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Magazine: What’s wrong at Mercedes this time?
Many Formula 1 fans are hoping Mercedes can provide strong competition to Red Bull, given Ferrari and McLaren’s title drought since 2008 in the sport. The change in design concept this year has raised expectations for Mercedes, yet challenges remain, as discussed by Alex Kalinauckas and Jake Boxall-Legge in their analysis. With Red Bull’s early advantage under the new rules, F1 urgently needs a contender to challenge Max Verstappen, and it would be exciting to see Lewis Hamilton shine before departing to Ferrari. Ollie Bearman recently impressed by filling in for Carlos Sainz at the Saudi Arabian GP, prompting a look back at the top 10 debut performances for Ferrari. McLaren tasted victory in Formula E thanks to Sam Bird’s Brazil triumph, while Acura emerged triumphant at the Sebring 12 Hours despite strong challenges from Cadillac and Porsche. In British motorsport, Colin Turkington’s diverse racing exploits take the spotlight alongside highlights from the 2024 UK season opener, promising a mix of excitement and progression in the sport. Subscribe to Autosport magazine for comprehensive coverage, spanning from F1 to grassroots racing and everything in between. Visit www.autosportmedia.com/offer/Autosport to secure your weekly dose of motorsport action.
