Lando Norris acknowledged that the 2025 Formula 1 title battle with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri will come down to the one making fewer errors rather than outright performance. Norris had a series of mistakes, including starting out of position in Bahrain, a costly qualifying crash in Saudi Arabia, underperforming in Q3 at Miami and Imola, and losing pole position in Barcelona due to “little mistakes.” In Montreal, he started in 7th due to a messy qualifying, and a race-ending collision with Piastri on the start-finish straight led to missed championship…
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Leclerc Sounds the Alarm: F1’s 2026 Car Faces Uncertain Future
Charles Leclerc expressed concerns about the new Formula 1 cars for the 2026 season, mentioning they are not the most enjoyable race cars he has driven. He splits his simulator time between the current 2025 car and the upcoming 2026 model due to significant regulations changes. Despite being in fifth place in the drivers’ championship, Leclerc is preparing for a crucial 2026 season with the Ferrari team. He acknowledges the challenge of adapting to the new car, which he finds less enjoyable to drive. Leclerc remains confident in Ferrari’s ability…
BővebbenUnraveling the Silence: Delving into Verstappen’s Muted Voice at F1 Press Conference in Austria
Ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen made headlines with his “no comment” responses at a press conference, avoiding questions regarding the FIA and penalty points system in Formula 1. Verstappen expressed the need to avoid accumulating penalty points to prevent a race suspension. Despite being asked repeatedly about his on-track approach, he remained firm in his stance of not commenting further. Verstappen later explained that he feels restricted in sharing critical opinions about the FIA due to potential consequences. He highlighted the risk of any comments being interpreted…
BővebbenRussell Advocates for Increased F1 Protest Deposits to Streamline Red Bull Appeal Process
George Russell suggests implementing a “six-figure sum” charge for Formula 1 teams to file appeals with race stewards to deter frivolous protests. The recent dispute at the Canadian GP saw Red Bull contesting Russell’s victory, which was ultimately dismissed after a six-hour review, with Russell declared the winner. Russell advocates for a higher deposit for protests, arguing that the current €2000 fee is negligible for teams making significant profits. He proposes a refund on the deposit for successful protests, creating a financial risk for teams initiating appeals. The incident underscores…
BővebbenRedemption at the Podium: How Antonelli Overcame Adversity to Shine in F1
Toto Wolff has taken responsibility for Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s crash during his first Formula 1 outing at the Italian Grand Prix last year, acknowledging that it may not have been the best decision to put him in the car at his home race. Antonelli’s debut was cut short by a major crash at Parabolica, raising doubts about his suitability to replace Lewis Hamilton in 2025, but Mercedes stood by him and have seen promising performances from him this season, despite rookie errors. Antonelli’s highlight was securing sprint pole in Miami…
BővebbenStroll Defends Aston Martin amidst Replacement Rumors, Slams Critics as ‘Short-sighted’
Lance Stroll has addressed the suggestions that he should be replaced at Aston Martin following a point drought since the Miami Formula 1 sprint race. Despite a decent start to the season with points in Australia and China, Stroll has struggled to score in subsequent races, with fifth in Miami sprint his best performance in this period. An injury caused him to miss the Spanish Grand Prix, and Timo Glock suggested Aston Martin should drop him during the Canadian GP weekend. Stroll acknowledged the criticisms, commenting in Austria that Formula…
BővebbenRevving Up Your Career: Top Opportunities on Motorsport Jobs This Week
Pirelli Motorsport is currently hiring a Trackside Engineer to analyze and interpret race data for continuous improvement of the brand in collaboration with motorsport teams. Audi Formula Racing is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead and motivate the department in developing tailored procurement strategies for motorsport/Formula 1 environments. Cadillac F1 Team is looking for an Events & Hospitality Manager to oversee hospitality operations at Formula 1 races worldwide and deliver top-tier guest experiences. Jaguar TCS Racing has an opening for a Control Systems Engineer to support the development and…
BővebbenResurrecting the Glory: The Missing Magnificence of Castle Combe’s F3 Renaissance
On June 26, 2005, a puncture caused Charlie Kimball to spin out of second place during the final British Formula 3 International Series race at Castle Combe, leading to red flags being incited and his Carlin team-mate Alvaro Parente being declared the winner. A month later, the Wiltshire circuit failed to overturn a noise abatement order, marking the end of a popular five-year stretch for British F3 and British GT meetings at Castle Combe. Trevor Carlin, whose team achieved six wins at Combe between 2001 and 2005, reminisces fondly about…
BővebbenSainz Reflects on Father’s FIA Presidency Withdrawal: ‘The Perfect Moment Was Upon Us’
Carlos Sainz Sr’s decision to withdraw from the FIA presidential race was not surprising, although his son, Carlos Sainz Jr, expressed disappointment at the outcome. While many in the motorsport community may have hoped to see Sainz Sr take on the challenge, his decision was understood after considering the extensive commitments required for the role. Sainz Sr cited the need to focus on his responsibilities towards the Dakar rally and his team as reasons for his withdrawal. Despite leaving the possibility open for the future, Sainz Jr acknowledged that currently,…
BővebbenSupreme praise for MotoGP stewarding from Marquez and Bagnaia under the watchful eye of Crafar
Ducati factory riders Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia have expressed satisfaction with the evolution of MotoGP stewarding under Simon Crafar in 2025, following a positive discussion at race direction post their contact during the Italian Grand Prix. Both riders agreed that the meetings aimed at understanding situations rather than immediate sanctions were a step in the right direction for the sport. Francesco Bagnaia highlighted the improved relationship and collaborative decision-making process with Simon Crafar, emphasizing the shift towards discussions before penalties are issued. Similarly, Marc Marquez echoed Bagnaia’s sentiments, praising…
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