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Alonso receives Newey-designed gift as Ricciardo makes pressure claim – RacingNews365 Review
Fernando Alonso received an Adrian Newey-designed Valkryie as a gift from Aston Martin at his home in Monaco. The 6.5 litre V12 machine boasts an impressive 1,155bhp. Daniel Ricciardo remains confident about finishing the current F1 season with the RB team, despite uncertainties about his future within Red Bull’s F1 set-up. Carlos Sainz believes Ferrari is in a strong position in the F1 constructors’ championship, labeling their fight with McLaren at Monza as “genuine.” Helmut Marko of Red Bull hinted at sacrificing the constructors’ championship to prioritize Max Verstappen’s chances of winning the drivers’ crown. Andrea Kimi Antonelli feels ready for F1 after continuous Mercedes testing and was ultimately confirmed as Lewis Hamilton’s replacement for 2025. Christian Horner, Red Bull’s team principal, assures that Max Verstappen is “not panicking” amidst the team’s recent lackluster performances, despite his lead in the drivers’ championship narrowing.
