Formula-1 News: July 2022

Sunday, July 31, 2022

“McLaren and Alpine are just too fast for us” – Gasly | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: "McLaren and Alpine are just too fast for us" - Gasly • Two teams stay in Hungary to test • Nissany close to F2 ban

Read more: “McLaren and Alpine are just too fast for us” – Gasly | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Vote for your 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix Driver of the Weekend | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Who was the best driver during the 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix weekend? Compare how they did and vote for the best.

Read more: Vote for your 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix Driver of the Weekend | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Alfa Romeo confirm ‘fuel system issue’ halted Bottas - PlanetF1

Valtteri Bottas was forced into a late retirement at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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2022 Hungarian Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and tyres | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

The Hungarian Grand Prix was a strategic puzzle. Teams came up with 11 different answers. Did Ferrari pick one of the wrong ones for Charles Leclerc?

Read more: 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and tyres | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Perez: ‘Critical’ for Red Bull to keep turning screw on Ferrari - PlanetF1

Sergio Perez believes it is key for Red Bull to keep their advantage over Ferrari after the summer break.

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Saturday, July 30, 2022

Latifi shocked when told of purple Sector 1 time - PlanetF1

Topping FP3 and going purple in the first sector come Q1, it was quite the Saturday for Nicholas Latifi in Hungary.

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Teams’ reactions following the Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying - F1technical.net

Although the scene was set for another close battle between Ferrari and Red Bull, the Scuderia had another team to fight against in the qualifying session of the Hungarian Grand Prix. F1Technical’s Balázs Szabó reports from the artificially lit Hungaroring paddock.

Read more: Teams’ reactions following the Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying - F1technical.net

Hungarian Grand Prix: In the space of 24 hours, F1 turned upside down - BBC F1

In the space of 24 hours in Hungary this weekend, Formula 1 turned upside down.

Read more: Hungarian Grand Prix: In the space of 24 hours, F1 turned upside down - BBC F1

Verstappen left rueing quali issue: ‘Pace turnaround was amazing’ - PlanetF1

After some excellent work by Red Bull, Max Verstappen was left frustrated by the way qualifying ended.

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Friday, July 29, 2022

Forecast offers hope to Verstappen as Red Bull “can’t compete” with Ferrari in the dry | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Ferrari went quickest in both practice sessions on Friday, but it was their long run pace that left Max Verstappen hoping for rain.

Read more: Forecast offers hope to Verstappen as Red Bull “can’t compete” with Ferrari in the dry | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Verstappen prefers title fight against Leclerc after Hamilton rivalry | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen "really respects" Leclerc and Ferrari • AlphaTauri confused by poor pace • Powell takes W Series pole in Hungary

Read more: Verstappen prefers title fight against Leclerc after Hamilton rivalry | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Vettel: New Aston Martin F1 rear wing not only reason for Hungary pace - Motorsport.com

The Silverstone-based team introduced an intriguing wing design in Budapest on Friday, having seemingly found a loophole in the wording of the regulations and been given the go-ahead by the FIA to pursue its novel interpretation.
Vettel suggested the wing did not represent a “massive step in performance” and added that the team had been more aggressive than usual with its Friday run ...Keep reading

Read more: Vettel: New Aston Martin F1 rear wing not only reason for Hungary pace - Motorsport.com

Verstappen believes Red Bull ‘can’t compete’ with Ferrari - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen was beaten to P1 by Ferraris in both the opening two practice sessions.

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Alonso left ‘concerned’ by McLaren pace in Hungary - PlanetF1

McLaren's strong pace in Hungary on Friday has caught the attention of Fernando Alonso and Alpine.

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

Bottas hopes France was ‘one-off dip’ for Alfa Romeo - PlanetF1

Valtteri Bottas revealed Alfa Romeo would have upgrades this weekend.

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Leclerc won’t change driving style after French GP crash - PlanetF1

Charles Leclerc believes his style has brought success in the past so why change it?

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Russell suggests porpoising played role in Leclerc crash - PlanetF1

George Russell feels there was more than just driver error involved in Charles Leclerc's French GP crash.

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Key talking points ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

With the pit lane walk just over, the final preparation for this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix has officially started today. F1Technical’s Balázs Szabó reports from the busy Hungaroring paddock.

Read more: Key talking points ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Hamilton ‘sad to lose an ally on the grid’ with Vettel retirement | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton says he will regret "losing an ally" on the grid when Sebastian Vettel retires at the end of this season.

Read more: Hamilton ‘sad to lose an ally on the grid’ with Vettel retirement | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Ricciardo defiant at McLaren: 'I can win' | Lando 'best of his generation'? - SkySports F1

Daniel Ricciardo has issued a defiant message amid his struggles at McLaren, insisting he is still capable of winning in Formula 1 if given the opportunity.

Read more: Ricciardo defiant at McLaren: 'I can win' | Lando 'best of his generation'? - SkySports F1

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Porsche begins buy-in to Red Bull’s F1 operation | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Porsche begins buy-in to Red Bull's F1 operation • Szafnauer: "more to come" for close racing from 2022 rules • Bouncing may have contributed to Leclerc crash - Russell

Read more: Porsche begins buy-in to Red Bull’s F1 operation | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Perez calls for lifetime bans for abusive behaviour - PlanetF1

Sergio Perez wants to see abusive fans never be able to come to race weekends again.

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George Russell: Mercedes driver on Lewis Hamilton, memes and the future - BBC F1

As part of an extensive interview, George Russell tells BBC Sport he is "excited" about his future at Mercedes.

Read more: George Russell: Mercedes driver on Lewis Hamilton, memes and the future - BBC F1

Haas searching for race engineer for Magnussen - PlanetF1

Haas have advertised for a new race engineer, but you'll need plenty of experience to get the job.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

‘Extremely positive’ French GP announcement expected - PlanetF1

The French Grand Prix's future has become an increasing concern for fans.

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Quartararo lined up for Mercedes F1 test – report - PlanetF1

Fabio Quartararo's test was confirmed by Ted Kravitz.

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Gasly admits ‘nothing clicked’ at Paul Ricard - PlanetF1

AlphaTauri brought the upgrades to France, but Pierre Gasly was expecting far better performance at his home race.

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Latifi declares season ‘starts now’ in upgraded FW44 - PlanetF1

Now armed with the upgraded Williams FW44, Nicholas Latifi believes his season starts here.

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Alonso “a little bit surprised” to beat McLarens after qualifying deficit | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Alonso "a little bit surprised" to beat McLarens after qualifying deficit • Ferrucci on standby to replace Newgarden • Alfa Romeo 'planning F1-inspired road car'

Read more: Alonso “a little bit surprised” to beat McLarens after qualifying deficit | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hungarian Grand Prix 2022: Time, TV, live stream - PlanetF1

Here are all the details you need ahead of the 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix, a potential crunch race in the title battle.

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F1 penalty points: Which driver is closest to a race ban? - PlanetF1

Here are the current F1 penalty points standings as the 2022 season reaches its halfway mark.

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‘The greatest support for Red Bull in the title race is Ferrari’ - PlanetF1

It looks as if Ferrari really want Red Bull to win the title, says Ralf Schumacher.

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Alonso would accept ‘fifth or sixth every Sunday’ - PlanetF1

Many other weekends like the French Grand Prix this year would be just fine with Fernando Alonso.

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Sunday, July 24, 2022

K-Mag: Latifi ‘ran me out of road’ in race-ending collision - PlanetF1

A collision at Turn 1 forced both Kevin Magnussen and Nicholas Latifi into French Grand Prix retirement.

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Ferrari defend “proper and right” decision to pit Sainz after he passed Perez | 2022 French Grand Prix - RaceFans

Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto is sure the team made the correct decision to pit Carlos Sainz Jnr in the closing stages of the French Grand Prix, even though he had just moved into third place.

Read more: Ferrari defend “proper and right” decision to pit Sainz after he passed Perez | 2022 French Grand Prix - RaceFans

Ricciardo rates French GP performance ‘-46 out of 10’ - PlanetF1

Daniel Ricciardo gave himself a negative rating for his French GP performance, with a knowing look.

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'We are not a disaster!' - Sainz hits back at Ferrari critics - SkySports F1

Carlos Sainz has defended Ferrari's strategic decisions after a controversial call over a late pit stop saw him lose out on a potential podium finish at the French Grand Prix.

Read more: 'We are not a disaster!' - Sainz hits back at Ferrari critics - SkySports F1

Verstappen: F1 championship lead 'bigger than it should be' - Motorsport.com

Verstappen scored his seventh win of the 2022 season in Sunday's French Grand Prix after Leclerc crashed out while leading towards the end of the first stint.
Leclerc qualified on pole for Ferrari and had led by just over one second from Verstappen before Red Bull brought the Dutchman into the pits at the end of lap 16.
Ferrari kept Leclerc out before he crashed on lap 18 following a ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: F1 championship lead 'bigger than it should be' - Motorsport.com

Verstappen: 63-point F1 championship lead ‘bigger than it should be’ - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen scored his seventh win of the 2022 season in Sunday’s French Grand Prix after Leclerc crashed out while leading towards the end of the first stint.
Leclerc qualified on pole for Ferrari and had led by just over one second from Verstappen before Red Bull brought the Dutchman into the pits at the end of lap 16.
Ferrari kept Leclerc out before he crashed on lap 18 follow a mistake ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: 63-point F1 championship lead ‘bigger than it should be’ - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Saturday, July 23, 2022

Newgarden dominates Iowa 250 and cuts Ericsson’s points lead | IndyCar - RaceFans

With his fourth win of the season, Josef Newgarden now trails Marcus Ericsson by 15 points after the first leg of the Iowa double-header.

Read more: Newgarden dominates Iowa 250 and cuts Ericsson’s points lead | IndyCar - RaceFans

Norris not falling for Alonso’s ‘mind games’ after pace claim - PlanetF1

The Alpine driver was up to his old tricks again but Lando Norris was not buying it.

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Ocon ‘lacking way too much’ in ‘inconsistent’ Alpine - PlanetF1

It was a 'bumpy' day for Alpine, with Esteban Ocon left frustrated at his qualifying session.

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Drugovich promoted to podium as Pourchaire and others take penalties | Formula 2 - RaceFans

Formula 2 championship leader Felipe Drugovich has been promoted to the podium in today's sprint race after the stewards handed down a series of penalties.

Read more: Drugovich promoted to podium as Pourchaire and others take penalties | Formula 2 - RaceFans

Gasly confused after Q1 exit in upgraded AlphaTauri - PlanetF1

Yuki Tsunoda thrived in the upgraded AlphaTauri during qualifying for the French Grand Prix, but the same was not true for Pierre Gasly at his home event.

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Verstappen: ‘Interesting’ different philosophies from Red Bull, Ferrari - PlanetF1

Max Verstappen is interested to see whether Red Bull or Ferrari have made the right call for France...

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Leclerc surprised at Ferrari strength in French GP qualifying - Motorsport.com

The Monegasque driver had looked set to be forced to play second fiddle to main rival Red Bull after Max Verstappen had looked super strong in final free practice.
But Leclerc's Ferrari came alive in the later qualifying session as, thanks to a bit of assistance in getting a tow off teammate Carlos Sainz, he took his seventh pole position of the season.
"After Q1, I think I was very ...Keep reading

Read more: Leclerc surprised at Ferrari strength in French GP qualifying - Motorsport.com

Friday, July 22, 2022

Ferrari lead but Verstappen sends a warning with rapid four-lap ‘race simulation’ | 2022 French Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Ferrari recorded the fastest times in practice for the French Grand Prix, but Max Verstappen's high-fuel run should concern Charles Leclerc.

Read more: Ferrari lead but Verstappen sends a warning with rapid four-lap ‘race simulation’ | 2022 French Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Albon lauds Williams’ performance, ‘best it has felt all year’ - PlanetF1

Even though the times were not massively competitive, Alex Albon was thrilled with how his Williams worked on Friday.

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FIA to use strict maximum lap time to stop slow warm-ups - PlanetF1

The FIA has taken action to stop warm-up laps being too slow in qualifying.

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Perez admits feeling ‘not very comfortable’ with RB18 - PlanetF1

Sergio Perez could only finish P10 in the second practice session at Paul Ricard.

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Chadwick loses W Series pole to Visser after pit-exit penalty - SkySports F1

Jamie Chadwick has been denied a fourth consecutive W Series pole position after being handed a two-place grid penalty after qualifying.

Read more: Chadwick loses W Series pole to Visser after pit-exit penalty - SkySports F1

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Exposed: The F1 flexi floor tricks that teams were playing - Motorsport.com

Amid growing concerns from drivers at the start of the season about potential safety implications of excessive bouncing, the FIA felt it had no option but to intervene in order to prevent the type of severe up and down movements that were commonplace in the opening part of the season.
The FIA’s main focus was on the introduction of an ‘Aerodynamic Oscillation Metric’, in ...Keep reading

Read more: Exposed: The F1 flexi floor tricks that teams were playing - Motorsport.com

Race guide for the French Grand Prix - F1technical.net

The diverse and long Circuit Paul Ricard will play host to Round 12 of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship, the French Grand Prix. F1Technical’s Balázs Szabó picks out the vital facts ahead of the first destination of the calendar’s fifth double-header.

Read more: Race guide for the French Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Verstappen: Red Bull still chasing "more dominant" Ferrari in F1 2022 - Motorsport.com

Verstappen enters this weekend's French Grand Prix at Paul Ricard leading the F1 drivers' championship by 38 points from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, and has six race wins to his name.
But the Dutchman has seen his points advantage reduce in the past two races as Ferrari scored back-to-back wins at Silverstone and the Red Bull Ring.
Although the competitive advantage has swung back and forth ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: Red Bull still chasing "more dominant" Ferrari in F1 2022 - Motorsport.com

McLaren expect ‘good step’ with France upgrades - PlanetF1

Andreas Seidl believes McLaren's newest upgrade package should help them in their fight against Alpine.

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Ferrari considering taking Sainz engine penalty in France - PlanetF1

Carlos Sainz is looking at a 10-place grid penalty in France if Ferrari choose to introduce a new power unit.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Haas updates will be for lap time, not ‘publicity’ - PlanetF1

Haas want lap time, not headlines, when they finally upgrade their car.

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Krack wants Vettel to ‘talk to the team more’ before protests - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel is one of the most vocal drivers on the Formula 1 grid.

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Russell feared an ‘arse-kicking’ from Hamilton - PlanetF1

As it turned out, George Russell had little reason to fear.

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Why Alfa Romeo is not interested in long term Formula 1 ‘lock in’ - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ever since it first teamed up for a partnership with the Sauber team in 2018, Alfa Romeo has always been adamant that its ongoing relationship would be decided with yearly assessments.
In spite of the value and interest around Alfa Romeo and F1 being greater than ever, and other manufacturers knocking on the door to get in (Audi even with Sauber), there is no evidence that the Italian marque ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Alfa Romeo is not interested in long term Formula 1 ‘lock in’ - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Sportword: Play daily F1 word game on Planet Sport - PlanetF1

We just had to make a Formula One version, didn't we?

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Haas’s Hungarian Grand Prix upgrade will be their last this year | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Haas's Hungarian Grand Prix upgrade will be their last this year • Latifi finally gets Williams upgrade • IndyCar test for Blomqvist

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Vettel: No ‘consensus’ yet on 2026 engine direction - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel says the various parties are yet to reach a "consensus" on the 2026 engines.

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Mick: ‘Drivers get confused by Paul Ricard circuit design’ - PlanetF1

With its distinctive lines, Mick Schumacher says that Paul Ricard can confuse even the drivers.

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Monday, July 18, 2022

'Total rubbish!' | F1's flexi floor saga - and Horner's retort to suspicions - SkySports F1

Christian Horner has dismissed suggestions that Red Bull could be one of the teams affected by a new F1 directive as "total rubbish", hitting back at Mercedes counterpart Toto Wolff amid an on-going 'flexi floor' debate.

Read more: 'Total rubbish!' | F1's flexi floor saga - and Horner's retort to suspicions - SkySports F1

Red Bull ‘expect Mercedes to be quick in French Grand Prix’ – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes will be "quick" in France - Horner • Covid positive Hughes replaced by Beckmann • Dixon stunned to equal Andretti

Read more: Red Bull ‘expect Mercedes to be quick in French Grand Prix’ – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

French Grand Prix 2022: Time, TV, live stream - PlanetF1

Formula 1 moves on to the French Grand Prix, Round 12 of the 2022 season. Here are all the details you need.

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Norris suggests improvements to pedal cam - PlanetF1

Lando Norris was the chosen driver as the pedal cam marked its Formula 1 return.

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2022 F1 French GP – How to watch, session timings and more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After a one-week break following the Austrian GP, F1 is back in action at Circuit Paul Ricard and also reverts to its traditional race weekend format after running the second sprint race weekend of the season at the Red Bull Ring.
Despite losing out to Charles Leclerc in Spielberg, Max Verstappen still holds a healthy lead in the F1 drives’ standings with a 38-point advantage over the Ferrari ...Keep reading

Read more: 2022 F1 French GP – How to watch, session timings and more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Wolff highlights how regulations are being breached - PlanetF1

Toto Wolff thinks the 'flexi-floor' controversy sees some teams able to take advantage of a regulatory grey area.

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Sunday, July 17, 2022

French GP: Leclerc's edge vs Max and why Merc are set to challenge - SkySports F1

Ferrari are confident they have wrestled back momentum against Red Bull as the F1 2022 season speeds onto the French Grand Prix, where Mercedes could also find themselves back in contention at the front.

Read more: French GP: Leclerc's edge vs Max and why Merc are set to challenge - SkySports F1

Herta and O’Ward face “big challenge” if McLaren offers practice run – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Herta and O'Ward face challenges if they get practice runs • IndyCar medical director retires • Sasahara wins first Super Formula race

Read more: Herta and O’Ward face “big challenge” if McLaren offers practice run – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Pourchaire closing in on FP1 opportunity - PlanetF1

Theo Pourchaire will take part in FP1 at some point this season, but Alfa Romeo are yet to find the right time to do so.

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Dixon reasserts himself as IndyCar title contender with victory in Toronto | IndyCar - RaceFans

Scott Dixon held off Colton Herta to win on IndyCar's return to Toronto, inching closer to championship leader Marcus Ericsson in the process.

Read more: Dixon reasserts himself as IndyCar title contender with victory in Toronto | IndyCar - RaceFans

Concept change means Williams FW44 is a ‘new car’ - PlanetF1

Technical director FX Demaison is treating the upgraded Williams as a "new car", such has been the array of changes.

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Wolff has faith Domenicali will pick right F1 sprint venues - Motorsport.com

While sprint qualifying races have divided opinion among those in the paddock, F1 says that feedback from fans is hugely positive.
F1 is looking to expand the number of sprint events to six in 2023, but those plans have currently been put on hold awaiting approval from FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
However, a lack of excitement at the Red Bull Ring last weekend – with the top ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff has faith Domenicali will pick right F1 sprint venues - Motorsport.com

Leclerc believes Hamilton could still win an eighth title - PlanetF1

Lewis Hamilton still has a chance of an eighth Drivers’ title before he retires, says Charles Leclerc.

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Saturday, July 16, 2022

Brown on arriving at McLaren: ‘It was worse than I thought’ - PlanetF1

Since Zak Brown joined, the entire culture at McLaren has dramatically changed.

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Ferrari’s reliability woes no comfort to Red Bull in title fight – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ferrari unreliability no comfort to Red Bull • New York crash one of Di Grassi's biggest • IndyCar salaries "getting better" - Rahal

Read more: Ferrari’s reliability woes no comfort to Red Bull in title fight – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Austria 2023 ticket sales hit 50,000 in three days - PlanetF1

Some tickets for grandstands at the 2023 Austrian Grand Prix have already sold out.

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Aston confirm further developments to come on AMR22 - PlanetF1

It has been a difficult season so far for Aston Martin.

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Alonso: Other drivers locking out youngsters, not me - PlanetF1

Although nearly 41, Fernando Alonso says he is "still fast" and therefore not keeping young drivers out of Formula 1.

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Friday, July 15, 2022

‘Ferrari taking full risk of PU failure as Mercedes did last year’ - PlanetF1

Ferrari are taking the "full risk" of more engine failures by choosing not to turn down their engines.

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Permanent stewards would be “good progress” for Formula 1 – Perez | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Perez keen on permanent F1 stewards • Aston Martin sanctions contractors after abuse claims • iRacing weather system detailed

Read more: Permanent stewards would be “good progress” for Formula 1 – Perez | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Verstappen helmet fetching eye-watering price at auction - PlanetF1

The special edition helmet which Max Verstappen wore in Austria is about to raise a huge sum of money for charity.

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Norris says kick out abusive fans ‘for a while’, not life - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel said abusive fans should be banned for life, Lando Norris feels that is a little extreme.

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Mick ‘gained a lot of respect’ with gutsy Austria drive - PlanetF1

Mick Schumacher is now thriving under the pressure at Haas and has taken his game to the next level.

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Herbert sees ‘the inner Michael’ coming out in Mick - PlanetF1

Johnny Herbert now sees a key trait of Michael Schumacher emerging in the seven-time World Champion's son Mick Schumacher.

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Herta’s professional approach and physical preparation impressed McLaren – Seidl | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

McLaren team principal Andreas Seidl says the team were "quite impressed" by IndyCar driver Colton Herta after he completed a two-day test with them this week.

Read more: Herta’s professional approach and physical preparation impressed McLaren – Seidl | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Thursday, July 14, 2022

Sainz believes Ferrari ‘need to trust you’ with decision making - PlanetF1

While Carlos Sainz always prioritises Ferrari's needs, he knows when he needs to be trusted.

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Alonso still finding Formula 1 ‘too boring’ - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso says that the new regulations have not yet made Formula 1 more unpredictable, so it is still "boring".

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Similar strategies make sprint races ‘not the most exciting’ says Norris | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the RaceFans Round-up: Lack of strategy in sprints 'not exciting' - Norris • Bottas expects updates in Hungary • Piastri was told of possible race chance in Monaco

Read more: Similar strategies make sprint races ‘not the most exciting’ says Norris | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Ferrari VC: Leclerc/Sainz ‘best pair’ in Formula 1 - PlanetF1

Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz are the best driver pairing in Formula 1, says Ferrari vice chairman Piero Ferrari.

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Max accepted P3 was ‘maximum’ before Sainz DNF - PlanetF1

By the time Carlos Sainz's engine blew in Austria, Max Verstappen had already accepted that he was going to finish no higher than P3.

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Vettel to think about Aston Martin future in ‘coming weeks’ - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel is approaching the stage where he will make a decision on his future with Aston Martin.

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Verstappen not ruling out return of Red Bull-Mercedes tension - PlanetF1

Things could get fiery between Mercedes and Red Bull again in the second half of the season, predicts Max Verstappen.

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Masi breaks silence on departure from FIA after Abu Dhabi controversy | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Masi breaks silence on departure from FIA after Abu Dhabi controversy • Coloured carbon fibre may help teams' weight saving • Commentator suspended over Stroll comment

Read more: Masi breaks silence on departure from FIA after Abu Dhabi controversy | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Zhou proving the ‘perfect choice’ for Alfa Romeo - PlanetF1

Alfa Romeo could not be happier with having Zhou Guanyu in their team.

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Vettel: Losing Spa would be ‘wrong on so many levels’ - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen are firm believers that Spa should stay on the calendar.

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Tost discusses future of AlphaTauri’s ‘problem child’ - PlanetF1

AlphaTauri's "problem child" Yuki Tsunoda is far from guaranteed to stay with the team in 2023.

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Palou denies Ganassi’s claim he will stay as McLaren announce him as 2023 driver | IndyCar - RaceFans

Alex Palou has caused a sensation by rejecting his Ganassi team's claim he will continue to drive for them in 2023. McLaren SP say he will join them next year.

Read more: Palou denies Ganassi’s claim he will stay as McLaren announce him as 2023 driver | IndyCar - RaceFans

Red Bull may need no changes to meet skid blocks directive – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Red Bull may need no changes to meet skid blocks directive - Horner • Binotto could not watch final laps of Austrian Grand Prix • Racism investigation over Piquet comments

Read more: Red Bull may need no changes to meet skid blocks directive – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

K-Mag adamant he won’t block Mick: ‘I’m a team player’ - PlanetF1

Kevin Magnussen will not block his team-mate on track, saying they must work together for Haas.

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Ganassi picks up option on IndyCar champion Palou for 2023 | IndyCar - RaceFans

Alex Palou will remain at Ganassi in 2023 after the team exercised its option on the reigning IndyCar champion.

Read more: Ganassi picks up option on IndyCar champion Palou for 2023 | IndyCar - RaceFans

McLaren impressed as Herta eyes more F1 chances - PlanetF1

Colton Herta drove last year's McLaren as part of a three-day test.

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Monday, July 11, 2022

Hamilton says ‘We Race As One’ was ‘just words’ - PlanetF1

Formula 1’s ‘We Race As One’ initiative did not impress Lewis Hamilton with what it actually accomplished.

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DC urges Hamilton/Verstappen unity against fan abuse - PlanetF1

Seeing Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen standing together united could encourage fans to behave better, says David Coulthard.

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Sportword: Play daily F1 word game on Planet Sport - PlanetF1

We just had to make a Formula One version, didn't we?

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Schumacher understands why Vettel ‘felt the need to leave’ drivers’ meeting despite fine | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Schumacher understands why Vettel quit drivers' meeting • Albon encouraged by "first proper race" for upgraded FW44 • Fans' smoke no problem - drivers

Read more: Schumacher understands why Vettel ‘felt the need to leave’ drivers’ meeting despite fine | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Herta testing McLaren MCL35M in Portimão - PlanetF1

It marks the first Formula 1 test in the career of Colton Herta.

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Steiner: Less pressure has helped Schumacher turn form around - SkySports F1

Haas team principal Guenther Steiner believes a more relaxed approach has helped Mick Schumacher turn his form around, leading to back-to-back point-scoring finishes.

Read more: Steiner: Less pressure has helped Schumacher turn form around - SkySports F1

Albon hails ‘step forward’ with upgraded Williams - PlanetF1

Upgrades arrived for Alex Albon at Silverstone, but rain and then a crash meant he could not get a true feel for them until Austria.

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‘Horrible’ race capped Tsunoda’s ‘most difficult week’ - PlanetF1

Austria 2022 is not a weekend Yuki Tsunoda will look back upon with any fondness.

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Sunday, July 10, 2022

Gasly: AlphaTauri need ‘big reset’ after Austria woes - PlanetF1

It's safe to say Pierre Gasly wants to move on from the Austrian Grand Prix as quickly as possible.

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Vote for your 2022 Austrian Grand Prix Driver of the Weekend | 2022 Austrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Who was the best driver during the 2022 Austrian Grand Prix weekend? Compare how they did and vote for the best.

Read more: Vote for your 2022 Austrian Grand Prix Driver of the Weekend | 2022 Austrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

2022 Austrian Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and tyres | 2022 Austrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Having kept the chasing Ferraris at arm's length throughout the sprint race, Red Bull couldn't match their rivals on tyre degradation during the grand prix.

Read more: 2022 Austrian Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and tyres | 2022 Austrian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Norris: Parts of track limit enforcement a ‘bit stupid’ - PlanetF1

A staggering 43 laps were deleted during the Austrian Grand Prix, with Lando Norris feeling that track limits was taken too far in some cases.

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Russell bemoans ‘missed opportunity’ after Perez damage - PlanetF1

George Russell collided with Sergio Perez on the first lap in Austria, and he believes he lost a chunk of time with the damage he had.

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Saturday, July 9, 2022

Leclerc’s sprint race pace shows a Verstappen victory is no done deal in Austria | 2022 Austrian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

Max Verstappen may have controlled the sprint race, but Charles Leclerc's lap times were just as fast - when not fighting with his team mate.

Read more: Leclerc’s sprint race pace shows a Verstappen victory is no done deal in Austria | 2022 Austrian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

Perez frustrated to have ‘paid the price for FIA not policing track limits better’ | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Perez frustrated by track limits penalty • Gasly hoping to get through turn one unscathed • Yeany breaks wrist in F3 clash

Read more: Perez frustrated to have ‘paid the price for FIA not policing track limits better’ | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Vettel: Drivers are ‘best judges’ of what is fair racing - PlanetF1

Sebastian Vettel says F1 drivers "should be the best judges" of what is fair racing and what is not.

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Zhou explains glitch that caused aborted sprint start - PlanetF1

Forced to start from the pit lane, Zhou Guanyu has revealed what happened when his engine cut out just before the Austrian Grand Prix sprint start.

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Steiner: Schumacher/K-Mag swap wouldn’t have worked - PlanetF1

Haas boss Guenther Steiner disagrees with Mick Schumacher's claim that he and Kevin Magnussen should have been swapped around in the Austria sprint.

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Friday, July 8, 2022

Zhou frustrated as ‘risky’ one-lap push backfires - PlanetF1

Two push laps were working for Zhou Guanyu, but straying from that plan meant he was eliminated in Q1 in Austria.

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Wolff reacts to huge cheers as Hamilton crashed out - PlanetF1

Toto Wolff thinks Formula 1 fans need to be educated after Lewis Hamilton was cheered upon crashing out of Austrian Grand Prix qualifying.

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Floor damage ‘compromised’ Alonso’s qualy potential - PlanetF1

A broken floor left Fernando Alonso behind the two Haas cars on the grid for Austrian Grand Prix sprint qualifying.

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Ricciardo struggling to pinpoint reason for Q1 exit - PlanetF1

Daniel Ricciardo was unsure of the reason for his latest qualifying disappointment at the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Vettel: ‘Harsh’ to delete lap time, but Aston Martin ‘weak’ - PlanetF1

It is now three double Q1 exits in succession for Aston Martin.

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Norris explains brake problems after ‘frustrating’ qualy - PlanetF1

Lando Norris has described the braking issues that plagued him during Austrian Grand Prix qualifying.

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Russell ‘concerned’ about car’s condition after crash - PlanetF1

George Russell says he is having “a tricky couple of races” after crashing out of qualifying for the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

‘Carlos Sainz proved he is not Leclerc’s wingman’ - PlanetF1

Carlos Sainz proved at Silverstone that he's not a "wingman..."

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Russell recalls rushing over to check on Zhou - PlanetF1

George Russell did the "natural" thing in wanting to check on Zhou Guanyu immediately after his crash.

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Race guide for the Austrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Servus & Grüß Gott! Following the nail-biting British Grand Prix just a week ago, Formula 1 returns to race action this weekend as the field descends at Spielberg for the Austrian Grand Prix. F1Technical's Balázs Szabó delivers his preview on Round 11 of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship.

Read more: Race guide for the Austrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Verstappen: ‘Nice at 37 Hamilton can learn how to hit F1 apex’ - Motorsport.com

Hamilton and Verstappen experienced a fierce rivalry through their fight for last year’s F1 championship, going wheel-to-wheel at a number of races that included a handful of collisions.
The first major incident between the two drivers came at last year’s British Grand Prix, where they collided when battling for the lead at Copse on the opening lap of the race. The high-speed collision ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: ‘Nice at 37 Hamilton can learn how to hit F1 apex’ - Motorsport.com

Sainz Sr slams penalty after huge Extreme E crash - PlanetF1

Carlos Sainz Sr was involved in a heavy crash in an Extreme E race.

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

2022 F1 Austrian Grand Prix session timings and preview - Motorsport.com

The sprint format returns this weekend for only the second time this season, having previously been employed at Imola. That means qualifying will take place on Friday and determine the starting order for the 100km Sprint on Saturday, the results of which will in turn set the grid for the grand prix.
Due to long straight and limited number of corners, the Austrian GP will play to the strengths ...Keep reading

Read more: 2022 F1 Austrian Grand Prix session timings and preview - Motorsport.com

Albon will have new-spec Williams in Austria again after damage repair | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round up: Albon will have new-spec Williams in Austria again after damage repair • Norris warns over sausage kerb crashes • Lawson yet to learn when he'll drive Red Bull

Read more: Albon will have new-spec Williams in Austria again after damage repair | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Schumacher took lessons for the future in Verstappen battle - PlanetF1

Mick Schumacher plans on becoming a title challenger, so his battle with reigning champion and current leader Max Verstappen in Silverstone was an important lesson.

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Alesi heaps praise on Leclerc for Silverstone defence - PlanetF1

Charles Leclerc produced an impressive defensive performance on older tyres.

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Haas won’t ‘introduce updates indiscriminately’ - PlanetF1

Haas upgrades coming, perhaps in Hungary...

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Ecclestone takes another swipe at Hamilton - PlanetF1

Bernie Ecclestone has not backed down from his criticism of Lewis Hamilton.

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Some Ferrari staff refused to attend Silverstone podium – report - PlanetF1

Some Ferrari staff are said to have initially refused to attend the ceremony.

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Sportword: Play daily F1 word game on Planet Sport - PlanetF1

We just had to make a Formula One version, didn't we?

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Dad told me I was going to be a bus driver, not a world champion – Verstappen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Dad told me I was going to be a bus driver - Verstappen • Stop using sprint races to decide grid - Magnussen • Piquet says racism charge is linked to his support of Bolsonaro

Read more: Dad told me I was going to be a bus driver, not a world champion – Verstappen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Bottas reveals Alfa Romeo’s number one priority - PlanetF1

Valtteri Bottas endured another point-less race last time out at Silverstone.

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Covid restrictions could hinder Kyalami’s F1 return - PlanetF1

A South African GP is reportedly in the offing, but Covid could make it a non-event.

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Monday, July 4, 2022

Perez admits he ‘got lucky’ with Safety Car timing - PlanetF1

P2 must have been much more than Sergio Perez had hoped for after an early front-wing change at the British Grand Prix.

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F1 legends pay tribute to Sir Frank Williams - Motorsport.com

The Memorial Mass of Thanksgiving at Westminster Cathedral was timed for the day after the British GP in order allow as many F1 regulars as possible to be present.
Over 600 people attended the service, with many past Williams F1 drivers among the well-known names in attendance, including Nigel Mansell, Damon Hill, Jenson Button, Valtteri Bottas, Nick Heidfeld, Martin Brundle, Antonio Pizzonia ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 legends pay tribute to Sir Frank Williams - Motorsport.com

F1 legends pay tribute to Sir Frank Williams - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Tsunoda apologises for collision with team-mate Gasly - PlanetF1

Yuki Tsunoda sent both AlphaTauris into a spin at Silverstone, damaging his and Pierre Gasly's car.

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Ricciardo mystified by ‘odd’ lack of Silverstone pace - PlanetF1

Daniel Ricciardo was "a little bit confused" as to why he was trailing around in the rear of the field at Silverstone.

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Sunday, July 3, 2022

F1 CEO Domenicali slams British GP climate protestors - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Just Stop Oil climate activist group has claimed responsibility for demonstrators who jumped the barrier by the bridge on the Wellington Straight at Silverstone and sat on the track.
The race was red flagged for the terrifying first-corner Zhou Guanyu shunt as then leader Max Verstappen came across the protestors before marshals arrived on the scene.
Northamptonshire police, who received ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 CEO Domenicali slams British GP climate protestors - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

‘There’s people sitting on the track!’: How F1 drivers saw the British GP protest | 2022 British Grand Prix - RaceFans

Seven Formula 1 drivers warned their teams they could see people on the track as protesters targeted today's British Grand Prix.

Read more: ‘There’s people sitting on the track!’: How F1 drivers saw the British GP protest | 2022 British Grand Prix - RaceFans

Wolff: ‘Without the Safety Car, Hamilton would have won’ - PlanetF1

Toto Wolff was encouraged by the improved performance of the W13 at Silverstone, even if he felt Lewis Hamilton had a chance to win snatched away.

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Albon released from hospital following Silverstone crash - PlanetF1

Alex Albon was sent careering into the wall following a collision with Aston Martin's Sebastian Vettel.

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Alonso: Thrilling conclusion ‘fun to watch from behind’ - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso would have enjoyed being involved at the front more

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Albon released from hospital after British GP F1 crash - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Albon was hit from behind by Sebastian Vettel as drivers braked to avoid the collision between Guanyu Zhou and George Russell off the start line.
That contact sent him sharp right into the pit wall and he was then hit by other cars as he bounced back into the middle of the track.
After his car came to a stop he radioed the team to say he was fine, but the medical team took its time in taking ...Keep reading

Read more: Albon released from hospital after British GP F1 crash - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Saturday, July 2, 2022

Russell ‘lost confidence lap after lap’ in Q3 - PlanetF1

George Russell will start P8 while his team-mate Lewis Hamilton starts P5.

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Hamilton "fighting for front row" until final F1 qualifying lap - Motorsport.com

The Mercedes driver ended qualifying for his home race in fifth place despite posting earlier laptimes which kept him in the battle for the front row, having briefly held second place in Q3.
But Hamilton conceded he lost out when he backed off during his penultimate lap in Q3 to charge his battery, only for the rain to intensify on his last lap.
"In the rain we were fighting for the front ...Keep reading

Read more: Hamilton "fighting for front row" until final F1 qualifying lap - Motorsport.com

Albon: Team missed ‘simple thing’ by doing cooldown laps - PlanetF1

Alex Albon wasn't a happy man after being knocked out in Q1 on Saturday.

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O’Ward becomes ninth different IndyCar pole sitter in nine rounds at Mid-Ohio | IndyCar - RaceFans

Patricio O'Ward will start on pole with an opportunity to gain ground in the championship tomorrow at the Mid-Ohio circuit.

Read more: O’Ward becomes ninth different IndyCar pole sitter in nine rounds at Mid-Ohio | IndyCar - RaceFans

Norris focused on Alonso, will wave Russell through - PlanetF1

Lando Norris sees Fernando Alonso, not George Russell, as his true competition at Silverstone.

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Friday, July 1, 2022

Mercedes and McLaren gains raise prospect of closest qualifying yet – rain or shine | 2022 British Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

With Mercedes on Ferrari's heels and Red Bull with work to do, will this be the most closely contested Saturday of the season so far?

Read more: Mercedes and McLaren gains raise prospect of closest qualifying yet – rain or shine | 2022 British Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Why Red Bull has added a shelf to its F1 engine cover - Motorsport.com

The team has made a significant change to the shape of the bodywork where the sidepods and engine cover meet.
This has created distinctive channels for which the airflow will follow, both over the sidepod and from over the shoulder of the halo.
Interestingly, if we compare it to Red Bull's sister squad AlphaTauri, it's somewhat of a kindred spirit with the AT03 which has sported this 'shelf' ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Red Bull has added a shelf to its F1 engine cover - Motorsport.com

Mercedes reveals extent of F1 upgrades for British GP - Motorsport.com

The changes, which have to be notified to the FIA before the cars are allowed to run on track, include revised front suspension, sidepod vanes, floor, rear wings and bib wing tweaks.
On the front suspension, Mercedes has added volume to the pushrod and rear leg components where they meet the chassis.
The team explained the reason for this tweak was to downwash the flow local to the chassis ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes reveals extent of F1 upgrades for British GP - Motorsport.com

Norris wary rivals may have turned engine down in FP2 - PlanetF1

Lando Norris gave the home crowd hope of a strong result with a P2 finish on Friday.

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Silverstone exposes AlphaTauri’s F1 weaknesses, says Gasly - Motorsport.com

The Italian squad endured a difficult first day of practice, with Gasly ending up 18th in the dry FP2 and teammate Yuki Tsunoda only two places further ahead.
Although Gasly says his afternoon running was not helped by car damage, he says that the AT03’s deficit to its rivals on the kind of quick corners that make up the Silverstone circuit explain its form.
“It clearly exposes us,” he ...Keep reading

Read more: Silverstone exposes AlphaTauri’s F1 weaknesses, says Gasly - Motorsport.com

Hamilton: We’re not ‘miles off’ Red Bull and Ferrari - PlanetF1

With some fine tuning, Lewis Hamilton feels Mercedes will be keeping Ferrari and Red Bull honest at his home race.

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Alonso optimistic for wet qualy despite ‘lost’ FP1 session - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso has been a bit of a wet weather specialist this season.

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