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Red Bull duo Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda were separated by just under six tenths of a second in the first stage of qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix, with Tsunoda being eliminated in last place. Tsunoda expressed frustration over his lack of speed, stating that he felt his laps were cleaner but still not fast enough. Despite trying various setup changes, Tsunoda couldn’t find the right balance in his RB21, leading to performance issues and handling complaints throughout the weekend. Red Bull has prioritized providing upgrades to Verstappen, potentially…

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Lewis Hamilton criticized the mandatory development of new wings in Formula 1 despite minimal balance differences, following more stringent wing flex tests at the Spanish Grand Prix. Before the Barcelona race, there were expectations that McLaren and Mercedes would close the performance gap with Red Bull and Ferrari due to the new front wings. The FIA introduced a 5mm reduction in wing flex for Spain, ending a controversy that started last season. During qualifying, McLaren surprised by locking the front row, showcasing the minimal impact of the new wings on…

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Oscar Piastri secured pole position at the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix, defeating his McLaren team-mate Lando Norris in a thrilling final run of Q3. Piastri’s excellent second sector was key to his pole-winning lap of 1m11.546s, putting him ahead of Norris. Max Verstappen and George Russell shared the second row, with Verstappen finishing ahead. Lewis Hamilton outperformed his replacement, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, to secure fifth place. Pierre Gasly and Isack Hadjar also had strong performances, finishing in the top 10. However, the biggest surprise came from Yuki Tsunoda, who…

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Due to heavy rain, Formula E’s Shanghai E-Prix schedule for Sunday is being altered to ensure the safety of the event. Maximilian Guenther won the first race of the weekend, securing a victory for DS Penske at the Shanghai International Circuit. Heavy rain is forecast for Sunday, prompting a change in schedule with Free Practice 3 and qualifying moved earlier. If rain affects FP3 or qualifying, starting grid positions will be based on the results from the second practice session on Saturday. Formula E is considering the introduction of a…

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Oscar Piastri led McLaren to a clean sweep of Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix practice by topping FP3 at Barcelona. The session started slow, with little action due to the midday heat. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Mercedes’ George Russell initially showed strong pace, but Max Verstappen then set the fastest time with a strong final sector. McLaren’s Lando Norris faced porpoising issues but managed to secure second place, with Piastri comfortably taking the top spot. The session saw solid performances from Leclerc, Russell, and Verstappen, while Isack Hadjar impressed with…

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Max Verstappen recently obtained a specific FIA license required for endurance races like the Le Mans 24 Hours. He falls under the platinum category, the highest of all FIA license levels, due to his Formula 1 superlicense. Verstappen applied for the license ahead of the F1 Spanish Grand Prix and joked about appealing for a silver license instead. The current licensing system by the FIA aims to ensure fair competition in championships with multiple drivers, especially in endurance racing. With the FIA license, Verstappen can theoretically compete in events like…

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Mercedes driver George Russell sarcastically remarked that the new measures clearly slowed down McLaren significantly, portraying a sense of satisfaction. The focus ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix was overwhelmingly on the issue of aero-elasticity, dominating discussions and media coverage. The tightening of regulations by the FIA to monitor wing flexibility further fueled the debate among top teams, particularly Red Bull, which accused McLaren of exploiting aerodynamic advantages. Despite high expectations, McLaren maintained its pace during the practice sessions, leaving many disappointed by the lack of immediate changes following the…

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Rajah Caruth secured his first victory of the 2025 season and second of his career, holding off Corey Heim and Layne Riggs at Nashville in an intense final few laps. He took the lead during a pit stop after the second stage, giving credit to his pit crew for the win. Heim, the most successful driver of the season with four wins, praised Caruth for his stellar performance and race management. Layne Riggs finished a close third, with Daniel Hemric and Corey Day rounding out the top five positions. The…

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