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…
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Maintaining 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…
BővebbenVerstappen Laments Red Bull’s Struggle at F1 British Grand Prix
Max Verstappen expressed his disappointment in the performance of the Red Bull team at the British Grand Prix following practice, stating it was a “bad day at the office.” Despite ongoing speculation about Verstappen’s future, Red Bull’s Christian Horner dismissed concerns about him potentially leaving for Mercedes. While Verstappen has been dominant in recent seasons, Red Bull has struggled this year and lagged behind McLaren. Verstappen’s dissatisfaction with the car’s balance and performance was evident, with him placing emphasis on the challenges posed by the windy Silverstone track. Horner highlighted…
BővebbenLando Norris Shines at F1 British GP, Outpacing Leclerc and Hamilton in FP2
Lando Norris topped the timesheets in a windy FP2 session at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, outpacing the Ferraris by a significant margin. The ambient temperatures rose slightly between FP1 and FP2, with the track temperature remaining stable around 38C, allowing the Ferraris to show consistent pace from FP1. Lewis Hamilton set the early pace on medium tires but was eventually eclipsed by Norris and the Ferraris during the qualifying simulation runs on soft tires. Despite facing front-left issues, Charles Leclerc managed to challenge Norris for the top spot,…
BővebbenHorner attempts to shut down “noise” over Verstappen’s Red Bull F1 future
Christian Horner expressed his confidence that Max Verstappen would continue with Red Bull in Formula 1, while refraining from confirming his presence beyond 2025. Verstappen’s future has sparked discussions, with Mercedes’ Toto Wolff reportedly interested in signing him for 2026. Horner downplayed the ongoing speculations, stressing the importance of the driver-team relationship and their clear understanding of the situation. He highlighted Verstappen’s long-standing connection with Red Bull and the team’s faith in him. Although external narratives persist, internally, they are at ease with the current scenario. Regarding Verstappen’s contract, Horner…
BővebbenRevving Through Time: Reliving the Glory of F1 Season 2012 with Haydn Cobb
This week, Kevin is discussing the 2012 F1 season with Autosport.com Editor Haydn Cobb, considered one of the greatest modern-day F1 seasons, where six out of 12 teams secured at least one race win, and seven different drivers emerged victorious. The season saw a thrilling title fight between Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel, both vying for their third world championship, ultimately won by Vettel with a mere three-point difference. The podcast delves into the intense battle, McLaren’s troubles as the unreliable antagonist, the impact of Lewis Hamilton’s move to Mercedes,…
BővebbenHamilton Dominates Opening Practice at Silverstone ahead of British Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton showcased his enduring excellence at Ferrari by setting the fastest lap in the first practice session, affirming his Silverstone supremacy with a time of 1m26.892s. Despite his struggles after joining Ferrari, Hamilton delighted the home crowd by holding off title rival Lando Norris, who clinched second ahead of McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. Charles Leclerc’s fourth place hinted at an improved Ferrari performance, while George Russell claimed fifth after briefly topping the timesheets. Defending champion Max Verstappen finished in tenth, with rookie Arvin Lindblad impressively close to the Red…
BővebbenFIA Presidential Candidate Tim Mayer Unveils Campaign on Independence Day: A Vision for a New Era in Motorsport Governance
Tim Mayer launched his presidential campaign for the top job at the FIA in the unconventional venue of Whittlebury Hall, taking cues from American presidential campaigns with his ‘FIA Forward’ manifesto. Despite the setting near Silverstone, Mayer engaged with the press and outlined his vision in a manner reminiscent of US primaries, emphasizing the need for personal outreach. Acknowledging the upcoming FIA election in December, Mayer disclosed his six-month campaign plans, expected costs of $4-6 million, and key supporters seeking change. While expressing gratitude and addressing concerns over the incumbent…
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