Max Gunther secured pole position and emerged victorious in an impressive race, with Jean-Eric Vergne starting from 10th place and finishing in second. DS Penske achieved an outstanding result in the first Formula E weekend race in Shanghai. Following his remarkable performance in Jeddah, Max Gunther strived for further success and valuable points in China. Besides being a favorite for the weekend, his teammate Vergne, a frequent front-row starter, also had strong cards to play. Vergne holds the Formula E record for pole positions, with the penultimate one earned in…
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F1 Spanish GP: Piastri leads Norris in FP3 as McLaren shows the way
Oscar Piastri of McLaren topped FP3 at the F1 Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, completing a clean sweep for the team in practice sessions. The session started slowly due to the high midday heat, but Carlos Sainz initially led the way in his Williams, which had struggled on Friday. Ferrari’s Leclerc and Mercedes’ Hamilton later overtook Sainz, with George Russell setting the fastest time until Verstappen edged him out by 0.021s. McLaren’s Norris struggled with car issues but managed to improve his time, while Piastri impressed with a 1m12.387s lap,…
BővebbenUnleashing the Potential: Max Verstappen’s FIA Platinum Race Licence Opportunities
Max Verstappen recently obtained a specific FIA license required for endurance races, including the Le Mans 24 Hours and possibly the Nurburgring 24 Hours, after his GT3 test with Emil Frey Racing. Verstappen humorously mentioned he hoped for a bronze license, only to receive a platinum one due to his Formula 1 superlicence, making him fall under the highest category of drivers. This platinum license is granted to drivers who have achieved top positions in Tier 1 championships such as Formula 1, WEC, or IndyCar, ensuring a level playing field…
BővebbenUnveiling the Unforeseen: The Slow Rollout of F1’s Flexi-Wing Revolution at the Spanish GP
Mercedes driver George Russell sarcastically commented on McLaren’s aerodynamic issue affecting their performance in a significant way. The issue of aero-elasticity became a focal point before the Spanish Grand Prix, with teams like Red Bull questioning McLaren’s advantage and calling for stricter tests on front wings. Despite the anticipation for a shake-up in the running order due to new tests, McLaren maintained their top position in practice sessions, leaving many disappointed with the lack of visible impact. Drivers like Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon mentioned that the changes did not…
BővebbenUnraveling the Mystery: Tsunoda’s Quest for Speed Unveiled in F1 Spanish GP Practice
Yuki Tsunoda expressed confusion over his slow pace in the Formula 1 practice sessions at the Spanish Grand Prix, stating he doesn’t understand why he’s lacking speed. Despite smooth sessions on Friday, Tsunoda felt his ultimate pace was insufficient and struggled to pinpoint the reason for it. He faced difficulties with sliding at both axles and was six tenths slower than teammate Max Verstappen in soft-tyre qualifying simulations. Tsunoda admitted that while he made progress throughout the sessions, he couldn’t identify the exact limitations causing his slow performance. He acknowledged…
BővebbenHow Briatore captured the room with bizarre F1 Spanish GP press conference performance
Following Oliver Oakes’ resignation, Flavio Briatore has assumed the role of team principal at Alpine, unofficially. Despite previously serving as an advisor, he now also represents the French-owned team publicly. Briatore’s presence at official FIA press conferences has injected a flamboyant touch to the typically formal proceedings. During his first press conference appearance, Briatore showcased his witty banter and unconventional approach, causing a stir alongside Red Bull’s Christian Horner and Pirelli’s Mario Isola. When questioned about a successor for Oakes and Alpine’s future, Briatore humorously hinted at seeking someone “cheap”…
BővebbenRallying to New Heights: Ogier’s Acropolis Addition Revs Up 2025 WRC Season!
Sebastien Ogier will be competing in the Acropolis Rally next month as part of a 12-car Rally1 entry list for the World Rally Championship event. This rally will be Ogier’s fifth start of the season and he will be joining Toyota’s lineup alongside Elfyn Evans, Kalle Rovanpera, Takamoto Katsuta, and Sami Pajari. Hyundai will have Thierry Neuville, Ott Tanak, and Adrien Fourmaux driving the i20 N Rally1 cars, while M-Sport-Ford will run four Pumas with privateer Jourdan Serderidis joining the team. In addition to the main entries, there will be…
BővebbenRevolutionizing the Racing: Upcoming Appointment of Alpine F1 Boss Anticipated, Reveals Briatore
The Alpine Formula 1 team is moving closer to appointing a new team principal after the departure of Oliver Oakes in early May. Oakes left unexpectedly following his brother William’s arrest by Metropolitan Police for “transferring criminal property”, described as a large amount of cash. Flavio Briatore, currently covering the team principal role as an executive advisor to Renault, has stated that the team is actively searching for a replacement but is taking their time to ensure they make the right choice. Briatore emphasized the importance of finding someone who…
BővebbenPiastri Shines as McLaren Leads the Pack in F1 Spanish GP FP2 Showdown at Barcelona
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri was the fastest in Friday’s second practice session at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, taking the lead from Mercedes’ George Russell with a time of 1m12.760s. Lando Norris initially led the session before Russell and Piastri set faster times, with Norris, Verstappen, and Piastri closely matched behind the leaders. Piastri’s time remained unbeaten for the rest of the session as teams focused on long runs in preparation for the race. Russell finished second, followed closely by Verstappen and Norris, while Charles Leclerc rounded out the…
BővebbenHorner Denies Ferrari Switch Rumors: Red Bull Boss Sets the Record Straight
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has dismissed speculation linking him to the Ferrari Formula 1 team, despite Ferrari chairman John Elkann’s admiration for him. Horner has been with Red Bull since its inception in 2005 and recently signed a contract extension until 2026. At the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, Horner reaffirmed his 100% commitment to Red Bull, quashing any rumors of a move to Ferrari. Ferrari appointed Fred Vasseur as their team boss for the 2023 season, aiming to improve their performance in Formula 1. Ferrari’s ambitious plans…
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