Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Eight-part Ecclestone documentary series coming from Senna producer | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the RaceFans Round-up: Eight-part Ecclestone documentary series coming from Senna producer • VeeKay returns at Mid-Ohio • McLaren SP want third full-time IndyCar next year

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COTA adding 20,000 more fans with growing US interest - PlanetF1

The Circuit of the Americas has plans to welcome an extra 20,000 fans through the gates for the 2021 United States Grand Prix.

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Domenicali: Quality of F1 grid now ‘much higher’ - PlanetF1

Upon returning to Formula 1, the series' CEO Stefano Domenicali has noticed that there are now more drivers of a high standard.

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Exclusive: Domenicali’s faith in new fuels, new race formats and optimism for F1’s future | RacingLines - RaceFans

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali is certain the new Sprint race format won't turn off traditional fans and believes the sport's future is "very strong".

Read more: Exclusive: Domenicali’s faith in new fuels, new race formats and optimism for F1’s future | RacingLines - RaceFans

Alpine praises Alonso for not throwing "hissy fits" after tough F1 start - Motorsport.com

Two-time world champion Alonso returned to F1 after two seasons away in 2021, linking up with Alpine for a third stint at the Enstone-based squad.
Alonso struggled in the early part of the campaign, scoring points in just two of his opening five races and failing to match teammate Esteban Ocon’s qualifying form.
But the Spaniard has recently bounced back by scoring points in each of the ...Keep reading

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Clutch issue could see teams skip Silverstone practice - PlanetF1

Several teams have voiced their concerns about clutch use heading into the first running of sprint qualifying at Silverstone - with the possibility of needing to skip practice as a result.

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Alpine praises Alonso for not throwing "hissy fits" after tough F1 start - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Two-time world champion Alonso returned to F1 after two seasons away in 2021, linking up with Alpine for a third stint at the Enstone-based squad.
Alonso struggled in the early part of the campaign, scoring points in just two of his opening five races and failing to match team-mate Esteban Ocon’s qualifying form.
But the Spaniard has recently bounced back by scoring points in each of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Alpine praises Alonso for not throwing "hissy fits" after tough F1 start - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alpine praises Alonso for not throwing "hissy fits" after tough F1 start - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Two-time world champion Alonso returned to F1 after two seasons away in 2021, linking up with Alpine for a third stint at the Enstone-based squad.
Alonso struggled in the early part of the campaign, scoring points in just two of his opening five races and failing to match team-mate Esteban Ocon’s qualifying form.
But the Spaniard has recently bounced back by scoring points in each of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Alpine praises Alonso for not throwing "hissy fits" after tough F1 start - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Dropped Albon finding it ‘difficult to watch’ F1 races - PlanetF1

While still closely involved in the Red Bull operation, Alex Albon is not finding it easy watching Formula 1 races from the sidelines.

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How teams have pushed the boundaries with F1 pitstops - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Concerned that teams had started to automate some of their processes, given the consistency at which the two-second stationary time was being met and even beaten, the FIA issued a technical directive that will take hold from the Hungarian Grand Prix.
The directive takes a swipe at the pitstop equipment and specifically a clause in the technical regulations – ...Keep reading

Read more: How teams have pushed the boundaries with F1 pitstops - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

How teams have pushed the boundaries with F1 pitstops - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Concerned that teams had started to automate some of their processes, given the consistency at which the two-second stationary time was being met and even beaten, the FIA issued a technical directive that will take hold from the Hungarian Grand Prix.
The directive takes a swipe at the pitstop equipment and specifically a clause in the technical regulations – ...Keep reading

Read more: How teams have pushed the boundaries with F1 pitstops - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Igora Drive to get "exciting" expansion ahead of F1 debut in 2023 - Motorsport.com

Last week it was announced the Russian Grand Prix would switch in 2023 from Sochi to the Igora Drive venue near St. Petersburg, on a Hermann Tilke-designed circuit. 
The newly built track is part of the Igora ski resort some 50km north of St Petersburg towards the Finnish border, nestled in between the Gulf of Finland and the scenic Lake Ladoga. 
The Igora Drive circuit, which ...Keep reading

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Ferrari were almost at RB, Mercedes pace levels - PlanetF1

Carlos Sainz was impressed with the speed of Ferrari in Styria, saying they'd progressed to being almost on the pace of Red Bull and Mercedes.

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Igora Drive to get "exciting" expansion ahead of 2023 Russian F1 GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Last week it was announced the Russian Grand Prix would switch in 2023 from Sochi to the Igora Drive venue near St. Petersburg, on a Hermann Tilke-designed circuit. 
The newly built track is part of the Igora ski resort some 50km north of St Petersburg towards the Finnish border, nestled in between the Gulf of Finland and the scenic Lake Ladoga. 
The Igora Drive circuit, which ...Keep reading

Read more: Igora Drive to get "exciting" expansion ahead of 2023 Russian F1 GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Igora Drive to get "exciting" expansion ahead of 2023 Russian F1 GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Last week it was announced the Russian Grand Prix would switch in 2023 from Sochi to the Igora Drive venue near St. Petersburg, on a Hermann Tilke-designed circuit. 
The newly built track is part of the Igora ski resort some 50km north of St Petersburg towards the Finnish border, nestled in between the Gulf of Finland and the scenic Lake Ladoga. 
The Igora Drive circuit, which ...Keep reading

Read more: Igora Drive to get "exciting" expansion ahead of 2023 Russian F1 GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Binotto: Ferrari can't think F1 tyre problems solved after Styrian GP pace - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Just a week on from a nightmare race in France, where Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr slumped outside the points, both drivers were encouraged by the form showed at the Red Bull Ring.
Leclerc charged from near the back of the field at the end of the first lap to finish seventh in a performance he said was one of the best of his career, while Sainz was upbeat after finishing one place ...Keep reading

Read more: Binotto: Ferrari can't think F1 tyre problems solved after Styrian GP pace - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Binotto: Ferrari can't think F1 tyre problems solved after Styrian GP pace - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Just a week on from a nightmare race in France, where Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr slumped outside the points, both drivers were encouraged by the form showed at the Red Bull Ring.
Leclerc charged from near the back of the field at the end of the first lap to finish seventh in a performance he said was one of the best of his career, while Sainz was upbeat after finishing one place ...Keep reading

Read more: Binotto: Ferrari can't think F1 tyre problems solved after Styrian GP pace - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alfa Romeo still unsure if Raikkonen will stay in 2022 - PlanetF1

Alfa Romeo are still not sure if Kimi Raikkonen will be staying with the team for another season in 2022 and are awaiting his decision.

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How teams have pushed the boundaries with F1 pitstops - Motorsport.com

Concerned that teams had started to automate some of their processes, given the consistency at which the two-second stationary time was being met and even beaten, the FIA issued a technical directive that will take hold from the Hungarian Grand Prix.
The directive takes a swipe at the pitstop equipment and specifically a clause in the technical regulations – ...Keep reading

Read more: How teams have pushed the boundaries with F1 pitstops - Motorsport.com

Will it be Max attack again at the Red Bull Ring? - PlanetF1

All eyes are on Austria once again as Formula 1 returns to the Red Bull Ring, and World Championship leader Max Verstappen will be looking for his third race win in a row.

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Alonso: F1 rule to ‘improve the show’ helps the big teams | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Fernando Alonso says Formula 1's qualifying rules favour the quickest teams by giving them the opportunity to start the race on harder tyres than those around them.

Read more: Alonso: F1 rule to ‘improve the show’ helps the big teams | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Bottas receives vote of confidence from Allison - PlanetF1

Mercedes technical director James Allison has said Valtteri Bottas is "worthy of his place" alongside Lewis Hamilton at the Silver Arrows.

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Softer tyres, better race, different winner? Five Austrian GP talking points | 2021 Austrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Will Red Bull sustain their winning run at home as drivers have to cope with softer rubber for this weekend's race?

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Ferrari take sides in Mercedes-Red Bull engine row - PlanetF1

Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto has sided with Red Bull in their argument with Mercedes over the performance of the Honda engine.

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Flat-out Styrian GP showed how far behind McLaren really are – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Austria showed full scale of McLaren's deficit - Seidl • Sainz hails "most complete race" since joining Ferrari • Rosenqvist and Ferrucci return

Read more: Flat-out Styrian GP showed how far behind McLaren really are – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Formula 1 announce sprint qualifying sponsor - PlanetF1

Formula 1 have announced cryptocurrency website Crypto.com will sponsor the three sprint qualifying races in 2021, as well as partnering the sport for the remainder of the season.

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How secret cosmetics chemical is helping Red Bull's F1 charge - Motorsport.com

In particular, the straightline speed boost that has been witnessed since the arrival of Honda's second power unit at the French GP has left Mercedes chasing answers about why it can no longer keep up.
Red Bull has brushed off any talk that Honda's newer power units feature any performance upgrades, which would not be allowed in the regulations.
Instead, it points to other factors that have ...Keep reading

Read more: How secret cosmetics chemical is helping Red Bull's F1 charge - Motorsport.com

Merc question if ‘wacky direction’ threw them off - PlanetF1

Mercedes' Andrew Shovlin says the team's "wacky direction with the set-up" of the W12 may have been their downfall at the Styrian GP.

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'Mazespin' gift shows Mazepin not 'miserable young man' says Haas - Motorsport.com

With the young Russian driver having taken on the nickname of ‘Mazespin’ inside the team after his run of incidents this year, Steiner made a surprise presentation on race morning at last weekend's Styrian Grand Prix.
He handed Mazepin a special spinning top and base, and then joked: “It's the Mazespin game. You spin this one: it is better than spinning the car!"
Mazepin laughed as he ...Keep reading

Read more: 'Mazespin' gift shows Mazepin not 'miserable young man' says Haas - Motorsport.com

Ferrari: Mercedes distracted by lack of team stability - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With Red Bull having taken its fourth consecutive F1 victory at the Styrian Grand Prix to extend its lead in the title battles, Mercedes is facing a challenge to improve its car in order to not let the championships slip from its grasp.
But while the clear progress that Red Bull is making with its RB16B car has been important in allowing Max Verstappen to stretch his advantage, Ferrari team ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: Mercedes distracted by lack of team stability - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ferrari: Mercedes distracted by lack of team stability - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With Red Bull having taken its fourth consecutive F1 victory at the Styrian Grand Prix to extend its lead in the title battles, Mercedes is facing a challenge to improve its car in order to not let the championships slip from its grasp.
But while the clear progress that Red Bull is making with its RB16B car has been important in allowing Max Verstappen to stretch his advantage, Ferrari team ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: Mercedes distracted by lack of team stability - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

FIA would have investigated Bottas pitlane spin without complaint - Motorsport.com

Mercedes driver Bottas spun his car while exiting the team's pit box in second practice at the Red Bull Ring last Friday, having attempted to pull away in second gear to reduce wheelspin.
Bottas avoided hitting anything or anyone when spinning, and was assisted by nearby mechanics from McLaren to turn the car around and manage to get out on-track.
But McLaren team manager Paul James was also ...Keep reading

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Mercedes distracted by lack of stability, says Ferrari - Motorsport.com

With Red Bull having taken its fourth consecutive F1 victory at the Styrian Grand Prix to extend its lead in the title battles, Mercedes is facing a fight to improve its car if it is not to let the championships slip from its grasp.
But while the clear progress that Red Bull is making with its RB16B car has been important in allowing Max Verstappen to stretch his advantage, Ferrari team ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes distracted by lack of stability, says Ferrari - Motorsport.com

Masi adamant drivers ‘want physical limits’ - PlanetF1

Michael Masi has defended F1's use of car-breaking kerbs at the Paul Ricard circuit, revealing the drivers "want physical limits".

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FIA would have investigated Bottas pitlane spin without McLaren complaint - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes driver Bottas spun his car while exiting the team’s pitbox in second practice at the Red Bull Ring last Friday, having attempted to pull away in second gear to reduce wheelspin.
Bottas avoided hitting anything or anyone when spinning, and was assisted by nearby mechanics from McLaren to turn the car around and manage to get out on-track.
But McLaren team manager Paul James was ...Keep reading

Read more: FIA would have investigated Bottas pitlane spin without McLaren complaint - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

FIA would have investigated Bottas pitlane spin without McLaren complaint - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes driver Bottas spun his car while exiting the team’s pitbox in second practice at the Red Bull Ring last Friday, having attempted to pull away in second gear to reduce wheelspin.
Bottas avoided hitting anything or anyone when spinning, and was assisted by nearby mechanics from McLaren to turn the car around and manage to get out on-track.
But McLaren team manager Paul James was ...Keep reading

Read more: FIA would have investigated Bottas pitlane spin without McLaren complaint - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Williams ‘not messing around, doing it properly’ - PlanetF1

George Russell has applauded Williams for "doing it properly", saying he expects a "big change" in the team's form next season.

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Interview: Kubica on F1’s 2022 revolution, Ferrari’s power gains and his Le Mans debut | Interview - RaceFans

Back in the F1 paddock with Alfa Romeo last weekend, Robert Kubica told RaceFans about his experience of the new 18-inch tyres and Ferrari's improved 2021 power unit.

Read more: Interview: Kubica on F1’s 2022 revolution, Ferrari’s power gains and his Le Mans debut | Interview - RaceFans

Hamilton’s contract talks ‘moving along well’ - PlanetF1

Following last year's delayed talks, Lewis Hamilton could have a new Mercedes deal wrapped up before this August's summer break.

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Monday, June 28, 2021

Igora Drive building new track extension for first F1 race in 2023 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

An extension is being built to the Igora Drive circuit near St Petersburg ahead of its first Russian Grand Prix in 2023.

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Horner: Next Merc-inspired TD will be for bathroom breaks - PlanetF1

Christian Horner has hit out at F1's new TDs, saying "they" are so focused on Red Bull that bathroom breaks will be the next thing governed.

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Nissany to replace Russell in Austrian FP1 session - F1technical.net

Williams Racing has announced that Roy Nissany, the team’s Test Driver, will make his third FP1 appearance of the season at the Austrian Grand Prix, with George Russell returning to the car for FP2.

Read more: Nissany to replace Russell in Austrian FP1 session - F1technical.net

Hamilton’s calls for upgrades set to be ignored - PlanetF1

Lewis Hamilton has appealed to his Mercedes team for the W12 to be upgraded - but fears his plea will fall on deaf ears.

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Ferrari concerned Paul Ricard tyre woe could recur at Silverstone and Hungaroring | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ferrari fear tyre woe at Silverstone and Hungaroring • Vettel's Styrian GP "boring" • No safety concerns over Schumacher's seat problem

Read more: Ferrari concerned Paul Ricard tyre woe could recur at Silverstone and Hungaroring | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Austrian Grand Prix 2021: Time, TV channel, live stream - PlanetF1

The show goes on at the Red Bull Ring as we complete the second part of the Austrian double-header. Here's all you need to know...

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Zhou’s FP1 debut for Alpine a ‘dream come true’ - PlanetF1

Formula 2 Championship leader Guanyu Zhou says his first FP1 outing for Alpine at the Austrian Grand Prix is "like a dream coming true".

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Mazepin thinks he is ‘just a carrot to be caught’ - PlanetF1

Nikita Mazepin said his "heavy car" compared to Mick Schumacher's Haas made him "just a carrot to be caught" in Styria on Sunday.

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2021 Austrian Grand Prix TV Times | 2021 Austrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

It's race week! Formula 1 stays at the Red Bull Ring for the Austrian Grand Prix with W Series plus Formula 3. IndyCar's season continues at Mid-Ohio.

Read more: 2021 Austrian Grand Prix TV Times | 2021 Austrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Brundle: Verstappen now title favourite over Hamilton? - SkySports F1

Max Verstappen and Red Bull are fast becoming the favourites for this year's Formula 1 championships.

Read more: Brundle: Verstappen now title favourite over Hamilton? - SkySports F1

Bottas was ‘rallying’ at Styrian GP on worn-out tyres - PlanetF1

Valtteri Bottas had very little left in his tyres as he desperately tried to hold on to P3 at the Styrian Grand Prix.

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Red Bull "can't believe" Mercedes won't bring more F1 updates - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes revealed after its defeat in the Styrian Grand Prix that it has turned off development work on its 2021 car so it can throw all its resources on to its 2022 challenger.
With Lewis Hamilton having urged his team after the race on Sunday to try to bring some upgrades to the car, the situation appears to heavily favour Red Bull's title ambitions right now.
However, Red Bull team boss ...Keep reading

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Red Bull "can't believe" Mercedes won't bring more F1 updates - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes revealed after its defeat in the Styrian Grand Prix that it has turned off development work on its 2021 car so it can throw all its resources on to its 2022 challenger.
With Lewis Hamilton having urged his team after the race on Sunday to try to bring some upgrades to the car, the situation appears to heavily favour Red Bull's title ambitions right now.
However, Red Bull team boss ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull "can't believe" Mercedes won't bring more F1 updates - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull "can't believe" Mercedes won't bring more F1 updates - Motorsport.com

Mercedes revealed after its defeat in the Styrian Grand Prix that it has turned off development work on its 2021 car so it can throw all its resources on to its 2022 challenger.
With Lewis Hamilton having urged his team after the race on Sunday to try to bring some upgrades to the car, the situation appears to heavily favour Red Bull's title ambitions right now.
However, Red Bull team boss ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull "can't believe" Mercedes won't bring more F1 updates - Motorsport.com

Verstappen burnout celebration will 'not be tolerated' again - SkySports F1

Formula 1 race director Michael Masi warned championship leaders Red Bull on Sunday that any repeat of Max Verstappen's finish line victory tyre burnout at the Styrian Grand Prix would not be tolerated.

Read more: Verstappen burnout celebration will 'not be tolerated' again - SkySports F1

Why Russell should remain upbeat despite ‘hurt’ of Styria F1 DNF - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Russell produced a stunning display in qualifying on Saturday to finish 11th, coming within eight-thousandths of a second of a Q3 berth, but he moved into the top 10 anyway thanks to Yuki Tsunoda’s grid penalty.
Early contact between Pierre Gasly and Charles Leclerc promoted Russell into eighth early on, and he held onto the position well. He was the leading midfield runner on mediums ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Russell should remain upbeat despite ‘hurt’ of Styria F1 DNF - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Why Russell should remain upbeat despite ‘hurt’ of Styria F1 DNF - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Russell produced a stunning display in qualifying on Saturday to finish 11th, coming within eight-thousandths of a second of a Q3 berth, but he moved into the top 10 anyway thanks to Yuki Tsunoda’s grid penalty.
Early contact between Pierre Gasly and Charles Leclerc promoted Russell into eighth early on, and he held onto the position well. He was the leading midfield runner on mediums ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Russell should remain upbeat despite ‘hurt’ of Styria F1 DNF - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Driver ratings from the Styrian Grand Prix - PlanetF1

The Styrian Grand Prix may not have lived up to the hype, but there were still plenty of good performances to admire at the Red Bull Ring.

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Mercedes investigating if "wacky" set-up led to Styria struggles - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen scored Red Bull’s fourth consecutive victory in Austria, as Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas were left to settle for second and third place respectively.
Verstappen led every single lap and rarely looked troubled at the front of the pack, with Hamilton saying after the race that it was “impossible” to keep up. He had fallen over 17 seconds behind ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes investigating if "wacky" set-up led to Styria struggles - Motorsport.com

Mercedes investigating if ‘wacky’ set-up contributed to Styrian GP struggles - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Max Verstappen scored Red Bull’s fourth consecutive victory as Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas were left to settle for second and third place, respectively.
Verstappen led every single lap and rarely looked troubled at the front of the pack, with Hamilton saying after the race that it was “impossible” to keep up. He had fallen over 17 seconds behind before a late ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes investigating if ‘wacky’ set-up contributed to Styrian GP struggles - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes investigating if ‘wacky’ set-up contributed to Styrian GP struggles - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Max Verstappen scored Red Bull’s fourth consecutive victory as Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas were left to settle for second and third place, respectively.
Verstappen led every single lap and rarely looked troubled at the front of the pack, with Hamilton saying after the race that it was “impossible” to keep up. He had fallen over 17 seconds behind before a late ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes investigating if ‘wacky’ set-up contributed to Styrian GP struggles - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Horner doesn’t believe Mercedes won’t upgrade W12 - PlanetF1

Mercedes claim there are no more upgrades planned for the W12, but Red Bull boss Christian Horner is not buying it.

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No need to investigate collision between Leclerc and Gasly – Masi | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Formula 1 race director Michael Masi says there was no need to investigate the contact between Charles Leclerc and Pierre Gasly which ended the AlphaTauri driver's race.

Read more: No need to investigate collision between Leclerc and Gasly – Masi | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Wolff finds Red Bull’s engine power defence ‘weird’ - PlanetF1

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has questioned why Christian Horner and Red Bull are being overly defensive about claims concerning their Honda power.

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Sunday, June 27, 2021

‘Wacky set-up direction’ may have hurt Mercedes’ race pace | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

A "radical" change in set-up developed by Lewis Hamilton in Mercedes' simulator may explain their deficit to Red Bull in the Styrian Grand Prix.

Read more: ‘Wacky set-up direction’ may have hurt Mercedes’ race pace | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Verstappen extends lead with Hamilton-esque win on Red Bull’s home ground | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix review - RaceFans

Max Verstappen stuck his Red Bull on pole and drove away from the competition, beating Lewis Hamilton in a style familiar from the Mercedes driver's many title wins.

Read more: Verstappen extends lead with Hamilton-esque win on Red Bull’s home ground | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix review - RaceFans

Conclusions from the Styrian Grand Prix - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen is now 18 points clear of Lewis Hamilton in the F1 World Championship - here are our conclusions from the Styrian Grand Prix.

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Hamilton's stark assessment after Red Bull inflict new blow - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton concedes Mercedes have not currently "got an answer" to the speed of Red Bull and must "find some performance from somewhere" after being beaten for the fourth race in succession by their championship rivals at the Styrian GP.

Read more: Hamilton's stark assessment after Red Bull inflict new blow - SkySports F1

Ferrari hasn’t solved Paul Ricard problem despite better race – Sainz | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ferrari hasn't solved Paul Ricard problem despite better race - Sainz • Fix track limits with gravel - Stroll • Ferrari and McLaren out of Alpine's reach

Read more: Ferrari hasn’t solved Paul Ricard problem despite better race – Sainz | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Leclerc’s first-lap collision left Gasly ‘on two wheels’ - PlanetF1

Pierre Gasly was the victim of a racing incident that ended his Styrian Grand Prix before it had properly got going.

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‘Difficult to stand out’ in tight midfield – Vettel - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel said it was tough for him to show his potential in the Styrian Grand Prix, with the majority of cars running at equal pace.

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Ricciardo on 'disheartening' glitch | Leclerc's mixed emotions - SkySports F1

Reaction from across the grid to Sunday's Styrian GP on a day of ups and downs for the Ferrari and McLaren drivers.

Read more: Ricciardo on 'disheartening' glitch | Leclerc's mixed emotions - SkySports F1

Verstappen explains brief brake issue during Styrian GP - Motorsport.com

Verstappen led every lap at the Red Bull Ring to score his fourth win of the year and record back-to-back victories for the first time in his F1 career.
Verstappen crossed the line 35 seconds clear of title rival Lewis Hamilton in second place, having led by more than 17 seconds prior to Hamilton's late stop to pick up the fastest lap bonus point.
The only moments of concern in Verstappen's ...Keep reading

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Things to know ahead of the Styrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

After the frenetic French Grand Prix last Sunday, teams are drivers find themselves at the middle station of the first triple-header of the 2021 FIA Formula One World Championship with the Styrian Grand Prix playing host to Round 8 of the season.

Read more: Things to know ahead of the Styrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

The "curveball" offered by F1's mid-season change of Pirelli tyres - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Tyres have played a critical role during 2021, not least in the delicate competitive balance between Mercedes and Red Bull. Thus a change for the 10th race of the season that potentially makes a lot of valuable knowledge obsolete is not a small matter.
As of now nobody, including Pirelli and the teams, knows how the change will play out. The new tyres have not been run on track, and won’t be ...Keep reading

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The "curveball" offered by F1's mid-season change of Pirelli tyres - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Tyres have played a critical role during 2021, not least in the delicate competitive balance between Mercedes and Red Bull. Thus a change for the 10th race of the season that potentially makes a lot of valuable knowledge obsolete is not a small matter.
As of now nobody, including Pirelli and the teams, knows how the change will play out. The new tyres have not been run on track, and won’t be ...Keep reading

Read more: The "curveball" offered by F1's mid-season change of Pirelli tyres - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Pit stop row shows teams are partly to blame for F1’s over-regulation | News Focus - RaceFans

F1 is at risk of becoming an over-regulated, 'nanny state' sport as reams of new rules are written in response to teams' attempts to one-up each other.

Read more: Pit stop row shows teams are partly to blame for F1’s over-regulation | News Focus - RaceFans

Ferrari puzzled by DRS zone deficit at Styrian GP - Motorsport.com

Leclerc bounced back from his nightmare race in France to qualify seventh in Austria but, despite a near perfect lap, he was left frustrated by an almost "scary" gap of over 0.3s to McLaren's Lando Norris, who was fourth.
Teammate Carlos Sainz struggled with a lack of front-end grip, and had to settle for 12th on the grid.
"We're actually very happy with my lap," said Leclerc. "I put ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari puzzled by DRS zone deficit at Styrian GP - Motorsport.com

One-stop strategy is forecast for the Styrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Formula One's sole tyre manufacturer Pirelli expects the Styrian Grand Prix to become a race dictated by the one-stop strategy, although the rain that is forecast for the afternoon could overwrite the calculations.

Read more: One-stop strategy is forecast for the Styrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Ferrari want FIA talks, not Technical Directives - PlanetF1

Ferrari sporting director Laurent Mekies wants the FIA to talk to teams before making changes, rather than new Technical Directives introduced “out of the blue”.

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Vasseur: Governing F1 via technical directives "not the right way" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The FIA informed teams ahead of this weekend’s Styrian Grand Prix that it would be moving to slow down pitstop times on safety grounds from next month’s race in Hungary, forcing teams to remove some automated procedures.
The move was made on safety grounds and welcomed by some teams, but Red Bull - the fastest team in the pits this season - called the decision ...Keep reading

Read more: Vasseur: Governing F1 via technical directives "not the right way" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Vasseur: Governing F1 via technical directives "not the right way" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The FIA informed teams ahead of this weekend’s Styrian Grand Prix that it would be moving to slow down pitstop times on safety grounds from next month’s race in Hungary, forcing teams to remove some automated procedures.
The move was made on safety grounds and welcomed by some teams, but Red Bull - the fastest team in the pits this season - called the decision ...Keep reading

Read more: Vasseur: Governing F1 via technical directives "not the right way" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Hamilton: 'I I need to bring my A game. End of story' - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton says he will need to "bring my A game" to Sunday's race to try and defeat Red Bull's Max Verstappen after his title rival claimed another pole position for the Styrian GP.

Read more: Hamilton: 'I I need to bring my A game. End of story' - SkySports F1

Governing F1 via technical directives 'not right' - Vasseur - Motorsport.com

The FIA informed teams ahead of this weekend’s Styrian Grand Prix that it would be moving to slow down pitstop times on safety grounds from next month’s race in Hungary, forcing teams to remove some automated procedures.
The move was made on safety grounds and welcomed by some teams, but Red Bull - the fastest team in the pits this season - called the decision ...Keep reading

Read more: Governing F1 via technical directives 'not right' - Vasseur - Motorsport.com

Alonso: Hamilton ‘never was unbeatable’ - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso says Lewis Hamilton was never unbeatable – but is glad Max Verstappen has ended the “monotony” of Mercedes dominance.

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The potentially crucial differences in how Bottas and Perez help their team mates | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have both needed their team mates to win this year, but one seems more eager to help than the other.

Read more: The potentially crucial differences in how Bottas and Perez help their team mates | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Wolff selling off his private Ferrari collection - PlanetF1

Mercedes team principal and co-owner Toto Wolff has confirmed that he will be selling off his collection of Ferrari cars.

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Williams preparing backup plan in case Mercedes sign Russell | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Williams is making contingency plans to hire a replacement for George Russell if Mercedes offer their junior driver a place at the world championship winning outfit.

Read more: Williams preparing backup plan in case Mercedes sign Russell | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Pirelli set to test new rear tyres - F1technical.net

Formula One's sole tyre manufacturer Pirelli has announced at the Red Bull Ring that it will test a new rear construction of tyre in free practice at the Austrian Grand Prix.

Read more: Pirelli set to test new rear tyres - F1technical.net

Saturday, June 26, 2021

Horner not impressed with Hamilton’s pace theories - PlanetF1

Christian Horner has not taken too kindly to some of Lewis Hamilton's theories about where Red Bull's pace has been coming from during the 2021 season.

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Formula 1 Styrian Grand Prix – How to watch, start time & more - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen will start Red Bull's home race from pole position after topping qualifying by just under two tenths of a second.
The Dutchman's main championship rival Lewis Hamilton will line up alongside him in second in the lead Mercedes, with an impressive Lando Norris (McLaren) and Sergio Perez (Red Bull) forming the second row.
Valtteri Bottas qualified second but will start fifth ...Keep reading

Read more: Formula 1 Styrian Grand Prix – How to watch, start time & more - Motorsport.com

Alonso “never once blamed the car or team” for early struggles at Alpine | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Alonso "never once blamed the car or team" for early struggles at Alpine • AlphaTauri admit error over Tsunoda penalty • Chadwick has "mixed emotions" after W Series opener

Read more: Alonso “never once blamed the car or team” for early struggles at Alpine | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Perez’s surprise strategy gives Red Bull another line of attack against Hamilton | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

Max Verstappen has Lewis Hamilton right behind him again, but Sergio Perez's unexpected strategy gives Red Bull an extra card to play.

Read more: Perez’s surprise strategy gives Red Bull another line of attack against Hamilton | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

Mick hoped to be in Q2 contention in Styria - PlanetF1

Mick Schumacher said he hoped to have been closer to the pack in Styrian Grand Prix qualifying, but a small error on his final lap cost him a chance of Q2.

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Ocon’s Q1 exit ‘obviously not acceptable’ - PlanetF1

Esteban Ocon was mystified as to why he could not muster the pace to even advance to Q2 at the Styrian Grand Prix.

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Williams are having their most competitive weekend for five years | Lap time watch: 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

George Russell nearly reached Q3 as Williams posted their most competitive performance since the same race five years - and 99 grands prix - earlier.

Read more: Williams are having their most competitive weekend for five years | Lap time watch: 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Russian GP to move to St Petersburg from 2023 - SkySports F1

The Russian Grand Prix will move from Sochi to St Petersburg from the 2023 season.

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Horner: Hamilton's Red Bull F1 theories not based on 'reality' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With Red Bull and Mercedes locked in an ultra-tight fight for this year’s F1 championship, the scrutiny on the strengths and weaknesses of both their cars has increased dramatically.
Hamilton has fuelled intrigue about what Red Bull are doing this year with several remarks related to the team and car: including its ‘bendy’ rear wing, the early removal of tyre blankets and its straightline ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner: Hamilton's Red Bull F1 theories not based on 'reality' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Horner: Hamilton's Red Bull F1 theories not based on 'reality' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With Red Bull and Mercedes locked in an ultra-tight fight for this year’s F1 championship, the scrutiny on the strengths and weaknesses of both their cars has increased dramatically.
Hamilton has fuelled intrigue about what Red Bull are doing this year with several remarks related to the team and car: including its ‘bendy’ rear wing, the early removal of tyre blankets and its straightline ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner: Hamilton's Red Bull F1 theories not based on 'reality' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Tsunoda plans to follow Gasly’s “clever” approach to avoid qualifying crashes | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Yuki Tsunoda says he needs to follow his team mate's approach to qualifying after his crashes in the last two rounds.

Read more: Tsunoda plans to follow Gasly’s “clever” approach to avoid qualifying crashes | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Capito thinks Russell would be "quite happy" to stay at Williams - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Russell has starred for Williams since making his F1 debut with the team in 2019 despite its on-track struggles, but is out of contract at the end of the season.
Mercedes has worked with Russell as one of its junior drivers since 2017, and is known to be considering him for a promotion up to its senior F1 squad for next year.
Lewis Hamilton is widely expected to sign a new deal with ...Keep reading

Read more: Capito thinks Russell would be "quite happy" to stay at Williams - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Capito thinks Russell would be "quite happy" to stay at Williams - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Russell has starred for Williams since making his F1 debut with the team in 2019 despite its on-track struggles, but is out of contract at the end of the season.
Mercedes has worked with Russell as one of its junior drivers since 2017, and is known to be considering him for a promotion up to its senior F1 squad for next year.
Lewis Hamilton is widely expected to sign a new deal with ...Keep reading

Read more: Capito thinks Russell would be "quite happy" to stay at Williams - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Igora Drive to become new home of Russian Grand Prix - PlanetF1

Igora Drive will replace Sochi as the new official home of the Russian Grand Prix from the 2023 season and beyond.

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F1 Russian Grand Prix set to move to Igora Drive from 2023 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 staged its first world championship grand prix in Russia in 2014 at the Sochi Autodrom, but was known to be considering a move away from the Black Sea resort in the near future.
The Igora Drive circuit on the outskirts of St Petersburg obtained an FIA Grade 1 licence required to host F1 last year after opening in 2019. The track is 4.086km long and has 15 corners.
In a statement issued on ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Russian Grand Prix set to move to Igora Drive from 2023 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 Russian Grand Prix set to move to Igora Drive from 2023 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 staged its first world championship grand prix in Russia in 2014 at the Sochi Autodrom, but was known to be considering a move away from the Black Sea resort in the near future.
The Igora Drive circuit on the outskirts of St Petersburg obtained an FIA Grade 1 licence required to host F1 last year after opening in 2019. The track is 4.086km long and has 15 corners.
In a statement issued on ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Russian Grand Prix set to move to Igora Drive from 2023 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Russian Grand Prix set to move to Igora Drive from 2023 - Motorsport.com

F1 staged its first world championship grand prix in Russia in 2014 at the Sochi Autodrom, but was known to be considering a move away from the Black Sea resort in the near future.
The Igora Drive circuit on the outskirts of St Petersburg obtained an FIA Grade 1 licence required to host F1 last year after opening in 2019. The track is 4.086km long and has 15 corners.
In a statement issued on ...Keep reading

Read more: Russian Grand Prix set to move to Igora Drive from 2023 - Motorsport.com

2022 team-mate will not dictate Hamilton talks - PlanetF1

The question of which driver will partner Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes in 2022 will not play a part in his own contract talks, according to Toto Wolff.

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Igora Drive to replace Sochi as home of Russian Grand Prix | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

The Igora Drive circuit near St Petersburg will replace Sochi Autodrom as the home of the Russian Grand Prix from 2023.

Read more: Igora Drive to replace Sochi as home of Russian Grand Prix | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Wolff ‘often’ thought of leaving F1 in 2020 - PlanetF1

Mercedes team principal and co-owner Toto Wolff revealed that he "often" thought about walking away from Formula 1 in 2020.

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Red Bull drivers sport special helmets for team’s home race | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix F1 drivers' helmet designs - RaceFans

Max Verstappen has the names of Austria's two world champions on his helmet, while Sergio Perez's lid also nods towards his team's home race.

Read more: Red Bull drivers sport special helmets for team’s home race | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix F1 drivers' helmet designs - RaceFans

Marko accuses Mercedes of stealing RB’s pit-stop edge - PlanetF1

Dr Helmut Marko has accused Mercedes of trying to "steal" time gained by Red Bull in the pit lane this season.

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Friday, June 25, 2021

Styrian Grand Prix qualifying – Start time, how to watch, channel - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen topped both practice sessions on Friday in the run-up to Red Bull's home race, although Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton could have been quicker in FP2 had his fastest lap time not been deleted for a track limits infringement.
After Friday's running, Hamilton said Red Bull would be "hard to beat" in Austria, stressing that the Milton Keynes-based outfit could extend its advantage when it ...Keep reading

Read more: Styrian Grand Prix qualifying – Start time, how to watch, channel - Motorsport.com

Dan Fallows leaves Red Bull Racing - F1technical.net

Red Bull Racing has confirmed that its Head of Aerodynamics, Dan Fallows, will leave the Milton Keynes-based out, joining Aston Martin as Technical Director.

Read more: Dan Fallows leaves Red Bull Racing - F1technical.net

Perez needs to find “a couple of tenths” before qualifying | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Perez needs to find "a couple of tenths" before qualifying • Pit stop changes doesn't affect McLaren - Seidl • Powell takes W Series pole

Read more: Perez needs to find “a couple of tenths” before qualifying | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Alfa Romeo drivers need to be ‘smart’ to make Q3 - PlanetF1

Both Kimi Raikkonen and Antonio Giovinazzi have said Alfa Romeo need to be clever with their positioning in qualifying to make their way into Q3.

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The variables which could decide a close Styrian GP qualifying session | 2021 Styrian GP Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Qualifying for the Styrian Grand Prix looks set to be very close, and several variables will come into play during Saturday's decisive hour.

Read more: The variables which could decide a close Styrian GP qualifying session | 2021 Styrian GP Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Russell wants ‘less Mr Saturday, more Mr Sunday’ - PlanetF1

George Russell is looking to shake the tag of "Mr Saturday" for his qualifying performances, rather wanting to earn his first Williams points and become "Mr Sunday" instead.

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Pirelli expects small gaps between the three compounds - F1technical.net

Formula One's Italian tyre supplier Pirelli expects the weather to play an integral part in the remainder of the Styrian Grand Prix which can mitigate the value of today’s tyre analysis.

Read more: Pirelli expects small gaps between the three compounds - F1technical.net

Teams' reaction after Styrian GP practice day - F1technical.net

The opening day of the Styrian Grand Prix saw Lewis Hamilton set the fastest lap time, but the Briton lost his benchmark to track limits. In the end, championship leader Max Verstappen came out on top, although the weather conditions could mix things up in the remainder of the race weekend.

Read more: Teams' reaction after Styrian GP practice day - F1technical.net

How Ferrari is staying calm over an F1 tyre problem it can't yet solve - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Blame shifting, heads rolling, political manoeuvring – all that stuff would have happened back at Maranello after a race that saw both cars finish out of the points, one of them in a lowly 16th place.
However under Mattia Binotto's stewardship this is a new era at the Italian organisation. Helped by the presence of two extremely intelligent and level-headed drivers who are also the ultimate ...Keep reading

Read more: How Ferrari is staying calm over an F1 tyre problem it can't yet solve - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Turkish GP rejoins F1 calendar in latest 2021 change - SkySports F1

The Turkish GP at Istanbul Park has returned to the 2021 Formula 1 calendar in place of the cancelled Singapore event on October 3.

Read more: Turkish GP rejoins F1 calendar in latest 2021 change - SkySports F1

Live! FP1 updates from the Styrian Grand Prix - PlanetF1

The Formula 1 roadshow heads to Austria for the next two rounds. Follow all the latest action from the Red Bull Ring.

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Live: 2021 Styrian Grand Prix first practice | RaceFans Live - RaceFans

Follow the 2021 Styrian Grand Prix first practice session on RaceFans Live.

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Turkey replaces Singapore GP on 2021 F1 calendar - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 originally added the event at Istanbul Park as a replacement for the Canadian Grand Prix on 13 June, but was forced to postpone the race due to travel restrictions put in place by the UK government.
But following the cancellation of Singapore at the start of June, F1 has now brought Turkey back onto the schedule, announcing on Friday that it would be taking the early October slot.
The ...Keep reading

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Turkey replaces Singapore GP on 2021 F1 calendar - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 originally added the event at Istanbul Park as a replacement for the Canadian Grand Prix on 13 June, but was forced to postpone the race due to travel restrictions put in place by the UK government.
But following the cancellation of Singapore at the start of June, F1 has now brought Turkey back onto the schedule, announcing on Friday that it would be taking the early October slot.
The ...Keep reading

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F1 confirms return to Istanbul in place of cancelled Singapore GP | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Formula 1 will return to Istanbul Park in Turkey for the 16th round of the world championship in October, the championship as announced.

Read more: F1 confirms return to Istanbul in place of cancelled Singapore GP | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Turkey replaces Singapore GP on 2021 F1 calendar - Motorsport.com

F1 originally added the event at Istanbul Park as a replacement for the Canadian Grand Prix on 13 June, but was forced to postpone the race due to travel restrictions put in place by the UK government.
But following the cancellation of Singapore at the start of June, F1 has now brought Turkey back onto the schedule, announcing on Friday that it would be taking the early October slot.
The ...Keep reading

Read more: Turkey replaces Singapore GP on 2021 F1 calendar - Motorsport.com

How McLaren encouraged Norris to reach new heights - PlanetF1

McLaren boss Zak Brown has detailed Lando Norris' improvement at the team and how they have encouraged him to reach a whole new level.

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Styrian GP Practice One: Lewis vs Max reconvenes , Calendar news LIVE! - SkySports F1



Read more: Styrian GP Practice One: Lewis vs Max reconvenes , Calendar news LIVE! - SkySports F1

Verstappen calls for FIA to introduce front wing checks - Motorsport.com

After Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton noted Red Bull was running a "bendy wing" on the rear of the car at the Spanish Grand Prix last month, the FIA moved to clamp down on the rule loophole by introducing new rigidity tests from France onwards.
Red Bull regularly hit back at Mercedes throughout the debate about flexi-wings, saying that if its rear wing was facing scrutiny then the front wing of ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen calls for FIA to introduce front wing checks - Motorsport.com

Verstappen calls for FIA to introduce F1 front wing checks after clampdown - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton noted Red Bull was running a “bendy wing” on the rear of the car at the Spanish Grand Prix last month, the FIA moved to clamp down on the rule loophole by introducing new rigidity tests from France onwards.
Red Bull regularly hit back at Mercedes throughout the debate about flexi-wings, saying that if its rear wing was facing scrutiny then the front wing ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen calls for FIA to introduce F1 front wing checks after clampdown - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen calls for FIA to introduce F1 front wing checks after clampdown - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton noted Red Bull was running a “bendy wing” on the rear of the car at the Spanish Grand Prix last month, the FIA moved to clamp down on the rule loophole by introducing new rigidity tests from France onwards.
Red Bull regularly hit back at Mercedes throughout the debate about flexi-wings, saying that if its rear wing was facing scrutiny then the front wing ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen calls for FIA to introduce F1 front wing checks after clampdown - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

FIA intervene with new rule to slow down pit stops - PlanetF1

The FIA will introduce a new technical directive to force teams to slow down their pit stops as of the Hungarian GP.

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Styrian GP: Latest F1 technical developments direct from pitlane - Motorsport.com

...Keep reading

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Wolff cannot rule out Bottas being ‘sacrificed’ - PlanetF1

Toto Wolff has not ruled out Valtteri Bottas being “sacrificed” in the Drivers’ World Championship fight – but not until much later in the season.

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The likely impact of F1’s coming clampdown on ultra-quick pit stops | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Red Bull has set the standard for Formula 1 pit stops, so does it have the most to lose from new rules forcing teams to slow their tyre changes?

Read more: The likely impact of F1’s coming clampdown on ultra-quick pit stops | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Verstappen hoping ‘great’ Perez remains team-mate - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen thinks Sergio Perez has been "great" since joining Red Bull and hopes that he remains with the team.

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

Hamilton doesn’t see need to replace Bottas at Mercedes - PlanetF1

Lewis Hamilton says that he doesn't see the need for Mercedes to drop Valtteri Bottas at the end of the current season.

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French GP result was “solid” and “definitely needed” – Ricciardo | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ricciardo's progress at McLaren "needed" ∙ Asian F3 announces 2022 plans∙ Norris' confidence to maintain form

Read more: French GP result was “solid” and “definitely needed” – Ricciardo | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Alfa Romeo mark 111th birthday with special livery - PlanetF1

Alfa Romeo will celebrate their 111th birthday by sporting a "special tribute" on the livery of the C41s at the Styrian Grand Prix.

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Mexico 1990: Mansell reveals all on his greatest F1 overtake - Motorsport.com

The around-the-outside manoeuvre at Peraltada, one of F1’s most fearsome bends, showed bravery of the highest degree from Mansell, and incredible trust between him and his Austrian rival about going side-by-side through there.
Had their wheels interlocked, then it would have been an aircraft accident.
The moment played out on the penultimate lap of the Mexico race as Mansell in the Ferrari ...Keep reading

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Alonso: ‘Perfection’ needed to score points in Austria - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso says the midfield teams are going to need perfect weekends in Austria if they are to score points.

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Albon spending ’20 days a month’ in Red Bull sim - PlanetF1

Alex Albon has described his gruelling simulator schedule which has helped turn Red Bull into World Championship contenders this year.

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Montoya: Bottas needs quick Mercedes decision to ease pressure - Motorsport.com

Bottas is out of contract at the end of the 2021 season, and faces competition for his seat from Mercedes junior George Russell, who has spent the past three seasons racing for Williams.
Mercedes has made clear that it will not rush into a decision about its line-up for 2022, while Bottas has sought to ensure thoughts about his future do not distract him. 
Bottas has struggled in the ...Keep reading

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Montoya: Bottas needs quick decision on Mercedes future to ease pressure - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Bottas is out of contract at the end of the 2021 season, and faces competition for his seat from Mercedes junior George Russell, who has spent the past three seasons racing for Williams.
Mercedes has made clear that it will not rush into a decision about its line-up for 2022, while Bottas has sought to ensure thoughts about his future do not distract him. 
Bottas has struggled in the ...Keep reading

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Montoya: Bottas needs quick decision on Mercedes future to ease pressure - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Bottas is out of contract at the end of the 2021 season, and faces competition for his seat from Mercedes junior George Russell, who has spent the past three seasons racing for Williams.
Mercedes has made clear that it will not rush into a decision about its line-up for 2022, while Bottas has sought to ensure thoughts about his future do not distract him. 
Bottas has struggled in the ...Keep reading

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Alpine identify Alonso’s biggest improvement - PlanetF1

Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi believes Fernando Alonso is now finding the “consistency” he was lacking at the start of his Formula 1 comeback.

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Wet start expected for Styrian Grand Prix weekend | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

A rainy start to the Styrian Grand Prix weekend is forecast, but by race day conditions should be much drier and warmer.

Read more: Wet start expected for Styrian Grand Prix weekend | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

Verstappen: Past success in Austria no guarantee of 2021 wins - Motorsport.com

F1 will stage back-to-back races at the Red Bull Ring over the next two weekends, starting with the Styrian Grand Prix on 27 June before the Austrian Grand Prix on 4 July.
Red Bull has traditionally fared well at its home race, with Verstappen taking victory in both the 2018 and 2019 editions.
The Dutchman currently leads Lewis Hamilton by 12 points at the top of the drivers' championship ...Keep reading

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Verstappen: Past F1 success in Austria no guarantee of 2021 wins - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 will stage back-to-back races at the Red Bull Ring over the next two weekends, starting with the Styrian Grand Prix on 27 June before the Austrian Grand Prix on 4 July.
PLUS: Can Red Bull really win anywhere after toppling a Mercedes stronghold?
Red Bull has traditionally fared well at its home race, with Verstappen taking victory in both the 2018 and 2019 editions.
The Dutchman ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: Past F1 success in Austria no guarantee of 2021 wins - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen: Past F1 success in Austria no guarantee of 2021 wins - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 will stage back-to-back races at the Red Bull Ring over the next two weekends, starting with the Styrian Grand Prix on 27 June before the Austrian Grand Prix on 4 July.
PLUS: Can Red Bull really win anywhere after toppling a Mercedes stronghold?
Red Bull has traditionally fared well at its home race, with Verstappen taking victory in both the 2018 and 2019 editions.
The Dutchman ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: Past F1 success in Austria no guarantee of 2021 wins - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Rosberg sees Norris as a future World Champion - PlanetF1

Nico Rosberg is in no doubt Lando Norris has everything required to become a Formula 1 World Champion.

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Brown: Norris "as fast as anyone on the grid" in F1 right now - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Norris has finished inside the top five at all but one race so far this season, scoring podium finishes at Imola and Monaco to mark his best start to an F1 campaign.
The 21-year-old’s efforts have helped lift McLaren to third place in the constructors’ championship ahead of Ferrari, while his points haul leaves him fourth in the drivers’ standings.
Ricciardo joined McLaren at the start ...Keep reading

Read more: Brown: Norris "as fast as anyone on the grid" in F1 right now - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Brown: Norris "as fast as anyone on the grid" in F1 right now - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Norris has finished inside the top five at all but one race so far this season, scoring podium finishes at Imola and Monaco to mark his best start to an F1 campaign.
The 21-year-old’s efforts have helped lift McLaren to third place in the constructors’ championship ahead of Ferrari, while his points haul leaves him fourth in the drivers’ standings.
Ricciardo joined McLaren at the start ...Keep reading

Read more: Brown: Norris "as fast as anyone on the grid" in F1 right now - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Brown: Norris "as fast as anyone on the grid" in F1 right now - Motorsport.com

Norris has finished inside the top five at all but one race so far this season, scoring podium finishes at Imola and Monaco to mark his best start to an F1 campaign.
The 21-year-old’s efforts have helped lift McLaren to third place in the constructors’ championship ahead of Ferrari, while his points haul leaves him fourth in the drivers’ standings.
Ricciardo joined McLaren at the start ...Keep reading

Read more: Brown: Norris "as fast as anyone on the grid" in F1 right now - Motorsport.com

Max wouldn’t be ‘miserable’ if he never won a title - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen insists he is not driven by the desire to enjoy a Lewis Hamilton-style era of dominance in Formula 1.

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Ferrari confirms AWS as technical partner - F1technical.net

The Scuderia Ferrari Mission Winnow team has announced that it has entered into a new technical and commercial partnership with Amazon Web Services which will see the two parties work on a new fan engagement platform.

Read more: Ferrari confirms AWS as technical partner - F1technical.net

2021 Formula 1 Styrian Grand Prix session timings and preview - Motorsport.com

The Red Bull Ring is holding a double header for the second time in as many years due to the cancellation of the Turkish Grand Prix - itself a replacement event for the cancelled Canadian Grand Prix.
In contrast to last season, the first race will run under the Styrian Grand Prix banner on June 25-28, followed by the Austrian Grand Prix on July 2-4.
Red Bull head to its home races on the ...Keep reading

Read more: 2021 Formula 1 Styrian Grand Prix session timings and preview - Motorsport.com

Mercedes lost fastest lap chance awaiting Perez penalty - PlanetF1

Mercedes lost the chance to take an extra point for fastest lap in France as they were waiting to see if Sergio Perez would receive a penalty.

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Will Red Bull’s straight-line superiority deliver a home double? Five Styrian GP talking points | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Red Bull's superior straight-line speed makes them favourites for the upcoming two races at their home track. Here are the Styrian Grand Prix talking points.

Read more: Will Red Bull’s straight-line superiority deliver a home double? Five Styrian GP talking points | 2021 Styrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Details emerge of unusual Lewis-Max discussion - PlanetF1

Toto Wolff and Christian Horner’s fractious relationship is clearly not extending to drivers Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.

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McLaren drivers’ run-in at Paul Ricard was “on the limit” – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: McLaren drivers "on the limit" at Paul Ricard ∙ Nothing in it between Mercedes and Red Bull - Horner ∙ Ex-F1 technician attempts land-speed record

Read more: McLaren drivers’ run-in at Paul Ricard was “on the limit” – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

W Series begins move to team-based format for new season | W Series - RaceFans

All-female junior racing championship W Series will move to an entirely team-based format in 2022, and has sold six entries to owners this year.

Read more: W Series begins move to team-based format for new season | W Series - RaceFans

Sprint qualifying events could be doubled in 2022 - PlanetF1

Ross Brawn says the number of sprint qualifying events could double to six next season – and increase further still in future years.

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Berger wants Vettel to wear two hats with DTM - PlanetF1

Gerhard Berger is keen to lure Sebastian Vettel to DTM at the end of his F1 career – with the offer of a secondary, off-track role.

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Coulthard thinks Vettel sees him as an ‘enemy’ - PlanetF1

David Coulthard has revealed he and Sebastian Vettel are barely on speaking terms these days.

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Rosberg: Ricciardo in ‘unusual situation’ at McLaren - PlanetF1

Nico Rosberg is hoping Daniel Ricciardo can "find his feet" at McLaren, where he thinks the Aussie finds himself in an "unusual situation".

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Red Bull: French GP win disproves "accusations" over rear wing and tyre pressures - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen extended his lead at the top of the F1 drivers’ championship by charging to victory at Paul Ricard on Sunday, passing Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton for the lead on the penultimate lap.
Verstappen was joined on the podium by team-mate Sergio Perez, whose third-place finish helped Red Bull also pull further clear of Mercedes in the constructors’ standings. The gap stands at 37 ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull: French GP win disproves "accusations" over rear wing and tyre pressures - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull: French GP win disproves "accusations" over rear wing and tyre pressures - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen extended his lead at the top of the F1 drivers’ championship by charging to victory at Paul Ricard on Sunday, passing Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton for the lead on the penultimate lap.
Verstappen was joined on the podium by team-mate Sergio Perez, whose third-place finish helped Red Bull also pull further clear of Mercedes in the constructors’ standings. The gap stands at 37 ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull: French GP win disproves "accusations" over rear wing and tyre pressures - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Pirelli frustrated with continued criticism over tyres - PlanetF1

Pirelli have admitted the criticism they received after the tyre blowouts during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix has been “frustrating”.

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Red Bull: France win disproves rear wing and tyre ‘accusations’ - Motorsport.com

Verstappen extended his lead at the top of the F1 drivers’ championship by charging to victory at Paul Ricard on Sunday, passing Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton for the lead on the penultimate lap.
Verstappen was joined on the podium by teammate Sergio Perez, whose third-place finish helped Red Bull also pull further clear of Mercedes in the constructors’ standings. The gap stands at 37 ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull: France win disproves rear wing and tyre ‘accusations’ - Motorsport.com

Ferrari talking with PMI over new F1 deal despite dropping Mission Winnow logos - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

PMI famously enjoyed title sponsorship with Ferrari through its Marlboro brand from 1997 until a clampdown on tobacco sponsorship in the late 2000s.
But after PMI launched its Mission Winnow initiative with a view to a non-tobacco future in 2018, Ferrari ran with Mission Winnow sponsorship on its cars, as well as becoming the title sponsor starting in 2019.
The Mission Winnow branding has ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari talking with PMI over new F1 deal despite dropping Mission Winnow logos - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ferrari talking with PMI over new F1 deal despite dropping Mission Winnow logos - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

PMI famously enjoyed title sponsorship with Ferrari through its Marlboro brand from 1997 until a clampdown on tobacco sponsorship in the late 2000s.
But after PMI launched its Mission Winnow initiative with a view to a non-tobacco future in 2018, Ferrari ran with Mission Winnow sponsorship on its cars, as well as becoming the title sponsor starting in 2019.
The Mission Winnow branding has ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari talking with PMI over new F1 deal despite dropping Mission Winnow logos - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Latest Mick v Mazepin battle was just ‘hard racing’ - PlanetF1

Haas boss Guenther Steiner has said the latest battle between Mick Schumacher and Nikita Mazepin was just "hard racing" between the duo.

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The Mercedes-style F1 tweaks helping McLaren push forward - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The first of these changes was at the front of the MCL35M, as McLaren finally saw fit to adopt the chassis ‘horns’ that have been seen used by other teams for quite some time now.
The ones introduced by McLaren share a similarity with those used by Mercedes, rather than the multiple element variants seen elsewhere, such as at Ferrari or Alfa Romeo.
These winglets ...Keep reading

Read more: The Mercedes-style F1 tweaks helping McLaren push forward - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Mercedes-style F1 tweaks helping McLaren push forward - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The first of these changes was at the front of the MCL35M, as McLaren finally saw fit to adopt the chassis ‘horns’ that have been seen used by other teams for quite some time now.
The ones introduced by McLaren share a similarity with those used by Mercedes, rather than the multiple element variants seen elsewhere, such as at Ferrari or Alfa Romeo.
These winglets ...Keep reading

Read more: The Mercedes-style F1 tweaks helping McLaren push forward - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Styrian GP: When to watch on Sky as F1 heads to Austria - SkySports F1

Formula 1 heads to Austria this weekend for the first of two races at the Red Bull Ring circuit - with the Styrian Grand Prix all live on Sky Sports F1.

Read more: Styrian GP: When to watch on Sky as F1 heads to Austria - SkySports F1

The Mercedes-style tweaks helping McLaren push forward - Motorsport.com

The first of these changes was at the front of the MCL35M, as McLaren finally saw fit to adopt the chassis ‘horns’ that we’ve seen other teams use for quite some time now.
The ones introduced by McLaren share a similarity with those used by Mercedes, rather than the multiple element variants seen elsewhere, such as at Ferrari or Alfa Romeo.
These winglets help ...Keep reading

Read more: The Mercedes-style tweaks helping McLaren push forward - Motorsport.com

Can Mercedes strike back in enemy territory? - PlanetF1

Starting with the Styrian Grand Prix, the first double-header of the season is upon us, and it's taking place in Red Bull's own backyard.

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No ‘can’t fight Verstappen’ clause in Perez’s contract - PlanetF1

Sergio Perez has said there are no team orders for him to play second fiddle to Max Verstappen at Red Bull and they are free to fight.

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Wolff encouraged by ‘real progress’ from Bottas in French GP | 2021 French Grand Prix - RaceFans

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff says he saw genuine progress at the French Grand Prix from Valtteri Bottas, whose place at the team for next year is in doubt.

Read more: Wolff encouraged by ‘real progress’ from Bottas in French GP | 2021 French Grand Prix - RaceFans

Button: ‘This is the best Hamilton we’ve ever seen’ - PlanetF1

Jenson Button believes this season's Lewis Hamilton is the 'best we've seen" in Formula 1 as he is at his calmest and most confident.

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Red Bull’s French GP win disproves accusations over tyres and wings – Horner | 2021 French Grand Prix - RaceFans

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner says the team's victory in the French Grand Prix disproved any insinuations about their performance.

Read more: Red Bull’s French GP win disproves accusations over tyres and wings – Horner | 2021 French Grand Prix - RaceFans

Home comforts for Red Bull? Hamilton's F1 fear - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton fears Red Bull may be too quick for Mercedes on their "power-hungry" home track in Austria this weekend, although the title leaders have denied claims they have made a "huge step forward" with their Honda engine.

Read more: Home comforts for Red Bull? Hamilton's F1 fear - SkySports F1

Alonso: Alpine can take fight to Ferrari on high-degradation circuits | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Alpine can take fight to Ferrari on high-degradation circuits - Alonso • Mercedes "left points on the table" • Miami could move race downtown in future

Read more: Alonso: Alpine can take fight to Ferrari on high-degradation circuits | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

‘Mistake’ to promote prodigy Pourchaire too early - PlanetF1

Alfa Romeo team principal Fred Vasseur believes it would be a "mistake" for him to promote teenage prodigy Theo Pourchaire to Formula 1 too early.

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Norris excited to return to ‘special’ Spielberg - PlanetF1

Lando Norris called the Red Bull Ring a "special place" for him, having earned his first Formula 1 podium in Austria last season.

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New management gives Williams ‘different vibe’ - PlanetF1

Williams head of vehicle performance Dave Robson said there's now a "different vibe" within the team, now that a firm management structure is in place.

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Schumacher may need to "get his elbows out" in Mazepin fights - Motorsport.com

Just a fortnight on from being left furious at the way Mazepin had defended a position at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the pair had another run-in at Paul Ricard.
Schumacher was forced wide on to the run-off at Turn 3 early in the race after Mazepin made an aggressive dive down the inside to grab a position.
Reflecting on it afterwards to Sky Germany, Schumacher said he felt that Mazepin's ...Keep reading

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Mercedes’ French defeat due to strategy model defect - PlanetF1

Mercedes say an error from their strategy prediction model was the reason Max Verstappen pulled off the undercut on Lewis Hamilton. 

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The rear wing rethink defining F1's title battle - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With speed gains in any area now being enough to swing form one way or another, the two teams have been locked in a game of cat and mouse about set-up approaches.
Of particular focus has been downforce levels, and especially rear wing configurations, as both balance the right level of downforce needed against the drag and impact this will have on tyres for qualifying and the race.
The drama ...Keep reading

Read more: The rear wing rethink defining F1's title battle - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories