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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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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…
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Following a P3 grab at the quali, Lando Norris delivered a spectacular fight to ‘pole-sitter’ Verstappen at Montréal. Unfortunately, he lost his P1 spot to Max Verstappen because of a Safety Car intervention and McLaren’s ‘faulty’ strategies, which he hailed as ‘unlucky.’ Regarding all these, the Briton came out to put forward his reactions in…
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Mercedes drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton felt disappointed with their Canada performance after finishing P3 and P4. Team Principal Toto Wolff, however, sees the positive side of their weekend. Mercedes drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton felt disappointed with their Canada performance. Speaking to the media post-race, both felt that they should have given…
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Max Verstappen says the team ‘made the right calls’ this weekend to take the 2024 Canadian GP win. The Dutchman was back on the top step of the podium this weekend, following a brief stint further down the pack with a difficult car. Speaking after the race, Verstappen told the media that getting back to…
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Max Verstappen wins a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix with Lando Norris in P2 and pole-sitter George Russell in P3. Lewis Hamilton and Oscar Piastri rounded out your top five in what was the race of the season so far. Racing is back. Max Verstappen wins a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix with Lando Norris placing second…
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Following a ‘below-par’ run in Monaco, Max Verstappen continued his poor performance in this week’s practice sessions as well. He struggled in the first two qualifying rounds yesterday. Luckily, the Dutchman managed to turn the tides around in the last minute. Regarding this, the Red Bull driver had some interesting words to say in the…
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Despite an impressive FP3, Hamilton faced ‘disappearing’ grip in qualifying that had him starting seventh for the race. Lewis Hamilton couldn’t explain the sudden and surprising lack of pace he had in qualifying. Despite having an impressive FP3, putting in a lap that was three-tenths faster than those behind. Qualifying rolled around and Hamilton noted…