George Russell expressed his excitement over securing pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix, hailing it as one of the most thrilling laps in his racing career. Russell’s impressive lap time of 1m10.899s edged out Max Verstappen at the last moment, setting up a front-row battle with a slim 0.16-second gap between them. Despite a strong FP2 showing, Russell faced challenges from Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc in FP3 before switching to mediums in Q3, significantly improving his performance. The Mercedes driver described his last lap as “mighty” and highlighted…
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Lewis Hamilton handed Canadian GP pole after George Russell beats Max Verstappen in thrilling qualifying showdown
George Russell clinched pole position for the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, setting up a front row start alongside Max Verstappen. Verstappen, penalized for a collision with Russell in the Spanish Grand Prix, will now start alongside his rival in Montreal. Russell’s impressive form throughout the weekend culminated in his first pole since the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix with a time of 1m10.899s. Championship leader Oscar Piastri secured third place, while Lando Norris struggles and starts in seventh. Yuki Tsunoda received penalties, dropping him to the back of the…
BővebbenPenalty for Tsunoda: Uphill Battle Ahead in F1 Canadian GP
Red Bull’s Yuki Tsunoda has been given a 10-place grid penalty for the Canadian Grand Prix after passing Oscar Piastri under red flag conditions during practice at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. Piastri triggered the red flag by hitting the ‘wall of champions’ and suffering damage. Tsunoda overtook Piastri at high speed, citing concerns for debris from Piastri’s car. The stewards found Tsunoda’s actions unjustified, resulting in penalty points on his superlicence. Tsunoda, who joined Red Bull in April, will now start the race from the back of the grid…
BővebbenLe Mans 24 Hours, Hour 6: Ferrari in control with Porsche best of the rest
At the quarter distance of the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours, Ferrari had a strong grip on the race, with the top three positions locked by their 499P LMHs. Cadillac driver Sebastien Bourdais’ concerns about Ferrari’s pace were proven right in the first six hours, as the Prancing Horse cars surged to the front. The #50 Ferrari took the lead after six hours, with the #51 Ferrari chasing closely behind, showcasing their dominance on the track. Despite starting at the back due to disqualification, the #6 Porsche climbed to third…
BővebbenNorris Outpaces Leclerc in Thrilling FP3 Battle at Canadian Grand Prix
Lando Norris set the fastest time in the final free practice session before qualifying for the Canadian Grand Prix. Charles Leclerc finished second, ahead of George Russell and Lewis Hamilton. Oscar Piastri, the championship leader, had a moment on the track, while Nico Hulkenberg and Oliver Bearman also faced challenges during the session. Max Verstappen clocked the fifth fastest time, and only Fernando Alonso came within half a second of Norris’ pace. Andrea Kimi Antonelli and the Williams duo completed the top 10, with Yuki Tsunoda finishing last and under…
BővebbenLas Vegas Grand Prix Secures Two-Year Extension with F1
The Las Vegas Grand Prix has agreed to a two-year extension, ensuring Formula 1 cars will race down the Strip until at least 2027. With its unique position as a race promoted by the series itself, Vegas is secure on the calendar for the long term. Generating $934 million in revenue during the 2024 race weekend, the event is crucial for the city’s economy. President and CEO of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Emily Prazer, confirmed the extension until 2027, with plans for even further collaboration in the future. The…
BővebbenUnpacking Verstappen’s Performance Shift: The Intriguing Tale from FP1 to FP2 at F1 Canadian GP
Max Verstappen is feeling optimistic for the Canadian Grand Prix weekend despite losing pace between FP1 and FP2, aiming to get the car back to its initial performance. Although falling to ninth in the second practice session in Montreal, Verstappen believes the team is in a good position for the race and is determined to address the balance issues encountered. With McLaren currently leading the championship and Red Bull in fourth place in the constructors’ standings, Verstappen’s focus is on battling Ferrari and Mercedes for a podium finish rather than…
BővebbenAnalyzing the Strategic Set-Up Tactics Impacted Williams’ Performance at the F1 Canadian Grand Prix
Following an impressive Friday practice day at the Canadian Grand Prix, Williams seemed cautious, attributing their strong performance to running a different program than their competitors. Both Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz were in the top positions in the practice sessions at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The team’s performance marked a return to form after a non-scoring race in Barcelona, and they are hopeful for a good race in Montreal, aiming to get back into the points. Albon stressed the importance of continuous improvement to maintain momentum into Saturday’s qualifying session.…
BővebbenRussell Struggles to Find Pace in FP2 at F1 Canadian GP
George Russell acknowledges that his impressive performance in the second practice session at the F1 Canadian Grand Prix was the best possible result he could achieve in his Mercedes. He topped the timesheets, just narrowly ahead of Lando Norris. Russell attributed his success to the cooler track temperatures in Montreal and stated that he was pushing his car to its limits. Notably, Russell set his fastest time on the medium C5 tires, while Norris used the softer C6 compound. Russell expressed satisfaction at leading the leaderboard and acknowledged Mercedes’ strength…
BővebbenRevitalizing Retro: A Futuristic Twist on Classic Sportscars for WEC
The new Le Mans Legends Series will feature LMP1 and LMP2 prototypes alongside GT cars from the mid-2010s, supporting rounds of the upcoming World Endurance Championship season. Organised by Peter Auto, the series will see a variety of machinery participating, including LMP2 cars from as recent as 2016. The aim is to cater to a younger audience interested in modern cars, like the Ferrari F430, Pescarolo, Peugeot 908, and iconic Audis and Corvettes. In addition to WEC events, the Le Mans Legends Series will also be part of the annual…
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