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Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari is competitive and “in the mix” at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, following a strong performance at Silverstone on Friday. Despite leading FP1 and finishing third in FP2 behind Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc, Ferrari seems to be McLaren’s closest rival in both qualifying and race pace. Hamilton, aiming for a record 10th home win, expressed confidence after a challenging start with Ferrari, where he has had to find different set-up solutions from Friday to Saturday. He acknowledged the importance of executing a strong weekend…

Max Verstappen expressed his dissatisfaction with Red Bull’s performance on Friday at the British Grand Prix, prompting team boss Christian Horner to promise new tools to improve the situation. Despite rumors about Verstappen potentially moving to Mercedes, Horner remained non-committal about the future. Verstappen, a four-time champion with Red Bull, has been struggling this season, lagging behind McLaren. The Dutch driver was critical of the car’s balance and performance at Silverstone, where he faced challenges with the windy conditions affecting the car’s sensitivity. Horner emphasized the team’s continuous pursuit of…

Lando Norris set the fastest time in a windy FP2 session at the British Grand Prix, outpacing the two Ferraris by a significant margin at the end of Friday practice. Ambient temperatures rose slightly between FP1 and FP2, with the track temperature remaining stable at around 38C. Although the Ferraris showed good pace in the early stages of FP2, Lewis Hamilton initially led on medium tires but was later overtaken in the qualifying simulation runs on soft compounds. Norris ultimately topped the timesheets with a solid margin over Leclerc, while…

Christian Horner expressed confidence that Max Verstappen will stay with Red Bull F1 team, although he did not confirm Verstappen’s presence in the car beyond 2025. The discussion on Verstappen’s future intensified before the British Grand Prix, with Toto Wolff reportedly interested in him from 2026. Horner dismissed ongoing speculations, emphasizing the strong relationship between Verstappen and the team, as well as the success he has achieved with Red Bull Racing cars. The internal clarity on the situation gives them comfort, despite external noise and speculation. Although details of drivers’…

Lewis Hamilton demonstrated his continued dominance at Silverstone by setting the fastest lap time during the first practice session at Ferrari, where he now races. Despite some struggles since joining Ferrari, Hamilton managed to keep his fellow British driver, Lando Norris, at bay with an impressive performance in front of the home crowd. Norris finished second, ahead of his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, while Charles Leclerc secured fourth place for Ferrari, indicating a positive trend in the team’s performance. George Russell briefly topped the timing sheets in FP1 before settling…

At Whittlebury Hall, Tim Mayer launched his campaign for the presidency at the FIA with a presentation in the Hockenheim Room, showcasing his ‘FIA Forward’ branding and expressing his grassroots campaign strategy. Mayer emphasized the need for personal connections and grassroots campaigning, striking a balance between traditional campaign tactics and a modern, dynamic approach. Engaging with motorsport journalists, Mayer outlined his vision for change within the FIA, presenting a detailed plan while embracing the atmosphere of a US presidential primary event. The campaign, in motion for six months, is expected…

As Formula 1’s popularity continues to soar, a new wave of online voices has emerged – fans who have transformed into content creators, reshaping how F1 is experienced, particularly by young women and Gen Z, through personalized, platform-specific storytelling that resonates with fans on a more intimate level. Influencer and streamer, Kireth Kalirai, emphasized the importance of including content creators in media strategies to reach modern F1 fans, acknowledging their significant online presence and influence. Content creator Caroline Smith echoed this sentiment, highlighting the pivotal role content creators play in…

McLaren has introduced revisions to the MCL39 Formula 1 car’s floor and rear brake duct inlet for the British Grand Prix to enhance aerodynamic performance. Currently leading the constructors’ championship by 207 points, McLaren is focusing on solidifying its defense of the teams’ title with additional developments as the season progresses. The updated floor and brake inlet aim to improve flow conditioning, distribution of suction, aerodynamic advantage, and cooling efficiency for the car’s rear end. Red Bull has also brought floor updates to Silverstone for added stability and pressure distribution…