Formula-1 News: August 2021

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Lowndes to drive Dallara Formula 1 car - Motorsport.com - Vintage - Stories

The seven-time Bathurst 1000 winner will start the two-day sprint event as one of the outright favourites, the Dallara he'll be driving having won the event last year.
That was in the hands of circuit owner Sam Shahin who lapped the West layout in 1m13.542s in the decisive Top 10 Shootout.
While Lowndes is best known for his touring car work, he does have experience in powerful open-wheelers ...Keep reading

Read more: Lowndes to drive Dallara Formula 1 car - Motorsport.com - Vintage - Stories

FIA to consider F1 points rules change following Belgian GP criticism | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: FIA to consider F1 points rules change following Belgian GP criticism • F1 'furious over Hamilton comments' • Brown calls for Covid-19 restrictions to be eased

Read more: FIA to consider F1 points rules change following Belgian GP criticism | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monza’s Parabolica renamed in honour of Alboreto - PlanetF1

Monza’s famous Parabolica curve is to be renamed after the late Michele Alboreto, who raced for Ferrari in the mid-1980s.

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Domenicali: Record 22 races an ‘extraordinary’ feat - PlanetF1

Stefano Domenicali believes Formula 1 has achieved an “extraordinary” feat by scheduling 22 races this season – despite falling one short of the target.

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Cancelled Japanese GP brings cost-cap boost - PlanetF1

Formula 1 teams will benefit to the tune of $1.2m under the budget-cap rules due to the cancellation of the Japanese Grand Prix.

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Mercedes wants Bottas, Russell futures secured before announcement - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes has been weighing up for some time who will partner Hamilton at the team in 2022, considering current Williams driver Russell as a replacement for Bottas.
Russell has been part of Mercedes' young driver programme since 2017, and has starred throughout his time at Williams in F1 since debuting for the team in 2019.
Russell and Bottas were coy about any decision ahead of last ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes wants Bottas, Russell futures secured before announcement - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Russell to Merc, Bottas to Alfa, Kimi retires – report - PlanetF1

The Formula 1 rumour mill has been fired up again with French broadcaster Canal+ claiming Valtteri Bottas will replace Kimi Raikkonen at Alfa Romeo.

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Formula 1 teams set for $1.2 million cost cap bonus - Motorsport.com

The ongoing impact of the coronavirus pandemic has left F1 in a tricky situation of having to be flexible with its calendar over the second half of the year.
Although events in Singapore and Australia have had to be ditched because travel restrictions have made it impossible for them to go ahead, F1 chiefs were able to find replacements.
A second race in Austria was held in July to take one ...Keep reading

Read more: Formula 1 teams set for $1.2 million cost cap bonus - Motorsport.com

SC driver Maylander gives his version of events at Spa - PlanetF1

Formula 1's Safety Car driver Bernd Maylander confirmed that conditions had worsened at Spa by time time he headed out for a second stint.

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F1 championship standings after Belgian GP - SkySports F1

F1 Gossip: Russell 'the only decision' for Mercedes - SkySports F1

George Russell is the obvious choice for Mercedes to partner Lewis Hamilton next season, says F1 chief Ross Brawn.

Read more: F1 Gossip: Russell 'the only decision' for Mercedes - SkySports F1

Verstappen: F1 should start races earlier after long wait at Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen was declared the winner of the race at Spa-Francorchamps following almost three hours of delays because of heavy rain, limiting the field to completing just two full laps behind the safety car that counted towards the race.
By meeting the minimum two-lap distance requirement for a grand prix, half points could be awarded, with Verstappen scoring 12.5 points for ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: F1 should start races earlier after long wait at Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen: F1 should start races earlier after long wait at Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

How wet weather complicated F1 wing choices in Belgium - Motorsport.com

The more technical middle portion of the circuit is sandwiched between two high- speed sectors that in normal conditions require the teams to make a trade-off between downforce and drag levels.
But with the long straights good for overtaking, most edge towards a lower downforce rear wing arrangement. They take the gains that come from this in the faster parts of the circuit, then deal with the ...Keep reading

Read more: How wet weather complicated F1 wing choices in Belgium - Motorsport.com

Gasly: F1 should address spray issue after poor visibility at Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Visibility rather than potential loss of control was the major reason why Sunday’s Belgian GP could not be run, with drivers reporting that they couldn’t see the red lights of the cars ahead even when running at safety car speeds.
The race was stopped after the two laps necessary to qualify it for points had been completed.
“Unfortunately, I don't think there was any other option ...Keep reading

Read more: Gasly: F1 should address spray issue after poor visibility at Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Gasly: F1 should address spray issue after poor visibility at Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen met with Masi after Q3 red flag issues - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen said he had a meeting with race director Michael Masi after Lando Norris' crash in Q3 at the Belgian GP.

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Verstappen: F1 should start races earlier after long wait at Spa - Motorsport.com

Verstappen was declared the winner of the race at the Spa following almost three hours of delays because of heavy rain, limiting the field to completing just two full laps behind the safety car that counted towards the race.
By meeting the minimum two-lap distance requirement for a grand prix, half points could be awarded, with Verstappen scoring 12.5 points for victory.
The ...Keep reading

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Why Pirelli hasn’t produced special ‘Zandvoort tyres’ again | 2021 F1 Season - RaceFans

Having produced special tyres for Formula 1's cancelled return to Zandvoort in 2020, Pirelli hasn't done so this year.

Read more: Why Pirelli hasn’t produced special ‘Zandvoort tyres’ again | 2021 F1 Season - RaceFans

‘Albon is Williams’ first choice’ for 2022 – report - PlanetF1

Alexander Albon is high on Williams' list of drivers to replace George Russell if he moves to Mercedes, a report has claimed.

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Honda call for engine part regulation changes - PlanetF1

Honda want a regulation change introduced that would allow the engine parts damaged in Max Verstappen's Silverstone crash to be replaced.

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Little for F1 to learn from “freak day” at Spa – Wolff | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

While Lewis Hamilton called the Belgian GP a "farce" and demanded refunds, his team principal saw little to learn from the event.

Read more: Little for F1 to learn from “freak day” at Spa – Wolff | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Brundle: Russell arrival will cause Hamilton ‘friction’ - PlanetF1

Ex-F1 driver Martin Brundle believes George Russell would undoubtedly create "friction" if he joined Mercedes.

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Monday, August 30, 2021

I would have insisted Belgian GP start went ahead – Ecclestone | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: I would have insisted Belgian GP start went ahead - Ecclestone • Mercedes kart star moves to cars • Grosjean tipped for Andretti move • Ilott teases announcement

Read more: I would have insisted Belgian GP start went ahead – Ecclestone | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

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

After 35 years away, the Dutch Grand Prix, held at Zandvoort, is finally returning to the Formula 1 calendar.

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Seidl: ‘Only 100% guarantee of racing is indoors’ - PlanetF1

McLaren principal Andreas Seidl says the FIA made all the right decisions in their attempts to get racing underway at the Belgian GP.

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Domenicali admits weather radar failed F1 in Belgium - PlanetF1

Formula 1 president and CEO Stefano Domenicali said the weather radar had not predicted the severity of the rain in Belgium.

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Remember when: Schumacher and Coulthard clashed at soaking Spa - Motorsport.com

Going into the Belgian Grand Prix, McLaren’s Mika Hakkinen led the championship by seven points, with only Ferrari’s Michael Schumacher and David Coulthard (Hakkinen’s teammate) still in title contention with him.
There was drama right from the start, as Coulthard crashed in soaking wet conditions, sparking a huge multi-car shunt on the downhill run towards Eau Rouge that took out 13 cars ...Keep reading

Read more: Remember when: Schumacher and Coulthard clashed at soaking Spa - Motorsport.com

F1 set for talks over rule changes after Belgian GP "farce" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

While the FIA and F1 race director Michael Masi have been commended for not pushing on and allowing racing in the dangerous wet conditions at Spa on Sunday, there is unease about the way a result was declared and points handed out after just three laps behind a safety car.
World champion Lewis Hamilton was one of many drivers to express his unhappiness about the situation, suggesting F1 had put ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 set for talks over rule changes after Belgian GP "farce" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Awarding points for Belgian GP “a joke” says fifth-placed Vettel | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Handing out points for the Belgian Grand Prix was "a joke", says Sebastian Vettel, while Carlos Sainz Jnr feels he didn't deserve points either.

Read more: Awarding points for Belgian GP “a joke” says fifth-placed Vettel | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Money not a factor in late attempt to start Belgian GP – Domenicali | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali rejected Lewis Hamilton's claim the late attempt to start the Belgian Grand Prix was made for financial reasons.

Read more: Money not a factor in late attempt to start Belgian GP – Domenicali | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Red Bull admit they are ‘not proud’ of Belgium win - PlanetF1

Red Bull's driver programme boss Helmut Marko says Belgium 2021 will not be on their highlight reel of Formula 1 victories.

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Verstappen wins a race which never happened as F1 puts safety first | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix review - RaceFans

Formula 1 took the correct decision not to risk racing in dire conditions at Spa, but courted controversy by handing out points for its Safety Car parade.

Read more: Verstappen wins a race which never happened as F1 puts safety first | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix review - RaceFans

Hamilton wants F1 to pay it back with ‘free’ Spa race - PlanetF1

Declaring that the fans were "robbed of a race" at Spa, Lewis Hamilton says Formula 1 should give them a "free" event to make up for it.

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Sunday, August 29, 2021

Conclusions from the ‘Belgian Grand Prix’ - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen was the winner on an afternoon most F1 fans would rather forget. Here are our conclusions from the Belgian Grand Prix...

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F1 right not to race given risk of “big accident” – Sainz | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: F1 right not to race given risk of "big accident" - Sainz • Spa and F1 'disappointed' for fans • Ricciardo would race without his salary

Read more: F1 right not to race given risk of “big accident” – Sainz | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Williams: Creating race classification was fair choice - PlanetF1

Williams team boss Jost Capito has defended the decision to generate a race classification behind the Safety Car in Belgium.

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Norris felt fight for top position could’ve been possible - PlanetF1

Lando Norris said he would have loved to race in the rain at Spa, as he felt he could have competed at the sharp end of the field.

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Alonso slates “shocking” decision to give points for “non-race” at Spa | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Fernando Alonso joined critics of Formula 1's decision to award points despite no racing laps being completed at Spa-Francorchamps.

Read more: Alonso slates “shocking” decision to give points for “non-race” at Spa | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

2021 Belgian Grand Prix championship points | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton leads the drivers championship by three points from Max Verstappen after this weekend's race.

Read more: 2021 Belgian Grand Prix championship points | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton: Belgian Grand Prix was 'a farce' - BBC F1

Lewis Hamilton criticises the Belgian Grand Prix as 'a farce' and accused Formula 1 of cynicism in the way it ran the rain-hit race.

Read more: Lewis Hamilton: Belgian Grand Prix was 'a farce' - BBC F1

Hamilton questions Belgian Grand Prix as ‘money talks’ - PlanetF1

Lewis Hamilton praised the soaked fans for sticking it out in Belgium, and hopes they will be rewarded with a refund.

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2021 Belgian Grand Prix in pictures | F1 Pictures - RaceFans

The 2021 Belgian Grand Prix in pictures.

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Red Bull relief at Verstappen engine penalty delay - PlanetF1

Christian Horner was relieved Red Bull had decided against taking an engine penalty for Max Verstappen at the Belgian Grand Prix.

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F1 chief Domenicali refutes Hamilton’s ‘money talks’ jibe - PlanetF1

Stefano Domenicali has denied Lewis Hamilton's claim that the Belgian Grand Prix was restarted for financial reasons.

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Russell embraces 'strange' first podium in '17th fastest car' - SkySports F1

George Russell admitted his maiden F1 podium was "strange" but said that "doesn't matter" after the Williams star's qualifying heroics essentially clinched his race second place on a wet and weird Belgian GP on Sunday.

Read more: Russell embraces 'strange' first podium in '17th fastest car' - SkySports F1

F1 CEO Domenicali reacts to calls for refunds as Hamilton brands Belgian GP a “farce” | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali responded to calls for spectators at Spa-Francorchamps to be compensated for today's drastically shortened, rain-hit race.

Read more: F1 CEO Domenicali reacts to calls for refunds as Hamilton brands Belgian GP a “farce” | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Alonso: ‘Shocking’ half-points an ‘early Christmas’ - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso was left dumbfounded by the decision to award points for the two-lap long Belgian Grand Prix.

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F1 CEO Domenicali: No commercial pressure to start Belgian GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After a long delay due to the wet conditions the event eventually started behind the safety car, but it was then stopped after just three laps. That was enough to ensure that half World Championship points could be awarded to the top 10.
Some observers have suggested that F1 wanted the race to officially start in order to ensure that the commercial deal with the Spa promoter was fulfilled, and ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 CEO Domenicali: No commercial pressure to start Belgian GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 CEO Domenicali: No commercial pressure to start Belgian GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 CEO Domenicali: No commercial pressure to start Belgian GP - Motorsport.com

Norris ‘frustrated and annoyed’ but happy for Russell - PlanetF1

Lando Norris was “frustrated and annoyed” after crashing out in qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix as he could have “easily” bagged pole position. Instead he rode in an ambulance to the hospital while his compatriot George Russell put a Williams up onto the first row of the grid. Norris was the driver to beat […]

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After a weekend of shunts, F1 drivers welcome plan to change Raidillon run-off | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Formula 1 drivers are keen to see Spa's plans to alter the run-off at Raidillon after three crashes at the corner already this weekend.

Read more: After a weekend of shunts, F1 drivers welcome plan to change Raidillon run-off | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Binotto challenges Mick to earn 2023 Ferrari seat - PlanetF1

Mattia Binotto has said that Mick Schumacher's goal should be to earn himself a Ferrari seat for the 2023 campaign.

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Hamilton: Mercedes F1 car was a "handful" in wet weather at Spa - Motorsport.com

Unpredictable wet weather for this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix has complicated matters for the drivers regarding the typical downforce-level balance needed to set the fastest times through Spa’s long, straight-heavy first and final third, and the more technical middle sector.
Motorsport.com sources suggested after practice on Friday that with the difficulty of predicting when it ...Keep reading

Read more: Hamilton: Mercedes F1 car was a "handful" in wet weather at Spa - Motorsport.com

Breakthrough win, champion’s re-signed – there’s just one snag for Alpine | News Focus - RaceFans

F1's newest race winners re-signed their world champion and had a good Le Mans, but not all news is good for Alpine at the moment.

Read more: Breakthrough win, champion’s re-signed – there’s just one snag for Alpine | News Focus - RaceFans

‘Prudence, not pig-headedness, will win the title’ - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen needs to use his head and show caution rather than bravery if he wants to beat Lewis Hamilton to this year's World title.

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Saturday, August 28, 2021

Hamilton not more ‘wary than at beginning of year’ - PlanetF1

The second-half of 2021 is underway, but Lewis Hamilton does not now feel more "wary" of battling on-track with title rival Max Verstappen.

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‘Bottas not so good at races, but ideal team-mate’ - PlanetF1

Karun Chandhok says Valtteri Bottas is "not" that good when it comes to races, but Paul di Resta feels that makes him an "ideal" team-mate.

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

Red Bull's Max Verstappen starts the race from pole position ahead of Williams driver George Russell, who starred in Saturday's qualifying to claim a spot on the front row.
Championship leader Lewis Hamilton will line up third in the lead Mercedes, with McLaren's Daniel Ricciardo joining him on the second row.
Ricciardo's teammate Lando Norris suffered a huge shunt in the final part of ...Keep reading

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

Russell backs De Vries but F1 move ‘not that simple’ - PlanetF1

Nyck de Vries has the "speed and attitude" to be in F1 but George Russell concedes it is "not that simple" breaking into the sport.

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Steiner ‘very happy’ to see Grosjean’s IndyCar success - PlanetF1

Haas team principal Guenther Steiner is happy to see former driver Romain Grosjean performing well in IndyCar, after moving away from Formula 1.

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Vettel: Aero explains why drivers quickly ditch full-wet tyres for intermediates | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Aero explains why drivers quickly ditch full wet tyres - Vettel • Alpine may be better in race trim - Ocon • Hard to protect rear tyres on drying track - Doohan

Read more: Vettel: Aero explains why drivers quickly ditch full-wet tyres for intermediates | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Latifi: Best F1 qualy could have been better still - PlanetF1

While Nicholas Latifi qualified a career-best P12 at Spa, he felt getting into Q3 was a real possibility for him.

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Hamilton’s other ‘team mate’ is key wildcard for potentially wild race | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

George Russell is likely to race Max Verstappen ahead harder than Lewis Hamilton behind. But Red Bull have banked a potentially key tyre advantage.

Read more: Hamilton’s other ‘team mate’ is key wildcard for potentially wild race | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

2021 Belgian Grand Prix qualifying day in pictures | F1 Pictures - RaceFans

Pictures from qualifying and final practice for the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix.

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Max not buying ‘P2 better at Spa’ theory this time - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen insisted pole position was the best place to be when the Belgian Grand Prix is threatened by rain.

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Teams' reaction after the dramatic Spa qualifying session - F1technical.net

Teams and drivers might have recharged their batteries during the three-week summer break, and that was really needed today as the second day of the Belgian Grand Prix presented treacherous conditions. Red Bull's Max Verstappen claimed his 6th pole position in the 2021 F1 season, but it has been probably his most difficult to achieve so far this year given the trying and tiring conditions at Spa.

Read more: Teams' reaction after the dramatic Spa qualifying session - F1technical.net

Perez couldn’t see through Hamilton’s spray in Q3 - PlanetF1

Sergio Perez said his vision was hampered in the final part of qualifying as he ramped up for his final flying laps, too close to Lewis Hamilton ahead.

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Strategy almost unpredictable for the Belgian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Strategy is usually difficult to predict at the Belgian Grand Prix given the complex nature of the track and that might be the case tomorrow as well as the continuous rain showers expected for Sunday might force teams to react on the unpredictable conditions rather than sticking to their calculations.

Read more: Strategy almost unpredictable for the Belgian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

‘Something not quite right’ with off-colour Ferrari - PlanetF1

Carlos Sainz admitted that something was "not quite right" on Saturday, after both Ferrari drivers qualified outside the top 10 at Spa.

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Norris could have “easily" fought for F1 pole before Spa crash - Motorsport.com

Norris was fastest in both Q1 and Q2 before he hit the barrier at the top of Raidillon at the start of a soaking wet Q3 session, which Aston Martin's Sebastien Vettel had moments earlier said should have been stopped due to standing water.
The incident brought out a red flag and led to a long delay while Norris was taken to hospital for checks, including an x-ray on his elbow. He has been ...Keep reading

Read more: Norris could have “easily" fought for F1 pole before Spa crash - Motorsport.com

Norris could have “easily" fought for F1 pole before Spa crash - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Paddock Diary: Belgian Grand Prix part one | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

F1's planned changes to its 2021 calendar are set to be revealed to teams today. Dieter Rencken brings the latest from the paddock at Spa-Francorchamps.

Read more: Paddock Diary: Belgian Grand Prix part one | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Colombo avenges lost win with victory in rain-lashed Spa F3 race | Formula 3 - RaceFans

Lorenzo Colombo avenged his lost victory in Budapest with a lights-to-flag victory in streaming wet conditions at Spa.

Read more: Colombo avenges lost win with victory in rain-lashed Spa F3 race | Formula 3 - RaceFans

Live: 2021 Belgian Grand Prix third practice | RaceFans Live - RaceFans

Follow the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix third practice session on RaceFans Live.

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Practice Three: Wet start to Belgian GP Saturday LIVE! - SkySports F1

Capito: Williams will need more points to win fight for P8 - Motorsport.com

Williams picked up its first F1 points in two years at the Hungarian Grand Prix before the summer break as Nicholas Latifi and George Russell finished seventh and eighth.
The 10-point haul marked Williams’ biggest score in a single race since 2017, and lifted the team above Alfa Romeo to eighth place in the constructors’ standings.
After finishing the past three seasons at the bottom of ...Keep reading

Read more: Capito: Williams will need more points to win fight for P8 - Motorsport.com

Ferrari changes Leclerc's F1 chassis after Belgian GP FP2 crash damage - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Leclerc spun out during second practice at Spa on Friday afternoon, losing control of his car at Les Combes and hitting the barrier on the left-hand side of the track.
It left the Ferrari with damage to its front and left-hand side of the car that the team worked to repair overnight, only to find that it could not complete the fixes on the existing chassis quickly.
Ferrari confirmed in a ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari changes Leclerc's F1 chassis after Belgian GP FP2 crash damage - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 plans to cut calendar to 22 rounds and add race in Qatar | 2021 F1 calendar - RaceFans

Formula 1 is planning to reduce the number of races which will be held this year from 23 to 22 and add one new round in Qatar at the end of the season.

Read more: F1 plans to cut calendar to 22 rounds and add race in Qatar | 2021 F1 calendar - RaceFans

Gasly happy with AT, not expecting a surprise - PlanetF1

Pierre Gasly is not expecting any surprises in his near future, hinting towards remaining with AlphaTauri for 2022.

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New chassis for Leclerc after Spa crash - PlanetF1

Charles Leclerc will have a new chassis from third practice onwards after the Monégasque driver crashed on Friday afternoon at Spa.

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Will Alonso’s helmet camera become a regular F1 feature? - Motorsport.com

For years there has been a debate about on-board cameras, and how accurately they portray the actual experience of driving a car. Many regard the current roll-hoop viewpoint as being just too artificial, and not representative – a lap of Monaco with Ayrton Senna from 30 years ago looks so much more dramatic.
The view from Alonso’s car was truly spectacular stuff, capturing every bump and ...Keep reading

Read more: Will Alonso’s helmet camera become a regular F1 feature? - Motorsport.com

Mercedes ‘afraid’ Honda has one to two tenths in hand - PlanetF1

Toto Wolff is "afraid" Honda were playing it safe at Spa on Friday and that the Red Bulls still have a "one to two tenths" in hand.

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Hamilton ‘loyal’ to Bottas but decision is Wolff’s - PlanetF1

Lewis Hamilton concedes his "loyalty" to Valtteri Bottas may not be enough to save the Finn's race seat as that decision is Toto Wolff's.

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Red Bull seeking F1 race seat for Albon in 2022 | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Red Bull are looking to place Alexander Albon at a Formula 1 team next year after confirming their driver line-up for 2022.

Read more: Red Bull seeking F1 race seat for Albon in 2022 | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

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

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen led Friday practice in Belgium with a 1m44.472s, but finished less than a tenth of a second ahead of Mercedes duo Valtteri Bottas and Lewis Hamilton.
Sergio Perez set his fastest time on medium tyre and was classified 10th, hours after securing a new contract extension with Red Bull for 2022.
The title fight is finely poised heading to Spa, with Hamilton ...Keep reading

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

Friday, August 27, 2021

Verstappen: Have guilty party foot the repair bill - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen reckons getting the guilty party's team to pay for the crash damage would mean "fewer stupid" moves in the future.

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More time to come from fixing “strange” handling balance – Sainz | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: More time to come from fixing "strange" handling balance - Sainz • Doohan takes first F3 pole position • Chadwick claims W Series pole position after huge crash

Read more: More time to come from fixing “strange” handling balance – Sainz | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Jeddah to be ‘one of the world’s best circuits’ - PlanetF1

Carsten Tilke, head designer of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, has predicted a street track will be completed that is among the best in the world.

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Mick may keep using ‘beautiful’ Michael helmet - PlanetF1

Mick Schumacher is wearing a special helmet to mirror his dad's first in F1 at Spa, and he likes it so much, he may even wear it for the rest of 2021.

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Significant Ferrari engine upgrade ‘not coming so soon’ - PlanetF1

A big engine upgrade planned by Ferrari will come before the end of the season, but not during this triple-header, team principal Mattia Binotto confirmed.

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Teams’ usual Spa set-up dilemma is complicated by forecast for rain | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Mercedes and Red Bull experimented with different wing angles on Friday as the forecast of rain at Spa poses a set-up dilemma.

Read more: Teams’ usual Spa set-up dilemma is complicated by forecast for rain | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Verstappen "very happy" with F1 car feeling despite FP2 crash - Motorsport.com

F1 title contender Verstappen finished P2 in the first session of the day at Spa before taking top spot in second practice, edging out Mercedes rival Valtteri Bottas by 0.041 seconds.
But a mistake from Verstappen led to the session being brought to an early end after losing the rear of his Red Bull RB16B exiting Les Combes, causing him to hit the barrier on the left-hand side of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen "very happy" with F1 car feeling despite FP2 crash - Motorsport.com

F1’s new pitstop rule: What is it and why is it being introduced? - Motorsport.com

What is the new pitstop rule and what will it do?
The new rule for pitstops – issued by a technical directive – aims to slow pitstops down. It does this by setting limits on how quickly different parts of the pitstop can be completed.
Certain actions in the pitstop are no longer allowed to happen quicker than 0.15 seconds, while the minimum time between the wheel guns being released from ...Keep reading

Read more: F1’s new pitstop rule: What is it and why is it being introduced? - Motorsport.com

Kimi has eyes to the sky at unpredictable Spa - PlanetF1

Kimi Raikkonen says anything can happen with the weather at Spa, and so is taking the Belgian GP weekend session by session.

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FP1: Bottas quickest at Spa with Hamilton P18 - PlanetF1

Valtteri Bottas bounced back from his Hungarian GP crash to set the pace in the opening practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix weekend.

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11 F1 drivers take third and final power unit of the season at Belgian GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With F1 entering a triple header that includes power tracks Spa-Francorchamps and Monza, the majority of teams have taken the opportunity to introduce fresh engines this time out.
Before this weekend, five drivers had already moved on to their third and final power units of the season – Max Verstappen, Sebastian Vettel, Esteban Ocon, Carlos Sainz and George Russell.
For the Spa weekend ...Keep reading

Read more: 11 F1 drivers take third and final power unit of the season at Belgian GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

11 F1 drivers take third and final power unit of the season at Belgian GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen calls for review of F1 engine penalty rules after crashes - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Honda revealed on Thursday that Verstappen's second engine of the year could no longer be used due to the damage sustained in the crash with Lewis Hamilton at Silverstone.
It means the Red Bull driver looks bound to take a grid drop at one of the remaining races this year after already moving onto his third and final engine of the season in Hungary. A new engine would result in a 10-place grid ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen calls for review of F1 engine penalty rules after crashes - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen calls for review of F1 engine penalty rules after crashes - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Steiner unsure Mazepin's new F1 chassis will make a difference - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Russian driver has complained that a heavier car compared to teammate Mick Schumacher has made things more difficult for him this season.
Speaking in Austria earlier this year, Mazepin said that the extra weight made him feel like a ‘carrot that was about to be caught by a rabbit’ as his teammate caught up with him.
Haas had promised to take action to help Mazepin and has now ...Keep reading

Read more: Steiner unsure Mazepin's new F1 chassis will make a difference - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Steiner unsure Mazepin's new F1 chassis will make a difference - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Hamilton vs Verstappen resumes: Belgian GP Practice LIVE! - SkySports F1

Spa track limits to be policed at three corners - PlanetF1

The FIA has confirmed that lap times will be deleted if track limits violations take place at three corners at Spa-Francorchamps this weekend.

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Verstappen and Leclerc reckon Russell "deserves" Mercedes F1 seat - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Russell and Valtteri Bottas remained tight-lipped over the decision regarding which of them will race alongside Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next year as the F1 paddock reconvened after the summer break with the pre-event media day for this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix.
When Leclerc and Verstappen appeared together for their part of the joint press conference at Spa on Thursday, the pair were ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen and Leclerc reckon Russell "deserves" Mercedes F1 seat - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen and Leclerc reckon Russell "deserves" Mercedes F1 seat - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Rosberg: Title fight ‘awesome, as long as no-one gets hurt’ - PlanetF1

Nico Rosberg says he is enjoying the "awesome" battle between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, and that the "destructive phase" is building up.

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F1 confirms series four of ‘Drive to Survive’ - PlanetF1

Formula 1 have confirmed a fourth season of documentary series ‘Drive To Survive’ will be aired on Netflix in 2022.

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Formula One ready to fight again - Belgian Grand Prix Preview - F1technical.net

Following a three-week deep breathing exercise, Formula One is slowly returning to action with the Belgian Grand Prix set to open the second half of the 2021 FIA Formula One World Championship. F1Technical's Balázs Szabó analyses some key aspects learnt from the first half of the season, and also takes a look at the forthcoming race at Spa.

Read more: Formula One ready to fight again - Belgian Grand Prix Preview - F1technical.net

‘Doing something wrong if home crowd gives extra lap time’ - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen has rubbished suggestions that Spa and Zandvoort are must-win races, after all he tries to win every race.

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Thursday, August 26, 2021

Le Mans “way too fast and narrow” in places for F1 – Alonso | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

After his rare chance to drive a Formula 1 car on the track which holds the Le Mans 24 Hours, Fernando Alonso said a race there would be "fun" but changes to the circuit would be essential.

Read more: Le Mans “way too fast and narrow” in places for F1 – Alonso | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Wolff is being ‘transparent with Valtteri and George’ - PlanetF1

F1 may have to wait to learn Mercedes' line up, but Toto Wolff says he is being "transparent" with Valtteri Bottas and George Russell.

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Ralf ‘would have grabbed’ Steiner over crash complaints - PlanetF1

Ralf Schumacher says it would have turned physical if he, rather than his nephew Mick, had been the driver publicly criticised by Guenther Steiner.

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Another Mercedes engineer joining Red Bull’s Powertrains division | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Another Mercedes engineer joining Red Bull's Powertrains division • Breakthrough points could prove "pivotal" - Latifi • First Alonso battle among Ricciardo's cherished memories

Read more: Another Mercedes engineer joining Red Bull’s Powertrains division | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Miami GP recruits ex-Abu Dhabi/Russian GP boss - PlanetF1

Former boss of the Abu Dhabi and Russian GPs, Richard Cregan, has been announced as the new CEO of the Miami Grand Prix.

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Stroll reiterates aero rules hurt Aston Martin - PlanetF1

Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll says his outfit are still recovering from the "controversial" aerodynamic changes.

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First pictures from the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix weekend | F1 Pictures - RaceFans

Pictures from the build-up to the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix, where tributes have been left for Anthoine Hubert, who died at the track two years ago.

Read more: First pictures from the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix weekend | F1 Pictures - RaceFans

Latifi ‘100% ready’ to lead Williams if Russell goes - PlanetF1

Nicholas Latifi has backed himself to fill George Russell's shoes as team leader at Williams if the Briton was to leave for Mercedes next year.

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Fourth season of Netflix’s F1 series ‘Drive to Survive” confirmed | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

A fourth instalment of Netflix's popular Formula 1 series 'Drive to Survive' will air in 2022, the championship has confirmed.

Read more: Fourth season of Netflix’s F1 series ‘Drive to Survive” confirmed | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Williams do not rule out Hulkenberg for 2022 seat - PlanetF1

Williams team boss Jost Capito says he is talking to every contract-less driver over a possible 2022 seat, including - maybe - Nico Hulkenberg.

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Formula 1: Fernando Alonso extends contract with Alpine - BBC F1

Fernando Alonso extends his contract with Alpine for the 2022 Formula 1 season.

Read more: Formula 1: Fernando Alonso extends contract with Alpine - BBC F1

Verstappen: No concerns for 2022 as Red Bull continues development - Motorsport.com

With an overhaul of the technical regulations scheduled for 2022, most F1 teams opted to end development of their current cars early in order to capitalise on the gains available early in the new rule cycle.
Mercedes brought its final update of the year to the British Grand Prix in July, but Red Bull has opted to keep developing its current car, the RB16B, as well as placing resources on next ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: No concerns for 2022 as Red Bull continues development - Motorsport.com

2022 Formula 1 Driver Market: Which drivers are going where? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

While multiple Formula 1 driver deals have been confirmed for 2022, a number of race seats still need to be officially filled. Here’s how next year’s grid is shaping up.
Mercedes
Mercedes is, arguably, the team with the most attention on its driver line-up. Rumours of Mercedes young driver George Russell getting the call up have surrounded it for years, though so far Valtteri Bottas has ...Keep reading

Read more: 2022 Formula 1 Driver Market: Which drivers are going where? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

2022 Formula 1 Driver Market: Which drivers are going where? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen: No concerns for 2022 as Red Bull continues F1 car development - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

No change in Alpine’s 2022 line-up as Alonso’s second season is confirmed | 2021 F1 Season - RaceFans

Fernando Alonso will continue racing for Alpine after the end of his initial return contract, going into the 2023 season.

Read more: No change in Alpine’s 2022 line-up as Alonso’s second season is confirmed | 2021 F1 Season - RaceFans

Alpine confirm Alonso contract extension for 2022 - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso’s place with Alpine for 2022 has been officially confirmed, with the team retaining their same driver line-up.

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Alfa thank poor Ferrari engine for inspiring change - PlanetF1

If Ferrari had not produced such a poor engine in 2020, Alfa Romeo may never have been "brave" enough to evolve.

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Alonso extending F1 career into 2022 revolution - SkySports F1

Fernando Alonso will extend his illustrious Formula 1 career into 2022 after Alpine took up the option on his contract for next season.

Read more: Alonso extending F1 career into 2022 revolution - SkySports F1

Schumacher: Spa "emotional" 30 years after dad's F1 debut - Motorsport.com

The rookie Haas racer travels to the Belgium track as an F1 racer for this first time this weekend, as his father did back in 1991 ahead of what would become a one-off entry with Jordan and the start of a famous career in the championship.
In an exclusive interview with Motorsport.com's sister publication Autosport, Mick Schumacher outlined his thoughts on discussions that make comparisons ...Keep reading

Read more: Schumacher: Spa "emotional" 30 years after dad's F1 debut - Motorsport.com

Mick Schumacher: Spa will be "emotional" 30 years after Michael's F1 debut - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The rookie Haas racer travels to the Belgium track as an F1 racer for this first time this weekend, as his father did back in 1991 ahead of what would become a one-off entry with Jordan and the start of a famous career in the championship.
In an exclusive interview with Autosport, Mick Schumacher outlined his thoughts on discussions that make comparisons between the F1 age where Michael began ...Keep reading

Read more: Mick Schumacher: Spa will be "emotional" 30 years after Michael's F1 debut - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mick Schumacher: Spa will be "emotional" 30 years after Michael's F1 debut - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The rookie Haas racer travels to the Belgium track as an F1 racer for this first time this weekend, as his father did back in 1991 ahead of what would become a one-off entry with Jordan and the start of a famous career in the championship.
In an exclusive interview with Autosport, Mick Schumacher outlined his thoughts on discussions that make comparisons between the F1 age where Michael began ...Keep reading

Read more: Mick Schumacher: Spa will be "emotional" 30 years after Michael's F1 debut - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes like a ‘university campus’ as team evolves - PlanetF1

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has likened the factory to a "university campus" as he sees all their new staff - but this evolution is vital.

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

Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes enter the second half of the season leading their respective championships, aided by a run of two poor races for rivals Max Verstappen and Red Bull.
However, the gap between Hamilton and Verstappen is quite slim at eight points, while Mercedes similarly holds a narrow 12-point advantage over Red Bull.
Spa kicks off F1's latest triple header, with the championship ...Keep reading

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

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Rain and fog on the cards for Belgian Grand Prix weekend | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

This weekend's Belgian Grand Prix looks set to run in cool and generally damp conditions, with a risk of fog and rain showers.

Read more: Rain and fog on the cards for Belgian Grand Prix weekend | 2021 Belgian Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

Ralf: Mercedes too ‘thin-skinned’ over Red Bull attack - PlanetF1

Ralf Schumacher thinks Mercedes were too sensitive about Red Bull’s criticism of Lewis Hamilton’s driving after the British Grand Prix.

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Yas Marina ‘trying to address feedback from fans’ with track changes | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Yas Marina 'trying to address feedback from fans' with track changes • Three driver changes in F3 • Tsunoda doesn't have long to prove himself, warns Sato

Read more: Yas Marina ‘trying to address feedback from fans’ with track changes | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Official: Brazil final sprint qualifying venue for 2021 - PlanetF1

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has said the third staging of sprint qualifying will take place at the 2021 Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

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Vettel wants to ‘get the ball rolling’ in Belgium - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel is keen to “get the ball rolling” points-wise at the Belgian Grand Prix following his Hungarian disqualification woe.

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Fittipaldi to drive in Spa centenary exhibition - PlanetF1

Two-time F1 World Champion Emerson Fittipaldi will be back behind the wheel as part of the Belgian Grand Prix weekend.

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Hill’s concern: They’re not afraid to tangle at high speed - PlanetF1

As Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen head to Spa for round 12 of their title fight, Damon Hill admits he has one very big concern.

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10hp boost coming for Ferrari with new engine - PlanetF1

Ferrari's updated spec-3 engine will be worth around 10bhp but there are conflicting reports as to when it will be ready to go.

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Audi, BMW, Mercedes: Why are so many manufacturers quitting Formula E? | RacingLines - RaceFans

Mercedes have joined BMW and Audi in announcing their departure from Formula E. Does Formula 1 now offer better opportunities for electric drivetrain development?

Read more: Audi, BMW, Mercedes: Why are so many manufacturers quitting Formula E? | RacingLines - RaceFans

Wolff: Mercedes feels like a university campus amid new F1 hires - Motorsport.com

Mercedes is currently fighting to extend its record of seven consecutive drivers’ and constructors’ world championships, facing a fierce challenge from Red Bull for the titles in 2021.
Mercedes’ winning record stretches across the entirety of F1’s V6 hybrid era, but the team has brought through a large amount of new talent throughout its dominant spell.
The latest senior change at ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff: Mercedes feels like a university campus amid new F1 hires - Motorsport.com

Steiner tells his rookies: You just think about driving - PlanetF1

Mick Schumacher and Nikita Mazepin need only "think about driving" with Guenther Steiner telling his rookies someone else will do the rest.

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Mercedes should ‘let the clock run’ and keep Bottas - PlanetF1

Mika Hakkinen thinks Mercedes should apply an ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ approach to their driver line-up.

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2021 F1 Belgian GP session timings and how to watch - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 heads to its traditional post-summer break venue at Spa-Francorchamps which is set to welcome a thrilling return to action as the world title fight intensifies between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen after a pair of dramatic races at Silverstone and the Hungaroring before the break.
After the high-profile clash between the world title protagonists at the British GP was followed by a ...Keep reading

Read more: 2021 F1 Belgian GP session timings and how to watch - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

2021 F1 Belgian GP session timings and how to watch - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Netflix releases trailer for upcoming Schumacher documentary - Motorsport.com

Schumacher is set to be released on Netflix on September 15, and will explore Schumacher’s success in F1 and life off-track with full support from his family.
The film was announced in July, but Netflix has now released the first trailer for the documentary.
The trailer features interviews with Schumacher’s father, his wife, and his two children, including current Haas F1 driver ...Keep reading

Read more: Netflix releases trailer for upcoming Schumacher documentary - Motorsport.com

Ricciardo still got podium bonus despite Aus GP DSQ - PlanetF1

Daniel Ricciardo was disqualified from his home race back in 2014, but Red Bull still paid his bonus for the podium he would have got.

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Netflix releases trailer for upcoming Schumacher documentary - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Schumacher is set to be released on Netflix on 15 September, and will explore Schumacher’s success in F1 and life off-track with full support from his family.
The film was announced in July, but Netflix has now released the first trailer for the documentary.

The trailer features interviews with Schumacher’s father, his wife, and his two children, including current Haas F1 ...Keep reading

Read more: Netflix releases trailer for upcoming Schumacher documentary - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Netflix releases trailer for upcoming Schumacher documentary - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

How Ocon’s win countered F1’s ‘billionaire boys’ club’ image - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Esteban Ocon’s shock victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix offered a feel-good story for the series as a whole before breaking up for summer, going a long way to defuse a lot of the tension and toxicity that had been building up.
Any first win is significant, but in Ocon’s case, it marked an against-the-odds success that reached far beyond the unlikely nature of a win for his Alpine team in ...Keep reading

Read more: How Ocon’s win countered F1’s ‘billionaire boys’ club’ image - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

How Ocon’s win countered F1’s ‘billionaire boys’ club’ image - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

How Ocon’s win countered F1’s ‘billionaire boys’ club’ image - Motorsport.com

Will Red Bull’s holiday end with a lucky Spa break? - PlanetF1

Formula 1 returns from its summer holiday with the Belgian Grand Prix – is this the race where Red Bull's luck will change?

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Marko explains what convinced him to sign Max - PlanetF1

Red Bull's driver programme boss Helmut Marko has discussed the race which swayed him to sign up Max Verstappen.

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How F1 calculated Vettel is leading the chase for its new Overtake Award | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Sebastian Vettel has finished higher than he started in less than half of this year's races, so how has F1 deemed him the best overtaker of the season so far?

Read more: How F1 calculated Vettel is leading the chase for its new Overtake Award | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Wolff accuses Red Bull of stoking controversy - PlanetF1

Toto Wolff has insisted Mercedes try not to “fuel controversy” but that Red Bull do “the opposite” as their verbal war continues.

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Mercedes “in a better place” after Silverstone upgrade | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes "in a better place" after Silverstone upgrade • Triple-headers a necessarily evil - Steiner • Wolff avoids investigation over insider trading claim

Read more: Mercedes “in a better place” after Silverstone upgrade | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Ricciardo excited for landmark race at Belgian GP - PlanetF1

Daniel Ricciardo is looking forward to taking to the track at Spa-Francorchamps, in what will be his 200th Grand Prix.

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Vettel ahead in race for F1’s new Overtake Award - PlanetF1

In addition to their sponsorship of sprint qualifying, Crypto.com have now put their name to a new award to recognise overtaking in Formula 1.

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Williams’ old structure ‘doesn’t work in motorsport’ - PlanetF1

Jost Capito says a large part of Williams’ improvement this year occurred without even seeing how they could improve their car.

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F1 announces new Overtake Award for driver who makes most passes | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Formula 1 will present a new award to the driver who makes the most passes this season. Sebastian Vettel is currently leading the standings.

Read more: F1 announces new Overtake Award for driver who makes most passes | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

F1 announces new overtaking award - Motorsport.com

The Overtake Award is backed by Crypto.com, the cryptocurrency company that already has strong links with F1’s sprint events.
F1 says that new prize is “designed to celebrate the bravery exhibited by drivers who make bold moves in pursuit of success.”
In addition, F1 notes that “new broadcast graphics will be introduced live during each race, to signal overtaking possibilities and ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 announces new overtaking award - Motorsport.com

FIA climb down from ‘over the top’ cost cap policing - PlanetF1

Alpine executive director Marcin Budkowski has said the FIA are rethinking their approach on how to police the cost cap in Formula 1.

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Ferrari’s qualy pace has been ‘slightly compromised’ - PlanetF1

Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto has revealed the team has overcome their tyre wear woes, even if it has come at the slight expense of giving up some qualifying pace.

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Is cryptocurrency sponsorship too dirty for the greener image F1 wants to cultivate? | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Cryptocurrency is a major growth area for Formula 1 sponsorship, but its high energy consumption makes it a controversial technology.

Read more: Is cryptocurrency sponsorship too dirty for the greener image F1 wants to cultivate? | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Wolff says FE needs ‘reboot’ after Mercedes confirm exit - PlanetF1

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff feels Formula E must now "reboot" itself with the German outfit among a trio of high-profile exits.

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Button explains Briatore-inspired playboy image - PlanetF1

Jenson Button opened up on the 'playboy' image which Flavio Briatore generated of him, and how he struggled to shake that off.

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2021 title matters to Verstappen, not records - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen made it clear that only the 2021 World Championship matters to him, other records are insignificant.

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Tsunoda's rookie struggles "not out of the blue" - AlphaTauri - Motorsport.com

Tsunoda stepped up to F1 at the start of the year after finishing third in Formula 2 last year, but has experienced an up-and-down first half-season in grand prix racing.
The Japanese driver crashed out of qualifying at Imola before spinning in the race when bound for points, and also had Saturday incidents in Azerbaijan and France.
Tsunoda acknowledged that he needed to "calm down" after ...Keep reading

Read more: Tsunoda's rookie struggles "not out of the blue" - AlphaTauri - Motorsport.com

JP hopes for future Montoya/Verstappen battle in F1 - PlanetF1

Now son Sebastian is progressing in junior racing categories, Juan Pablo Montoya thinks it would be "cool" to see him race against Max Verstappen.

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Are Mercedes really back ahead? F1's crunch battle assessed - SkySports F1

Like the end of a soap opera episode, the championship contest stopped for its summer break just at its most intriguing moment and left us desperately wanting to find out what happens next.

Read more: Are Mercedes really back ahead? F1's crunch battle assessed - SkySports F1

Alonso: “No guarantee” top F1 teams will nail 2022 regulations - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After a one-year delay F1 will introduce a brand-new set of regulations featuring cars that generate more downforce from the floor and are therefore more racy and less reliant on clear air.
That overhaul means that teams have shifted focus to 2022 earlier than usual, having to effectively start from a clean slate.
The rule changes, in combination with F1's decreasing budget cap ...Keep reading

Read more: Alonso: “No guarantee” top F1 teams will nail 2022 regulations - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alonso: “No guarantee” top F1 teams will nail 2022 regulations - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alonso ‘out there swinging like he’s 21 years old’ - PlanetF1

Allan McNish has been full of praise for Fernando Alonso, saying he still has the same drive in him as he did as a 21-year-old.

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Honda on the possibility of a future F1 return - PlanetF1

A senior representative of Honda has not ruled out an eventual return to F1, but they are not in discussions surrounding the 2025 engine formula.

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How the double diffuser left F1 teams wary of “throwaway comments” over 2022 rules | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

When Ross Brawn dropped a hint about his team's double diffuser, no one listened. Has anyone found a similar breakthrough for 2022?

Read more: How the double diffuser left F1 teams wary of “throwaway comments” over 2022 rules | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Sainz’s strong start no surprise to Ferrari after his debut season with Verstappen | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto says Carlos Sainz Jnr's strong first half-season with them came as no surprise given his form alongside past team mates.

Read more: Sainz’s strong start no surprise to Ferrari after his debut season with Verstappen | 2021 F1 season - RaceFans

Monday, August 23, 2021

Bottas: Hamilton ‘directly’ said he wants me to stay - PlanetF1

Valtteri Bottas has revealed that Lewis Hamilton has told him that he wants him to remain his team-mate at Mercedes.

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Tsunoda gives himself ‘five or six out of ten’ for first half of season | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Tsunoda gives himself 'five or six out of 10' for first half of season • Indonesian track tipped for grand prix • FRE Nurburgring race moved to Valencia

Read more: Tsunoda gives himself ‘five or six out of ten’ for first half of season | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

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

Here are all the details you need as Formula 1 emerges from its summer shutdown and heads to the Belgian Grand Prix.

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Lundgaard compares F2 and IndyCar driving experiences - PlanetF1

Alpine junior Christian Lundgaard spoke of similarities between F2 and IndyCar machinery after making his debut in the latter.

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Tost expects ‘clever’ engineers to find 2022 loopholes - PlanetF1

AlphaTauri principal Franz Tost believes loopholes can be found in the new regulations for 2022, despite their restrictive intentions.

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Latifi discusses pros and cons of 2021 season so far - PlanetF1

Williams' Nicholas Latifi feels he has improved in qualifying, but his former strength of race days has become a negative at times in 2021.

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Qatar closing on November slot for F1 2021 calendar - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 has been exploring a number of options to bolster the second half of the season as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact a number of races.
The Japanese Grand Prix became the latest race to get cancelled last week, joining Canada, Singapore and Australia as events that have been formally scrapped.
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Ferrari issues ‘more complicated than just tyres’ - PlanetF1

Carlos Sainz has said it is too simplistic to suggest that Ferrari's problems this season are down to how the team looking after tyres.

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Verstappen of no interest to Mercedes in driver market - PlanetF1

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has ruled out Max Verstappen as a potential option to join the Silver Arrows from Red Bull.

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Button lauds Gasly’s improved F1 mindset - PlanetF1

Jenson Button has attributed some of Pierre Gasly's resurgence in Formula 1 to how he's managed to put himself in the right headspace at AlphaTauri.

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Alfa Romeo feel their ambition can lure in top driver - PlanetF1

Alfa Romeo have "tons of green lights" for their F1 future, and team boss Fred Vasseur believes this will help them in the driver market.

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Norris feels he found balance between joker and serious on social media - Motorsport.com

Norris made his F1 debut in 2019 with McLaren and immediately stood out for fans with his entertaining social media channels, regularly posting memes and fun content.
But Norris said ahead of last season that he wanted to try and become a bit more serious after worrying that making light of bad weekends could be taken the wrong way and lead to questions about his dedication.

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How F1's token spend helped charge Red Bull's title push - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Speaking at length recently on Red Bull's 'Talking Bull' podcast, the team's chief technical officer explained there was a weakness in its 2020 challenger that needed to be set straight for this season.
So if teams had not been able to make any revisions over the winter, then it would have left it a little bit on the backfoot.
"We had the unique situation of homologating last year's car to ...Keep reading

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Red Bull's F1 assault has eased pressure on Mercedes, says Wolff - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

But despite little separating F1’s top two teams, in a contest that has got quite heated at times, the message coming out of the current world champion outfit is the complete opposite to what you would expect.
Rather than feel burdened at potentially the biggest threat it has had to its F1 dominance, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says the German car manufacturer has actually had a ...Keep reading

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