The FIA suspended Derek Warwick from FIA driver steward duties ahead of the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix due to unauthorized media comments he made about Max Verstappen’s penalty in Spain. Warwick, a former F1 driver, was replaced by Enrique Bernoldi following his suspension, which was announced Friday night. The reason for the suspension was Warwick publicly critiquing the stewards’ decision after the Spanish GP, commenting on Verstappen’s clash with George Russell. Warwick’s interview raised concerns as he shared opinions on a case he was not involved in, leading to…
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McLaren Unveils Visionary 2027 LMDh Show Car and Bold Plans for Trackday Model
McLaren has unveiled a full-scale model of the LMDh prototype for the World Endurance Championship, marking its return to top-flight sportscar racing. The Hypercar challenger is set to compete in the Hypercar class from 2027, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of McLaren’s victory at Le Mans with the F1 GTR. The organization also shared plans to offer a version of the LMDh for track-day use through Project Endurance, presenting an opportunity for customers to own an authentic Hypercar and participate in a two-year trackday program. The track-day car, powered by…
BővebbenRising Star Takaaki Nakagami Steps Up to the Challenge at Honda in Italian MotoGP!
Takaaki Nakagami will substitute the injured Luca Marini at the Italian Grand Prix in Mugello for the factory Honda squad. Marini is still recovering from a serious injury sustained during a test for the Suzuka 8 Hours in Japan. The Japanese team had initially raced with a single rider in Aragon due to a regulation allowance, but now they must appoint a replacement for Marini. Despite not being officially listed for the Italian GP, Nakagami is set to take Marini’s place, racing alongside teammate Joan Mir. Nakagami, who retired last…
BővebbenStrategic Conundrum: The Canadian GP Qualifying Quandary Unfolds on Soft and Medium Tyres
In preparation for the Canadian Grand Prix, Formula 1 drivers and teams are facing uncertainty in choosing the best tyre compound for qualifying in Montreal due to the introduction of the C6 compound and Pirelli’s aggressive tyre selection strategy. The softest grade of tyres, C6, is expected to offer more performance over a single lap, but with the small delta between C6 and C5 compounds, concerns arise about potential overheating on the softest rubber in higher temperatures during qualifying. Past races at Imola and Monaco have shown teams opting for…
BővebbenPrelude to Perseverance: McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri Overcome Adversity in Canadian Grand Prix
Lando Norris expressed disappointment with McLaren’s performance during the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, considering it their “worst Friday” of the season. McLaren struggled with pace during practice sessions, with Norris finishing seventh in the morning and second in FP2, while championship leader Oscar Piastri placed 14th and sixth. Despite bringing upgrades to Montreal, McLaren faced challenges putting together competitive laps and finding consistency on the difficult track. Norris acknowledged the need for improvement and mentioned possible reevaluation of the new parts added to the car for better performance. Both…
BővebbenFred Vasseur’s F1 Movie Cameo Sparks Speculation: Is a Career Change on the Horizon?
Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur joked about his role in the new Formula 1 film, mentioning he’s “looking for a new job”. Amid reports of fighting to keep his position, Vasseur criticized Italian media, stressing they deal with “people, not things”. Despite a small part in the F1 movie, Vasseur remains focused on Ferrari’s recent podium successes and the team’s need to improve. Rumors of his departure were deflected by support from drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. A potential future in Hollywood might complicate their shared vision for Ferrari’s success.…
BővebbenTop F1 Driver Steward Dropped from Canadian Grand Prix amid Controversy
Derek Warwick has been suspended from his duties as a steward for the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix due to controversial media interviews. The 70-year-old, with four grand prix podiums, was set to serve as a steward in Montreal but was suspended by the FIA. Warwick’s comments criticized current drivers like Lando Norris and Lance Stroll. The FIA released a statement confirming Warwick’s suspension and Enrique Bernoldi replacing him for the weekend. Warwick apologized for his remarks and is expected to return as a steward in the upcoming Austrian Grand…
BővebbenThe Unlikely Resurgence: How TikTok Propelled Max Verstappen to Redemption
Over the past few years, Max Verstappen has experienced an unexpected image transformation, partly thanks to TikTok. Initially viewed as the Formula 1 villain after his contentious 2021 world championship win and battles with Lewis Hamilton, Verstappen has since gained a loyal fan base and secured four titles. Despite some on-track incidents, particularly with George Russell, fans on social media, especially TikTok, continue to support Verstappen. His softer image is attributed to his genuine personality off the track, his fan interactions, and his focus on racing rather than drama, which…
BővebbenF1 Canadian GP: George Russell leads Lando Norris at the top in FP2
Mercedes driver George Russell topped second practice at Formula 1’s Canadian Grand Prix ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris, setting up an intriguing tyre choice for qualifying. Lance Stroll suffered terminal damage to his Aston Martin early on, interrupting the session. Russell’s medium tyre lap of 1m12.123s remained on top, highlighting a potential tyre strategy dilemma for qualifying. Norris ended up just 0.028s behind Russell, questioning which tyre compound would be optimal for one-lap performance. Among other notable performances, Fernando Alonso drew applause, while Max Verstappen made a timely recovery to…
BővebbenTodd Gilliland sets the fastest lap in Mexico City NASCAR Cup practice
NASCAR held two practice sessions on Friday at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City, with Cup drivers learning the road course. In the first session, there were incidents like Gragson hitting the wall, Ware and Hocevar spinning out, and McDowell setting the fastest lap. A shorter second session followed, with Gibbs having a wild spin and Gilliand clocking the fastest lap overall. Suarez, the only Mexican-born Cup driver, finished 12th in the first practice and ninth in the second. Bell, Chastain, and Buescher led the ten-lap average category. Gilliand expressed…
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