Max Verstappen surprised everyone by claiming pole position at the British Grand Prix after a brilliant final lap, outpacing the McLaren drivers. Despite Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton being expected to challenge, it was Verstappen who secured the top spot with a lap time of 1m24.892s. Championship leader Oscar Piastri will start alongside Verstappen on the front row, while home favorite Lando Norris could only manage third place. The second row will be an all-British affair with George Russell in fourth for Mercedes. Hamilton ended up in fifth place after a…
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Pepper Shines at Norisring with Maiden DTM Victory Following Spa 24 Hours Triumph
Jordan Pepper, a 28-year-old South African driver, secured his first DTM victory at the Norisring, continuing his impressive form after winning the Spa 24 Hours the previous week. He led the race from pole position in his Grasser Lamborghini and described it as the “longest 55 minutes of my life.” Despite encountering a rear-right tyre problem during a pit stop, Pepper had built a substantial enough lead in the first half to maintain his position at the front. Thomas Preining from Manthey Porsche finished three seconds behind Pepper, while Maro…
BővebbenReckless Behavior: Bearman Slapped with Grid Penalty in F1 British GP Drama
Ollie Bearman received a 10-place grid penalty for disregarding red flags during the Formula 1 British Grand Prix FP3 and crashing in the pitlane. This incident coincided with Gabriel Bortoleto’s accident. Bearman’s loss of control while pitting forced other drivers to take evasive action, leading to a significant collision. The FIA investigated the matter and found Bearman guilty of violating F1’s sporting regulations by entering the pitlane slip-road at a dangerous speed of 260km/h during the red flag. Consequently, Bearman not only loses 10 grid places for the British GP…
BővebbenLeclerc Leads the Pack in Tightly Contested F1 British Grand Prix Practice!
Charles Leclerc led a fiercely competitive final Formula 1 practice session before the British Grand Prix with tight margins separating the top drivers. Despite challenges from Hamilton and Verstappen, Leclerc excelled, setting the pace for pole position. A couple of red flags interrupted the session, including one caused by Gabriel Bortoleto’s incident. The session showcased intense battles between Leclerc, Verstappen, and Hamilton, with McLaren and Mercedes also in the mix. Ultimately, Leclerc emerged on top with a strong performance, setting expectations high for the upcoming qualifying session. The session concluded…
BővebbenBattle of the Titans: McLaren Sets Sights on Ferrari as Fierce Rival at F1 British GP
While McLaren seems to be the team to beat at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix this weekend, the enhanced performance of Ferrari has caught the attention of its competitors. With a notable upgrade to its floor before the Austrian Grand Prix, Ferrari has shown improvements that pleased drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. Leclerc managed to split the McLarens in qualifying last weekend and finished third, while Hamilton enjoyed his best qualifying since joining the team, starting and finishing fourth. Ferrari’s impressive pace continued in Friday practice, with Hamilton…
BővebbenRed Bull Revs Up the Competition: A Bold Prediction for F1’s Future Dominance
Red Bull’s Christian Horner anticipates challenges in the 2026 Formula 1 season but remains confident in the team’s in-house engine program’s potential success in retaining Max Verstappen. Despite ongoing speculation, Verstappen is likely to stay in Red Bull in 2026, with possibilities opening up for 2027 depending on new power unit performance. Verstappen’s loyalty to Red Bull appears steadfast, though team success under the new regulations will influence his decision. Red Bull’s ambitious engine program by Red Bull Powertrains, supported by Ford, aims for competitiveness against established manufacturers. Horner acknowledges…
BővebbenRussell’s Momentum in British GP Threatened by Unpredictable Weather
George Russell sees Mercedes struggling with warmer conditions and hoping for cooler temperatures to play in their favor, given the team’s difficulty in managing rear tire degradation. He believes that Mercedes’ performance is closely tied to the weather, expressing frustration over this dependency and the need for improvement. Russell notes that Ferrari has been able to capitalize on the warmer weather, improving their performance and positioning compared to Mercedes as the season progresses. He acknowledges the challenge posed by potential rain in qualifying due to the wet-weather tires’ higher degradation…
BővebbenMaintaining Unity: Brown Optimistic McLaren Drivers Can Balance Friendship and Fierce F1 Battle
“At the moment, Zak Brown has a right to feel confident as McLaren is dominating the 2025 Formula 1 season with settled drivers committed for the long term. McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris have contracts in place, allowing them to race hard and clean. Brown emphasized their friendship despite on-track battles for superiority and the drivers’ title. Notably, Norris crashed into Piastri in Canada but competed fiercely in an exhilarating Austrian Grand Prix, following McLaren’s ‘Papaya Rules’ where drivers race unless detrimental. Brown stated this rule remains, with McLaren’s…
BővebbenBuemi’s Redemption: The Stunning Turn of Events at the Jakarta E-Prix Podium
Sebastien Buemi regained his podium finish in Formula E at the Jakarta E-Prix after his penalty was overturned by the FIA following contact with Edoardo Mortara’s car. This decision denied Nico Muller his first podium for Andretti since April 2021. The FIA confirmed the penalty reversal, citing additional evidence provided by Envision Racing, including telemetry data and footage from Buemi’s car. A hearing involving both teams, Mortara, and Buemi concluded that no party was primarily at fault for the incident at Turn 13. Buemi’s podium now moves him to 10th…
BővebbenHamilton says Ferrari “in the mix” after impressive practice pace at British GP
Lewis Hamilton said Ferrari is “in the mix” at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix following a strong showing at Silverstone on Friday. Despite finishing third in the second practice session behind Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc, Ferrari appears to be McLaren’s closest competitor in both qualifying runs and long runs. Hamilton, aiming for his 10th home win in Silverstone, expressed optimism after a challenging start to his Ferrari tenure that required adjusting setups from Friday to Saturday. He felt comfortable right from the start on Friday and acknowledged the…
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