P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The 2024 Formula 1 silly season – where rumours swirl around the paddock concerning driver’s futures – is set to
Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris, and Oscar Piastri have secured their long-term deals, while Lance Stroll’s future at Aston Martin appears stable as long as his father remains the team owner. Alex Albon and George Russell are set with contracts until 2025 with Williams and Mercedes respectively. Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari has shaken up the driver market, leading to uncertainty for many, including Daniel Ricciardo, Sergio Perez, Nico Hulkenberg, and Zhou Guanyu. Hulkenberg remains calm amid the speculation, focusing on performance to shape his future. Ricciardo eyes Perez’s seat at Red Bull, emphasizing the importance of on-track results. Perez and Zhou stress the need to deliver on track to secure future opportunities. With the 2024 season on the horizon, the drivers are determined to let their performance speak for itself.
