Red Bull has introduced a new sidepod package for the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in their pursuit of Formula 1 championship leader McLaren. The team has made changes to the inlet arrangement, moving it more in line with McLaren’s design. By re-optimizing the inlet, geometry, and stays, Red Bull aims to improve the aerodynamic efficiency of the RB21. McLaren, on the other hand, has focused on aerodynamic upgrades around the rear of the car and brought a higher-downforce rear wing for the Imola circuit. Ferrari also introduced a higher-downforce track-specific wing,…
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Revving Up for Global Excitement: British F4 Joins British GP Support Line-Up with an International Twist
Motorsport UK CEO Hugh Chambers announced that British Formula 4’s non-championship races at the British Grand Prix support bill in Silverstone will be an “international festival of F4” with significant interest from teams. The event will feature two 25-minute contests alongside F1, F2, and F3 for the first time, a milestone target for Motorsport UK in 2022. While officially labeled as British F4, the event is expected to see an influx of European F4 drivers, possibly resulting in a grid of 30 to 36 drivers. Chambers emphasized the significance of…
BővebbenReviving Racing Glory: Karun Chandhok’s Legendary 1997 Formula 1 Season
“On Episode 1, former F1 driver Karun Chandhok talks about his favorite season – 1997, known for the intense rivalry between Michael Schumacher and Jacques Villeneuve. The season is remembered for the dramatic crash at Jerez and the thrilling triple tie in qualifying. The episode also covers some lesser-known stories of the season, like Mika Hakkinen’s rise to future success and Heinz-Harald Frentzen taking over Damon Hill’s seat at Williams.” Tovább a cikkhez
BővebbenVerstappen’s Concerns: A Sobering Realization for Red Bull Racing
Max Verstappen recognizes that Red Bull may not be able to match McLaren’s race pace in the near future, despite various upgrades planned for the 2025 Formula 1 car. Even after recent upgrades, Verstappen finished significantly behind McLaren at the Miami Grand Prix, highlighting McLaren’s superior race pace. Verstappen anticipates only a slight performance improvement from the latest upgrades and does not expect to close the gap to McLaren suddenly. The upcoming Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona will bring further upgrades and a stricter technical directive on flexing front wings,…
BővebbenUnraveling the Mystery: The Ban on Haas F1 Drivers in Verstappen-inspired GT3 Tests
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen caused a stir in the motorsport world by testing a Ferrari at the Nurburgring Norschleife last weekend. Haas team boss Ayao Komatsu firmly stated that his team’s drivers won’t be following Verstappen’s example. Verstappen, under the name “Franz Hermann,” tested a Ferrari 296 GT3 at the Nurburgring, attracting attention despite efforts to keep it low-key. The Ferrari was from Emil Frey Racing, linked to Verstappen’s GT World Challenge team, sporting his livery. Rumors circulated that Verstappen broke lap records during the test, fueling intrigue. Komatsu…
BővebbenHamilton and Russell Speak Out Against FIA President’s Swearing Ban Reversal
Lewis Hamilton criticized the FIA president’s decision to backtrack on the swearing ban, calling the situation “ridiculous” and “a mess.” George Russell expressed suspicions about the FIA’s intentions to change its stance on punishing drivers, indicating that the reversal seemed “all a bit suspect.” The FIA revised penalties for drivers for swearing after facing backlash, reducing fines from €40,000 to €5,000 and removing the ban threat for a second offense. Hamilton commented on the decision ahead of the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, describing the situation as absurd and highlighting the need…
BővebbenHyundai’s Rallying Determination: Navigating the Road Ahead in WRC
Hyundai Motorsport boss Cyril Abiteboul remains optimistic about the brand’s potential participation in the World Rally Championship next year but has concerns that are currently hindering a commitment to 2027. The future involvement of Hyundai in the WRC is a significant topic, with the manufacturer yet to officially commit beyond this year as it prepares to join the World Endurance Championship in 2026. Hyundai has been running a factory WRC program since 2014, with no long-term contracts in place for its drivers Thierry Neuville, Ott Tanak, and Adrien Fourmaux. Speculation…
BővebbenAnthony Hamilton’s Rising Star: FIA Announces Young Driver Role
Lewis Hamilton’s father, Anthony, is poised to assume an official role at the FIA, supporting the governing body in its young driver program. His involvement, initially as an advisor over the past 18 months, will be formalized during the upcoming FIA conference in Macau, coinciding with the launch of the FIA’s Young Driver Development Pathway. Hamilton impressed FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem with his contributions to facilitate young drivers’ progression from grassroots to professional levels. This initiative does not impact Lewis Hamilton’s relationship with Ben Sulayem, despite past disagreements regarding…
BővebbenVerstappen Reveals Insights from Nurburgring GT3 Test with Hermann: A Game-Changing Experience
Max Verstappen recently shared details about his GT3 test at Nurburgring’s Nordschleife, where he raced incognito as “Franz Hermann” during an official Nurburgring Endurance Series test. He drove Emil Frey Racing’s Ferrari 296 GT3, typically seen in DTM races, with his protege Thierry Vermeulen as part of the team. Reports suggested that Verstappen set a new NLS GT3 lap record, clocking a faster time than Christian Krognes’ 7m49.578s. However, he clarified that his primary goal was to assist Emil Frey Racing and acclimate himself to possibly take part in the…
BővebbenNavigating the High-Stakes Landscape: Hamilton Reflects on the Challenges of Transitioning to Ferrari
During the 2025 Formula 1 season, Lewis Hamilton admitted to the challenges he faced adapting to life at Ferrari, following his move from Mercedes where he won six titles. Despite initially expecting a tough transition, Hamilton has struggled at Ferrari, currently placing seventh in the championship and trailing behind his teammate, Charles Leclerc. While Ferrari was expected to contend for the championships this season, Hamilton acknowledges that there’s still a lot of work to be done as he is 90 points behind the championship leader. Hamilton remains optimistic about the…
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