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Krack: Alonso was “master of the situation” in F1 Dutch GP

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“It was an important race for the team and the Spanish driver as they achieved their first podium since June. Alonso started the race in fifth and made good progress to reach third place. However, a wheelgun failure during a pit stop cost him valuable time. He managed to regain second place and set the fastest lap while chasing down Sergio Perez. In the end, he finished 3.7 seconds behind race winner Max Verstappen. Alonso demonstrated control and skill throughout the challenging race, and the team’s hard work on improving…

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Zandvoort F1 pits to be extended by six garages for 2024

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The tight pitlane and small main paddock have been identified as the main issues affecting the Dutch Grand Prix. Changes are being made to secure the event’s future and accommodate potential expansion of the F1 grid. The FIA allowed drivers to start behind the safety car on intermediates rather than wets to avoid a rush into the pits. The short pitlane led to complications during pit stops, with limited space for double stacking. AlphaTauri was the only team to double stack, resulting in a penalty for Liam Lawson. Next year,…

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Horner: Verstappen 'no robot' dealing with F1 Dutch GP pressure

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The Dutch Grand Prix returned to the F1 calendar in 2021 due to the immense popularity of Max Verstappen, who has a large fan base of orange-clad Dutch supporters that follow him to races across Europe. Verstappen did not disappoint his home fans, winning the Dutch GP three times and displaying superb control and resilience under pressure. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner acknowledged the weight of expectation on Verstappen’s shoulders and the intense pressure he faced, especially with the presence of the royal family at the race. Despite challenging…

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10 things we learned from the 2023 F1 Dutch Grand Prix

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Max Verstappen’s victory in the 2023 Dutch Grand Prix showcased his ability to adapt to changing circumstances and perform under pressure. Despite facing a challenge from other drivers who made better tire strategy calls, Verstappen fought his way back to claim the win. The race also saw a resurgence for Aston Martin, while McLaren and Mercedes made questionable strategy decisions. Ferrari continued to struggle, and Williams made headlines throughout the weekend. Verstappen’s win now puts him equal with Sebastian Vettel’s record of nine consecutive wins, and he has the opportunity…

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10 things we learned at the 2023 Dutch Grand Prix

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Max Verstappen’s victory at the 2023 Dutch Grand Prix showcased his ability to adapt to changing circumstances and entertain his home fans. Despite facing challenges from other drivers, such as Sergio Perez, who made better strategic decisions, Verstappen fought back to secure the win. The race also saw a resurgence for Aston Martin and poor strategy calls from McLaren and Mercedes. Ferrari continued to struggle, while Williams made headlines throughout the weekend. Verstappen’s ninth consecutive win puts him on par with Sebastian Vettel’s 2013 record, and he now looks to…

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Ocon: Pirelli F1 wet “not the right tyre at any moment”

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Esteban Ocon, the French driver for Alpine, expressed his dissatisfaction with the choice of wet tires during the race, stating that it was the wrong tire at any moment. He believed that if the conditions were suitable for wet tires, a red flag would likely be issued, which did happen eventually. Ocon finished in 10th place and gained a point, but he believed he could have performed better. He lost ground at the start and had to pit later than desired due to the team’s tire strategy. Ocon questioned the…

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