Alex Albon secured a P10 start in qualifying while Logan Sargeant out-qualified Sergio Pérez to start P13 behind the two Ferraris. Despite this, both drivers’ race ended early with a DNF each. For…