Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Belgian GP ‘probably our best weekend since I joined the team’ – Ocon | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ocon hails Alpine's best weekend of the season • Tsunoda coy on his Honda future • Dennis extends stay at Andretti

Read more: Belgian GP ‘probably our best weekend since I joined the team’ – Ocon | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 to trial using DRS through Zandvoort’s banked final corner | 2022 Dutch GP - RaceFans

Formula 1 will trial using an extended main DRS zone at Zandvoort which runs through its steeply-banked final corner.

Read more: F1 to trial using DRS through Zandvoort’s banked final corner | 2022 Dutch GP - RaceFans

Ferrari: Spa straightline speed deficit to Red Bull not a concern for Monza - Motorsport.com

Red Bull swept to a dominant victory in the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday as Max Verstappen charged from 14th on the grid to win ahead of teammate Sergio Perez.
The performance saw both Red Bull drivers display a mighty straightline speed, allowing Verstappen to ease past cars using DRS at the end of the long straights.
Red Bull has been strong in a straight line all season long, putting it ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: Spa straightline speed deficit to Red Bull not a concern for Monza - Motorsport.com

Will first Dutch champion produce more heroics at home? Five Zandvoort talking points | 2022 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Max Verstappen arrives at his home race on a high after two superb victories. Will he deliver another home win this weekend?

Read more: Will first Dutch champion produce more heroics at home? Five Zandvoort talking points | 2022 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Tuesday, August 30, 2022

What makes Max Verstappen so good? - SkySports F1



Read more: What makes Max Verstappen so good? - SkySports F1

Verstappen: Coming races may be ‘more difficult’ after Spa suited car ‘perfectly’ | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen predicts 'more difficult' races • McLaren lose out in DRS zones - Norris • Magnussen eager for Zandvoort return

Read more: Verstappen: Coming races may be ‘more difficult’ after Spa suited car ‘perfectly’ | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Albon buoyed by train of cars fighting him for 10th in Spa F1 race - Motorsport.com

Albon started sixth after reaching Q3 and benefitting from other drivers getting penalties, and found himself clinging to the points-paying positions during the race.
Albon came under pressure from Aston Martin's Lance Stroll at the start of the final stint, but the impressive top speed of the Williams meant he could keep the Canadian at bay.
As Stroll struggled to find a way through, he was ...Keep reading

Read more: Albon buoyed by train of cars fighting him for 10th in Spa F1 race - Motorsport.com

F1 to trial DRS through Zandvoort banking in Dutch GP FP1 - Motorsport.com

In the wake of Max Verstappen's booming popularity, Formula 1 returned to Zandvoort last year for the first time since 1985.
As part of the revamp to accommodate F1, Zandvoort's final turn – the sweeping Arie Luyendyk Bocht – received an 18-degree banking to increase cornering speeds.
Originally Zandvoort's second DRS zone was planned to start before the flat-out right-hander to boost ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 to trial DRS through Zandvoort banking in Dutch GP FP1 - Motorsport.com

F1 to trial DRS through Zandvoort banking in Dutch GP FP1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

In the wake of Max Verstappen's booming popularity, Formula 1 returned to Zandvoort last year for the first time since 1985.
As part of the revamp to accommodate F1, Zandvoort's final turn – the sweeping Arie Luyendyk Bocht – received an 18-degree banking to increase cornering speeds.
Originally Zandvoort's second DRS zone was planned to start before the flat-out right-hander to boost ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 to trial DRS through Zandvoort banking in Dutch GP FP1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Verstappen is second driver to win back-to-back races starting no higher than 10th | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Max Verstappen has won the last two races from double-digit starting positions - a feat which only one other Formula 1 driver ever achieved.

Read more: Verstappen is second driver to win back-to-back races starting no higher than 10th | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

2022 Belgian Grand Prix driver ratings | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

One Belgian Grand Prix driver received the highest score we've awarded in our ratings so far this year. Here is RaceFans' verdict on all 20 competitors.

Read more: 2022 Belgian Grand Prix driver ratings | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Sunday, August 28, 2022

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

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

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

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

The raw numbers of Max Verstappen's scorching run to victory in the Belgian Grand Prix are deeply impressive.

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

Teams' reactions following the Belgian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Round 14 of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship, the Belgian Grand Prix saw Max Verstappen charge from 14th on the grid to claim a dominant victory with his team mate Sergio Perez completing a one-two for Red Bull. With Charles Leclerc finishing down in P6, the reigning world champion managed to further extend his F1 championship lead.

Read more: Teams' reactions following the Belgian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

'Verstappen on scary form' | Horner: One of Red Bull’s best ever GPs - SkySports F1

Max Verstappen has insisted he and Red Bull "want more" success and will not lose focus after a dominant display at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Read more: 'Verstappen on scary form' | Horner: One of Red Bull’s best ever GPs - SkySports F1

Spa extends its F1 contract for next year - F1technical.net

On the eve of this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix, Formula One has confirmed that the venue will remain on 2023 calendar following an agreement to extend the race’s partnership.

Read more: Spa extends its F1 contract for next year - F1technical.net

Dutch Grand Prix: How to follow Formula 1 season on BBC radio and online - BBC F1

The 2022 Formula 1 season continues with the Dutch Grand Prix - listen to BBC radio commentary and follow live text updates.

Read more: Dutch Grand Prix: How to follow Formula 1 season on BBC radio and online - BBC F1

Wolff question’s Piastri’s “this is wrong" F1 tweet - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

In the wake of Fernando Alonso’s move to Aston Martin, Alpine moved quickly to confirm its intention to give Piastri the race seat.
However, the team was already well aware that Piastri had also signed a contract with McLaren, and intended to race for the Woking outfit.
Piastri quickly took to social media to make it clear that he had no intention of taking up the Alpine seat, concluding ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff question’s Piastri’s “this is wrong" F1 tweet - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ocon told Alpine he wants Schumacher as team mate amid Gasly rumours | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Esteban Ocon has told his Alpine team who he would prefer to drive alongside next year as they seek a replacement for Fernando Alonso.

Read more: Ocon told Alpine he wants Schumacher as team mate amid Gasly rumours | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

2022 F1 Belgian Grand Prix – How to watch, start time & more - Motorsport.com

Red Bull's Max Verstappen topped qualifying on Saturday by a big margin but will have to start the race from 15th on the grid due to a penalty for exceeding his allocation of power unit elements.
Verstappen's title rival Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) has also been hit with the same penalty and will be taking the start from 16th place.
However, a Ferrari and a Red Bull will share the front row of ...Keep reading

Read more: 2022 F1 Belgian Grand Prix – How to watch, start time & more - Motorsport.com

Saturday, August 27, 2022

Steiner: Triple header “important” for deciding 2023 driver line-up | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Next races "important" to decide 2023 Haas driver plans • Doohan keen for practice runs • Trulli disqualified from F3 sprint race

Read more: Steiner: Triple header “important” for deciding 2023 driver line-up | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Red Bull turn the difficulty up for Verstappen but he’s still a victory contender | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

Max Verstappen may be starting far down the grid for the Belgian Grand Prix, but his sheer speed makes him a genuine victory contender.

Read more: Red Bull turn the difficulty up for Verstappen but he’s still a victory contender | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix pre-race analysis - RaceFans

Norris: No sympathy for Ricciardo’s F1 struggles with MCL36 - Motorsport.com

Norris insists that this year’s machine initially didn’t suit him either, and he has had to change his driving style in order to perform at a high level.
He said that he had tried to assist Ricciardo by sharing information, but stressed that ultimately it was not his responsibility to help his teammate get up to speed.
Asked if he had any sympathy for Ricciardo’s situation given how ...Keep reading

Read more: Norris: No sympathy for Ricciardo’s F1 struggles with MCL36 - Motorsport.com

F1 Belgian Grand Prix qualifying – Start time, how to watch, channel - Motorsport.com

Red Bull's Max Verstappen led the way in second practice on Friday, heading the Ferrari of title rival Charles Leclerc by almost nine tenths of a second.
Both drivers, however, will have to start the race near the back of the grid for exceeding their power unit allocation for this year.
McLaren's Lando Norris finished third-fastest in practice, albeit a second down on Verstappen, while Lance ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Belgian Grand Prix qualifying – Start time, how to watch, channel - Motorsport.com

McLaren taking Piastri 'risk'? Who signs Ricciardo? F1's big transfer debate - SkySports F1



Read more: McLaren taking Piastri 'risk'? Who signs Ricciardo? F1's big transfer debate - SkySports F1

Friday, August 26, 2022

Audi hopes for ‘a German driver and German GP’ when it joins F1 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Audi hopes to have German driver and German GP in 2026 • McLaren did everything to help Ricciardo - Brown • Lawson regrets missing soft tyre run

Read more: Audi hopes for ‘a German driver and German GP’ when it joins F1 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Will Ferrari’s focus on race pace pay off after Red Bull’s daunting practice showing? | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Max Verstappen flew on Friday at Spa. But he'll line up at the back of the grid behind title rival Charles Leclerc, giving hope to Ferrari.

Read more: Will Ferrari’s focus on race pace pay off after Red Bull’s daunting practice showing? | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

F1 Belgian GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

On an action-packed day both on and off the track at Spa-Francorchamps, the F1 world championship leader topped second practice by almost nine-tenths of a second from title rival Charles Leclerc.
But both drivers are set to start the Belgian GP from the back of the grid due to respective engine change penalties – which are also set to hit Lando Norris, Esteban Ocon, Valtteri Bottas and Mick ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Belgian GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 Belgian GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

On an action-packed day both on and off the track at Spa-Francorchamps, the F1 world championship leader topped second practice by almost nine-tenths of a second from title rival Charles Leclerc.
But both drivers are set to start the Belgian GP from the back of the grid due to respective engine change penalties – which are also set to hit Lando Norris, Esteban Ocon, Valtteri Bottas and Mick ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Belgian GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Audi announces Formula 1 entry from 2026 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Confirmation arrived from Audi on Friday morning ahead of this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix after the next cycle of power unit regulations was finalised by the FIA last week.
Audi’s entry marks the first major step into F1 from 2026 for the Volkswagen Group. It is set to be joined on the grid from 2026 by sister brand Porsche through a partnership with Red Bull.
Audi will develop its new ...Keep reading

Read more: Audi announces Formula 1 entry from 2026 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Audi confirms Formula 1 entry from 2026 - SkySports F1

Audi has confirmed its Formula 1 entry from 2026.

Read more: Audi confirms Formula 1 entry from 2026 - SkySports F1

Avoid language which may discourage women from entering motorsport – Vettel | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Sebastian Vettel warned against discouraging women from entering motorsport after Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said he doesn't expect a female driver to join the series within the next five years.

Read more: Avoid language which may discourage women from entering motorsport – Vettel | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Thursday, August 25, 2022

Verstappen vs Leclerc: The story of F1's new gripping title duel - SkySports F1

New cars. New driver line-ups. And a new title battle. Formula 1 2022 has delivered thrills and drama aplenty, with its championship protagonists Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc rarely far apart on track.

Read more: Verstappen vs Leclerc: The story of F1's new gripping title duel - SkySports F1

F1’s new porpoising measures for 2023 “over the top” – Verstappen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Porpoising rules unnecessary, says Verstappen • Ricciardo would consider sabbatical from F1 • Tsunoda resisted Lawson Spa swap

Read more: F1’s new porpoising measures for 2023 “over the top” – Verstappen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Belgian Grand Prix: Lando Norris feels no sympathy for McLaren team-mate Daniel Ricciardo - BBC F1

Lando Norris says he feels no sympathy for team-mate Daniel Ricciardo following the Australian's split with McLaren.

Read more: Belgian Grand Prix: Lando Norris feels no sympathy for McLaren team-mate Daniel Ricciardo - BBC F1

Leclerc admits 2022 F1 title revival “a very difficult challenge” - Motorsport.com

Leclerc comes into this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix 80 points down on standings leader Max Verstappen following a DNF in France while he was leading and a questionable strategy from Ferrari in Hungary, dropping him to sixth while Verstappen won the race.
Ahead of the resumption of hostilities, Leclerc admitted he was worn out by an “accumulation of emotions” in the first half of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Leclerc admits 2022 F1 title revival “a very difficult challenge” - Motorsport.com

Race guide for the Belgian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

It’s race week again! Following a four-week summer break after the Hungarian Grand Prix, teams and drivers are ready to return to action for the first of nine events in just 13 weeks that will close out the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship. F1Technical’s Balázs Szabó picks out the vital facts about the forthcoming Belgian Grand Prix.

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

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

“Very unlikely” F1 will have a female driver within the next five years | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: "Very unlikely" F1 will have a female driver within the next five years • Calderon replaces Bolukbasi in F2 • Magnussen gets new race engineer

Read more: “Very unlikely” F1 will have a female driver within the next five years | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Domenicali: Spa could keep its place on 2023 F1 calendar - Motorsport.com

Although the current deal with the venue ends this year, and it doesn’t have a place on the yet-to-be-published 24-race schedule for next season, Spa is in effect first reserve – pending news on other events.
The Chinese GP is supposed to be returning in 2023 after an absence of three seasons, but COVID measures remain a major issue in the country, and especially in the Shanghai area where ...Keep reading

Read more: Domenicali: Spa could keep its place on 2023 F1 calendar - Motorsport.com

Domenicali: Spa could keep its place on 2023 F1 calendar - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Although the current deal with the venue ends this year, and it doesn’t have a place on the yet-to-be-published 24-race schedule for next season, Spa is in effect first reserve – pending news on other events.
The Chinese GP is supposed to be returning in 2023 after an absence of three seasons, but COVID measures remain a major issue in the country, and especially in the Shanghai area where ...Keep reading

Read more: Domenicali: Spa could keep its place on 2023 F1 calendar - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Domenicali: Spa could keep its place on 2023 F1 calendar - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Although the current deal with the venue ends this year, and it doesn’t have a place on the yet-to-be-published 24-race schedule for next season, Spa is in effect first reserve – pending news on other events.
The Chinese GP is supposed to be returning in 2023 after an absence of three seasons, but COVID measures remain a major issue in the country, and especially in the Shanghai area where ...Keep reading

Read more: Domenicali: Spa could keep its place on 2023 F1 calendar - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 needs less practice, more points-paying sessions at race weekends – Domenicali | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali wants every on-track session apart from first practice to offer 'points or awards'.

Read more: F1 needs less practice, more points-paying sessions at race weekends – Domenicali | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Stefano Domenicali: F1 chief does not expect female driver in next five years - BBC F1

Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali does not expect a woman to race at the top level of the sport in the next five years.

Read more: Stefano Domenicali: F1 chief does not expect female driver in next five years - BBC F1

Eau Rouge remains flat out for F1 at "faster" revamped Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

As part of an €80m overhaul of F1’s Belgian Grand Prix venue, major changes have been made at Eau Rouge and a selection of other corners to improve safety.
And with the famous turn being so well-known in F1, the track was determined that its character should not be altered through the works.
Jarno Zaffelli, founder of the Dromo Circuit design company that was in charge of the Spa ...Keep reading

Read more: Eau Rouge remains flat out for F1 at "faster" revamped Spa - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Eau Rouge remains flat out for F1 at "faster" revamped Spa - Motorsport.com

As part of an 80 million Euro overhaul of F1’s Belgian Grand Prix venue, major changes have been made at Eau Rouge and a selection of other corners to improve safety.
And with the famous turn being so well-known in F1, the track was determined that its character should not be altered through the works.
Jarno Zaffelli, founder of the Dromo Circuit design company that was in charge of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Eau Rouge remains flat out for F1 at "faster" revamped Spa - Motorsport.com

Interview: Magnussen on comeback nerves and being a different kind of F1 father | News Focus - RaceFans

RaceFans spoke to Kevin Magnussen about why he felt "nervous" ahead of his comeback and how he mixes being a parent with being a Formula 1 driver.

Read more: Interview: Magnussen on comeback nerves and being a different kind of F1 father | News Focus - RaceFans

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Why Hamilton is right to consider extending F1 career - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton has previously admitted he has given retirement serious consideration for several years. But each time, he has renewed.

Read more: Why Hamilton is right to consider extending F1 career - SkySports F1

Spa’s run-off changes will make it ‘safer but more challenging’ | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Spa run-off changes will make it 'safer but more challenging' • Schumacher Ferrari sells for £5.2m • Audi tipped to announce Sauber F1 deal

Read more: Spa’s run-off changes will make it ‘safer but more challenging’ | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Formula 1: What should you look out for as F1 returns after its summer break? - BBC F1

Can Max Verstappen be stopped? Will a rule change help Mercedes? Andrew Benson picks out the key themes as Formula 1 returns.

Read more: Formula 1: What should you look out for as F1 returns after its summer break? - BBC F1

Ferrari: "Wrong" to pin F1 2022 progress on rules headstart - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After two years without a victory, Ferrari has emerged as a championship challenger this year, with both Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz grabbing wins in the first half of the 2022 campaign.
The team was well aware of the opportunities that the new rules reset would offer, as it pushed extra hard to ensure its F1-75 was as competitive as possible.
But while some suggested that Ferrari made ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: "Wrong" to pin F1 2022 progress on rules headstart - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ferrari: "Wrong" to pin F1 2022 progress on rules headstart - Motorsport.com

After two years without a victory, Ferrari has emerged as a championship challenger this year, with both Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz grabbing wins in the first half of the 2022 campaign.
The team was well aware of the opportunities that the new rules reset would offer, as it pushed extra hard to ensure its F1-75 was as competitive as possible.
But while some suggested that Ferrari made ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: "Wrong" to pin F1 2022 progress on rules headstart - Motorsport.com

Why Steiner prefers his F1 drivers have ‘nowhere to hide’ - Motorsport.com

Never one to hold back on his true feelings, Steiner can sometimes be pretty brutal when it comes to speaking out about errors that he, his team and especially his drivers may have made in the heat of competition.
It’s part of his personality and, in being far from a boring corporate boss who just spouts PR lines, it has made him a must-speak-to figure in the paddock.
But that is not to ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Steiner prefers his F1 drivers have ‘nowhere to hide’ - Motorsport.com

Last time around La Source? Five Belgian GP talking points | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Spa-Francorchamps has had a major face lift for 2022, but could this weekend's race be the last fans will be able to enjoy around the iconic Belgian circuit?

Read more: Last time around La Source? Five Belgian GP talking points | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Monday, August 22, 2022

Who's been the 2022 star? Ranking F1's top five drivers of the season so far - SkySports F1

From the youngster who has proved 2021 was not a one-off to the man who seemingly has "no weaknesses" in the car, Sky Sports F1's Karun Chandhok has given his verdict on the top five drivers so far this season.

Read more: Who's been the 2022 star? Ranking F1's top five drivers of the season so far - SkySports F1

Updated F1 22 driver ratings moves Verstappen to top and Russell past Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: New F1 22 ratings sees Leclerc drop behind Russell • Ecclestone appears in court on fraud charge • Zendeli steps in for Caldwell

Read more: Updated F1 22 driver ratings moves Verstappen to top and Russell past Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Ferrari: Question marks remain over F1 cost cap policing - Motorsport.com

F1's gliding budget cap was set at $140m for 2022, with $1.2m added for having more than 21 races and as an extra allowance for sprint race costs.
After long discussions that figure exceptionally increased by 3.1% to help teams stay under the cap in the face of rising inflation, and the allowance remains subject to a planned 3% indexation in 2023.
While the cap has been hailed as one of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: Question marks remain over F1 cost cap policing - Motorsport.com

Ferrari: Question marks remain over F1 cost cap policing - Autosport.com - Supercars - Stories

F1's gliding budget cap was set at $140m for 2022, with $1.2m added for having more than 21 races and as an extra allowance for sprint race costs.
After long discussions that figure exceptionally increased by 3.1% to help teams stay under the cap in the face of rising inflation, and the allowance remains subject to a planned 3% indexation in 2023.
While the cap has been hailed as one of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: Question marks remain over F1 cost cap policing - Autosport.com - Supercars - Stories

Masi linked to second new role - Motorsport.com - Supercars - Stories

Masi is set to become the new chairman of the Supercars Commission, marking a return to the category where he cut his teeth before joining the FIA.
He will replace outgoing chairman Neil Crompton who is understood to have lost his post due to key figures wanting to bring Masi on board.
Supercars is thought to have been seeking approval from teams for Masi's appointment during the Sandown ...Keep reading

Read more: Masi linked to second new role - Motorsport.com - Supercars - Stories

2022 Belgian Grand Prix TV Times | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

It's race week! Formula 1 heads to Spa-Francorchamps this weekend. Here's how to watch the Belgian Grand Prix plus F2 and F3.

Read more: 2022 Belgian Grand Prix TV Times | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Sunday, August 21, 2022

Leclerc restarts Max chase as F1 returns... with Hamilton on the rise - SkySports F1

The Formula 1 season restarts at one of its most iconic circuits this week, with the Belgian Grand Prix the first of nine races that will determine the outcome of 2022's world championship battles.

Read more: Leclerc restarts Max chase as F1 returns... with Hamilton on the rise - SkySports F1

F1 is back! When to watch Belgian GP on Sky Sports - SkySports F1

Formula 1 is back this weekend - and you can watch all the action live on Sky Sports F1 as a rollercoaster season resumes with the Belgian Grand Prix.

Read more: F1 is back! When to watch Belgian GP on Sky Sports - SkySports F1

McLaren “set for strong second half of the season” – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Seidl confident for McLaren as season resumes • Raikkonen crashed out of NASCAR Cup debut • Jos Verstappen completes WRC rally

Read more: McLaren “set for strong second half of the season” – Seidl | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

2022 mid-season F1 driver rankings part four: 5-1 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

The fourth and final part of the RaceFans mid-season driver rankings covers those who have been the very best performers so far in 2022.

Read more: 2022 mid-season F1 driver rankings part four: 5-1 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Albon: "Value of success" main difference between Red Bull and Williams in F1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Albon was promoted from Toro Rosso to Red Bull halfway through the 2019 season at the expense of Pierre Gasly, but just like the Frenchman he struggled to make an immediate impact alongside team leader Max Verstappen.
At the end of the 2020 season Albon was pushed aside in favour of Sergio Perez and spent 2021 on the sidelines, only to make a return this year with Williams.
While Williams ...Keep reading

Read more: Albon: "Value of success" main difference between Red Bull and Williams in F1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Why Ricciardo sees Perez as proof of how quickly F1 careers can turn around - Motorsport.com

Ricciardo looks set to leave McLaren at the end of the 2022 season as the team looks to agree terms to end his contract early, having swooped to sign Oscar Piastri to partner Lando Norris. 
It will bring to an end two difficult seasons for Ricciardo at McLaren, where despite scoring the team’s first victory in almost nine years at Monza last year, he has struggled to match Norris for ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Ricciardo sees Perez as proof of how quickly F1 careers can turn around - Motorsport.com

Saturday, August 20, 2022

“Formula 1’s Unsung Pioneers” book reviewed | Reviews - RaceFans

Attempting to spotlight an underappreciated racing team, 'Formula 1's Unsung Pioneers' chronicles British Racing Partnership. But is it a story worth discovering?

Read more: “Formula 1’s Unsung Pioneers” book reviewed | Reviews - RaceFans

How Ferrari's blunders have hampered Leclerc's title charge - SkySports F1

In a way, the Hungarian GP perfectly encapsulated Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen's seasons and a title challenge gone wrong for Ferrari.

Read more: How Ferrari's blunders have hampered Leclerc's title charge - SkySports F1

Newgarden waits out rain delay to win in Gateway, close within three points of Power | IndyCar - RaceFans

Josef Newgarden scored his fifth win of the season in the St. Louis 500 at Gateway Motorsports Park, and took a major leap forward towards his third IndyCar title.

Read more: Newgarden waits out rain delay to win in Gateway, close within three points of Power | IndyCar - RaceFans

IndyCar’s racing quality “under-credited” – Newgarden | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: IndyCar "under-credited" says Newgarden • Bottas enjoying first season at Alfa Romeo • MotoGP adopts sprint races for 2023

Read more: IndyCar’s racing quality “under-credited” – Newgarden | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

McLaren F1 driver Norris keen to try rallying in the future - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Norris made his F1 debut with McLaren in 2019 after rising through the single-seater ranks, but he sampled sportscar racing with an appearance at the Daytona 24 Hours in 2018 when he raced for the United Autosports LMP2 squad co-owned by his McLaren F1 boss Zak Brown . 
But Norris is now eager to give another motorsport discipline a go and try his hand in a rally car at some point in the ...Keep reading

Read more: McLaren F1 driver Norris keen to try rallying in the future - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

McLaren F1 driver Norris keen to try rallying in the future - Motorsport.com

Norris made his F1 debut with McLaren in 2019 after rising through the single-seater ranks, but he sampled sportscar racing with an appearance at the Daytona 24 Hours in 2018 when he raced alongside Fernando Alonso for United Autosports. 
But Norris is now eager to give another motorsport discipline a go and try his hand in a rally car at some point in the future. 
It came after ...Keep reading

Read more: McLaren F1 driver Norris keen to try rallying in the future - Motorsport.com

Castroneves signs IndyCar extension with Meyer Shank for 2023 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Castroneves signs Meyer Shank extension for 2023 • Silverstone protesters appear in court • Masi in line for Aussie Supercars role

Read more: Castroneves signs IndyCar extension with Meyer Shank for 2023 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

2022 mid-season F1 driver ranking part 3: 10-6 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

The penultimate part of the RaceFans mid-season driver rankings sees the first batch of drivers in the top ten of the field so far in 2022.

Read more: 2022 mid-season F1 driver ranking part 3: 10-6 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Friday, August 19, 2022

Power ties Andretti’s pole position record at Gateway | IndyCar - RaceFans

IndyCar points leader Will Power secured a record-equalling 67th career pole position in qualifying for the 500km oval race at Gateway.

Read more: Power ties Andretti’s pole position record at Gateway | IndyCar - RaceFans

Verstappen: No quick solution to extremely heavy F1 cars - Motorsport.com

F1 cars have gotten gradually heavier over the past few rules cycles, with the 2022 regulations causing a 46kg increase, largely due to new safety improvements such as strengthened impact structures.
The new generation of cars has a minimum weight set at 798kg without fuel. Add a full fuel load of 110kg and that means cars weigh over 900kg as they line up for the start of a grand prix.
It's ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: No quick solution to extremely heavy F1 cars - Motorsport.com

Schumacher: People too quick to criticise in F1 these days - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Schumacher came under fire after a messy opening phase to the season, which featured a high-speed qualifying shunt in Saudi Arabia that led to him missing the race, a clumsy collision with Sebastian Vettel in Miami and then a big crash at the Swimming Pool during the Monaco Grand Prix. 
Schumacher’s form has since improved. He qualified a career-best sixth in ...Keep reading

Read more: Schumacher: People too quick to criticise in F1 these days - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alonso: I need to destroy whatever strengths other people have - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Despite being the oldest driver on the grid at 41, the 2005 and 2006 champion has proved throughout 2022 that he remains at the top of his abilities – adding the benefits of experience to the raw natural talent that he has carried throughout his career. 
One aspect that has been especially fascinating this year has been observing the attention to detail that the Alpine driver has when it ...Keep reading

Read more: Alonso: I need to destroy whatever strengths other people have - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alonso: I need to destroy whatever strengths other people have - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Despite being the oldest driver on the grid at 41, the 2005 and 2006 champion has proved throughout 2022 that he remains at the top of his abilities – adding the benefits of experience to the raw natural talent that he has carried throughout his career. 
One aspect that has been especially fascinating this year has been observing the attention to detail that the Alpine driver has when it ...Keep reading

Read more: Alonso: I need to destroy whatever strengths other people have - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alonso: I need to destroy whatever strengths other people have - Motorsport.com

Despite, at 41, being the oldest driver on the grid, he has proved throughout 2022 that he remains at the top of his abilities – adding the benefits of experience to the raw natural talent that he has carried through his career. 
One aspect that has been especially fascinating this year has been observing the attention to detail that the Alpine driver has when it comes to finding every ...Keep reading

Read more: Alonso: I need to destroy whatever strengths other people have - Motorsport.com

2022 mid-season driver ranking part 2: 15-11 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

The second part of RaceFans' mid-season driver rankings covers the drivers in the lower middle end of the table.

Read more: 2022 mid-season driver ranking part 2: 15-11 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Thursday, August 18, 2022

Horner has “great deal of respect” for “hard but fair” Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Horner speaks of respect for Leclerc • COTA adds new infield grandstand • Hamlin doubts Raikkonen will fight for NASCAR victory

Read more: Horner has “great deal of respect” for “hard but fair” Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Norris: Long-term McLaren F1 deal has allowed for better work-life balance - Motorsport.com

Norris made his F1 debut with McLaren back in 2019 and has cemented his position at the heart of the team's future thanks to his impressive performances over the past four seasons.
The British driver was handed a new long-term deal running until the end of the 2025 season at the start of the year, acting as a major show of faith from McLaren.
Norris felt the long-term deal "definitely takes ...Keep reading

Read more: Norris: Long-term McLaren F1 deal has allowed for better work-life balance - Motorsport.com

Aston Martin's radical F1 rear wing return dictated by cost cap - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Silverstone-based team raised some eyebrows at the Hungaroring earlier this month when it revealed an innovative interpretation of F1’s rear wing radius rules that allowed it to run with a more traditional endplate. 
The design was aimed at adding more downforce to the car, but there were suggestions that its concept went against the intention of the rules to do away with too much ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin's radical F1 rear wing return dictated by cost cap - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Hamilton's F1 commitment never wavered as Wolff dismissed sounding out rivals - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes saw its form take a dip at the start of the 2022 season as it struggled to get to grip with the new technical regulations, encountering severe bouncing with its W13 car.
The issue left Hamilton far from his usual competitive territory, dropping out in Q1 in Saudi Arabia and failing to score points at Imola. While Mercedes has recovered some of its performance, Hamilton is yet to win ...Keep reading

Read more: Hamilton's F1 commitment never wavered as Wolff dismissed sounding out rivals - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Breaking the mould: Why F1 2022 tech isn’t all about porpoising and sidepods - Motorsport.com

Let’s take a look at some of the more interesting solutions we’ve seen so far, which might be registering on the radar of other teams or has already influenced the design of aerodynamic updates up and down the grid.

Red Bull Racing RB18 beam wing comparison
Photo by: Giorgio Piola

The regulations permit teams to use a beam wing arrangement for the first time since 2013 again ...Keep reading

Read more: Breaking the mould: Why F1 2022 tech isn’t all about porpoising and sidepods - Motorsport.com

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

2022 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 1: 20-16 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

The first part of RaceFans' mid-season driver rankings features the drivers who have struggled the most so far in F1's new era.

Read more: 2022 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 1: 20-16 | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

FOM considered animated series to engage with youngest fans | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: FOM considering content to appeal to younger fans • Krack backs Aston Martin's scrubbing tactics • Junior formula teams excited to race in Australia

Read more: FOM considered animated series to engage with youngest fans | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Binotto exclusive: "Each single day" is difficult but Ferrari F1 is united - Motorsport.com

He’s experienced the highs of brilliant victories, and even a 1-2 in the season opener in Bahrain, to the agony of seeing other successes slip through his fingers through engine blow-ups, drivers errors or strategy stumbles. 
For some, the rollercoaster of emotions through the campaign would perhaps be too much to bear.  
But for Binotto, who has been plotting Ferrari’s ...Keep reading

Read more: Binotto exclusive: "Each single day" is difficult but Ferrari F1 is united - Motorsport.com

Perez fades after strong start to second season alongside Verstappen | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Perez vs Verstappen - RaceFans

Sergio Perez started his second season at Red Bull strongly, but the gap between him and Max Verstappen has grown in recent races.

Read more: Perez fades after strong start to second season alongside Verstappen | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Perez vs Verstappen - RaceFans

Verstappen welcomes Merc threat | 'They can steal points off Ferrari!' - SkySports F1

Max Verstappen has welcomed Mercedes' re-emergence at the front so they can "steal more points off Ferrari" - and insists that the championship is not over despite his mammoth lead.

Read more: Verstappen welcomes Merc threat | 'They can steal points off Ferrari!' - SkySports F1

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

FIA confirms roll hoop design changes in wake of Zhou crash | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: FIA change roll hoop designs for 2023 • Lungaard signs IndyCar extension • Wolff leaves Venturi Formula E team

Read more: FIA confirms roll hoop design changes in wake of Zhou crash | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Lundgaard: Vettel could expect “tough transition” to IndyCar - Motorsport.com - IndyCar - Stories

During speculation back in springtime that Vettel would call time on his F1 career, RLL founder and co-owner Bobby Rahal remarked that he would love to let the German ace test one of his RLL-Hondas. Since then, the Aston Martin driver has announced that 2022 will be his final season in F1.
Former F2 racer and F1 test driver Lundgaard, who was confirmed today as having signed a new multi-year ...Keep reading

Read more: Lundgaard: Vettel could expect “tough transition” to IndyCar - Motorsport.com - IndyCar - Stories

Why Mercedes steered clear of an F1 car concept revamp despite early struggles - Motorsport.com

Mercedes failed to regularly challenge Red Bull and Ferrari at the front of the pack through the first half of this season as it struggled with porpoising and bouncing on its W13 car.
The team opted for a different design route compared to the rest of the field, chasing a slimline sidepod solution that was dubbed the 'zeropod' when it debuted in Bahrain testing.
As the season progressed ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Mercedes steered clear of an F1 car concept revamp despite early struggles - Motorsport.com

Ferrari's F1 2022 engine gains greatest for more than 25 years - Motorsport.com

Ferrari bounced back from two difficult years to return to race-winning form in 2022, scoring a 1-2 at the opening race in Bahrain and three further victories in the first half of the season.
A key factor in Ferrari's return to form has been its engine gains, which helped the team make up a big performance gap to the Mercedes, Honda and Renault-powered cars from the past couple of ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari's F1 2022 engine gains greatest for more than 25 years - Motorsport.com

Date set for 2023 F1 Australian Grand Prix - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Australian Grand Prix Corporation confirmed today that next year's event will run from 30 March - 2 April, with Formula 1 on track from 31 March.
That will make the race the third round of the Formula 1 world championship for the second year running.
While having traditionally been the opening round throughout the Melbourne era, the event is now set to float in the first three rounds of ...Keep reading

Read more: Date set for 2023 F1 Australian Grand Prix - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Monday, August 15, 2022

A resurgent Sainz is the last thing Leclerc’s rapidly fading championship hopes needed | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Leclerc vs Sainz Jnr - RaceFans

Carlos Sainz Jnr has turned his season around just in time to frustrate his team mate's rapidly fading hopes of winning the championship.

Read more: A resurgent Sainz is the last thing Leclerc’s rapidly fading championship hopes needed | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Leclerc vs Sainz Jnr - RaceFans

Date set for 2023 Australian Grand Prix - Motorsport.com

The Australian Grand Prix Corporation confirmed today that next year's event will run from March 30-April 2, with Formula 1 on track from March 31.
That will make the race the third round of the Formula 1 world championship for the second year running.
While having traditionally been the opening round throughout the Melbourne era, the event is now set to float in the first three rounds of ...Keep reading

Read more: Date set for 2023 Australian Grand Prix - Motorsport.com

Alpine unhindered by cost cap in battle with McLaren, says Szafnauer | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Alpine not limited by costs for upgrades • Da Costa moves to Porsche Formula E for 2023 • Haas to embrace American identity more - Steiner

Read more: Alpine unhindered by cost cap in battle with McLaren, says Szafnauer | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Alpine has "absolutely no worries" of trouble with Alonso during 2022 - Motorsport.com

Alonso's switch was announced on the Monday after the Hungarian GP while Alpine still believed it was in negotiations to extend his contract.
Szafnauer first learned about the move from the Aston Martin press release, rather than from the driver himself.
However, despite the obvious tensions that such a scenario could create, Szafnauer insists that the two parties will continue to work ...Keep reading

Read more: Alpine has "absolutely no worries" of trouble with Alonso during 2022 - Motorsport.com

Wolff still thinks about 2021 Abu Dhabi GP "every day" - Motorsport.com

At last year's F1 season finale, Lewis Hamilton had looked set to grab his eighth world championship title after dominating most of the Yas Marina race.
However, things were turned on their head when a late safety car was triggered after Nicholas Latifi crashed his Williams.
During the restart, then F1 race director Michael Masi did not follow the correct procedures, selectively allowing ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff still thinks about 2021 Abu Dhabi GP "every day" - Motorsport.com

Wolff: I still think about Abu Dhabi every single day - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

At last year’s F1 season finale, Lewis Hamilton had looked set to grab his eighth world championship title after dominating most of the Yas Marina race.
However, things were turned on their head when a late safety car was triggered after Nicholas Latifi crashed his Williams.
During the restart, then F1 race director Michael Masi did not follow the correct procedures – selectively ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff: I still think about Abu Dhabi every single day - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Hamilton confounds his detractors again as Mercedes reverse early-season slump | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Hamilton vs Russell - RaceFans

George Russell beat Lewis Hamilton for the seventh consecutive race in Azerbaijan. But the multiple world champion has turned his season around since then.

Read more: Hamilton confounds his detractors again as Mercedes reverse early-season slump | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Hamilton vs Russell - RaceFans

Sunday, August 14, 2022

Ferrari: No changes needed despite F1 errors | What now for Leclerc? - SkySports F1

Mattia Binotto has shut down suggestions that change is needed at Ferrari despite the string of errors that have left Charles Leclerc facing a monumental task against Max Verstappen in the championship.

Read more: Ferrari: No changes needed despite F1 errors | What now for Leclerc? - SkySports F1

Magnussen confident Haas will extract more pace from upgrades | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Haas will extract more pace from upgrades - Magnussen • Recovering from setbacks key to Vandoorne's Formula E title • Dunne extends F4 lead

Read more: Magnussen confident Haas will extract more pace from upgrades | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

“Rick Mears – Thanks: The story of Rick Mears and the Mears gang” book reviewed | Reviews - RaceFans

A recently updated version of Gordon Kirby's Rick Mears Biography hit the shelves, but is it worthy of a purchase?

Read more: “Rick Mears – Thanks: The story of Rick Mears and the Mears gang” book reviewed | Reviews - RaceFans

How Storm Eunice delayed Mercedes' F1 porpoising alarm - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes gave its W13 car a maiden run-out at Silverstone back in February when the UK was being hit by Storm Eunice that had wind gusts reaching over 120mph, causing a number of travel networks to shut down.
George Russell described the wind on the day as being “absolutely crazy”, but it also had the impact of meaning Mercedes did not get a full picture of just how bad the ...Keep reading

Read more: How Storm Eunice delayed Mercedes' F1 porpoising alarm - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Vandoorne and Mercedes champions as Mortara wins season finale in Seoul | Formula E - RaceFans

Stoffel Vandoorne was crowned Formula E world champion in the final race of the 2022 season as Edoardo Mortara won the season finale in Seoul.

Read more: Vandoorne and Mercedes champions as Mortara wins season finale in Seoul | Formula E - RaceFans

Norris had to adjust to 2022 McLaren F1 car that was "very unsuited for me" - Motorsport.com

Norris has led McLaren’s efforts so far this season, scoring 76 of its 95 points and recording its best result of the season by finishing third at Imola in April.
Teammate Daniel Ricciardo has failed to match Norris for form, prompting McLaren to swoop for Oscar Piastri as a replacement for 2023. 
Ricciardo’s struggles with the current McLaren car have been ...Keep reading

Read more: Norris had to adjust to 2022 McLaren F1 car that was "very unsuited for me" - Motorsport.com

When Indycar conquered F1 - Monzanapolis - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

It happened once – at Monza – and perhaps didn’t produce the result you might expect.
In the latest episode in our “Short View Back to the Past” series, Autosport Chief Editor Kevin Turner looks at when Indycar conquered F1.
Which motorsport tale would you like us to cover next? Please let us know in the comments.

Monzanapolis program, signed by AJ Foyt.
Photo by: Steve ...Keep reading

Read more: When Indycar conquered F1 - Monzanapolis - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

When Indycar conquered F1 - Monzanapolis - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

It happened once – at Monza – and perhaps didn’t produce the result you might expect.
In the latest episode in our “Short View Back to the Past” series, Autosport Chief Editor Kevin Turner looks at when Indycar conquered F1.
Which motorsport tale would you like us to cover next? Please let us know in the comments.

Monzanapolis program, signed by AJ Foyt.
Photo by: Steve ...Keep reading

Read more: When Indycar conquered F1 - Monzanapolis - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Saturday, August 13, 2022

Aston Martin start “too far from the back” says Krack | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Aston Martin must improve qualifying - Krack • McLaughlin believes he can win IndyCar title • Formula E shunt caused by "paint"

Read more: Aston Martin start “too far from the back” says Krack | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Caption Competition 192: Birthday wish | Caption competition - RaceFans

What was exchanged between Fernando Alonso and Otmar Szafnauer during his birthday celebration? Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?

Read more: Caption Competition 192: Birthday wish | Caption competition - RaceFans

Autosport Podcast: Ranking the top 10 Arrows F1 drivers - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With 382 race starts (counting its six years known as Footwork) it still holds the record for most world championships races without ever taking a victory, although it came close on several occasions and scored eight podium finishes.
It also boasted an impressive roster of drivers at various points in its history, including Riccardo Patrese, Derek Warwick and Damon Hill. But who was the best of ...Keep reading

Read more: Autosport Podcast: Ranking the top 10 Arrows F1 drivers - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Evans takes championship to final round after winning first Seoul EPrix | Formula E - RaceFans

Mitch Evans won the first Seoul EPrix of the weekend to ensure that the battle for the Formula E title will go down to the final race tomorrow.

Read more: Evans takes championship to final round after winning first Seoul EPrix | Formula E - RaceFans

Ferrari: Idea of F1 team orders discussed more outside than internally - Motorsport.com

After surging into an early lead in both championships under the new F1 regulations for 2022, Ferrari has seen its hopes fade after falling behind Max Verstappen and Red Bull in the standings.
Leclerc sits 80 points behind Verstappen in the drivers’ championship ahead of the final nine races, having lost ground with retirements in Spain and Azerbaijan, as well as spinning out while ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: Idea of F1 team orders discussed more outside than internally - Motorsport.com

Ferrari: F1 team orders idea discussed more outside than internally - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After surging into an early lead in both championships under F1's new regulations for 2022, Ferrari has seen its hopes fade after falling behind Max Verstappen and Red Bull in the standings.
Leclerc sits 80 points behind Verstappen in the drivers’ championship ahead of the final nine races, having lost ground with retirements in Spain and Azerbaijan, as well as spinning out while ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari: F1 team orders idea discussed more outside than internally - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Friday, August 12, 2022

Gasly: No explanation for AlphaTauri’s midfield struggles | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Gasly can't explain AlphaTauri's struggles • Giovinazzi to mull Formula E future • Ex-Schumacher 1991 Benetton B191 for sale

Read more: Gasly: No explanation for AlphaTauri’s midfield struggles | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Zhou opens up on abuse ahead of F1 debut: "It hurt quite a bit" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Zhou became China's first full-time F1 driver this year after graduating from Formula 2, partnering Valtteri Bottas at Alfa Romeo.
But Zhou was subject to criticism and abuse online prior to his F1 debut as many questioned his suitability for the seat and tagged him as a pay driver. Antonio Giovinazzi, who Zhou replaced at Alfa Romeo, said after losing his seat that F1 could be "ruthless" when ...Keep reading

Read more: Zhou opens up on abuse ahead of F1 debut: "It hurt quite a bit" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Zhou opens up on abuse ahead of F1 debut: "It hurt quite a bit" - Motorsport.com

Zhou became China's first full-time F1 driver this year after graduating from Formula 2, partnering Valtteri Bottas at Alfa Romeo.
But Zhou was subject to criticism and abuse online prior to his F1 debut as many questioned his suitability for the seat and tagged him as a pay driver. Antonio Giovinazzi, who Zhou replaced at Alfa Romeo, said after losing his seat that F1 could be "ruthless" when ...Keep reading

Read more: Zhou opens up on abuse ahead of F1 debut: "It hurt quite a bit" - Motorsport.com

Wolff: F1 cannot risk "NFL situation" by doing nothing on porpoising - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The FIA is set to introduce new limits of how much cars can bounce from the next race in Belgium before pushing through regulation changes for 2023 to curb the porpoising issue teams have encountered this year.
A number of drivers have highlighted the possible safety issues involved, but some teams have questioned whether it is a genuine safety matter and if it is instead being used as ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff: F1 cannot risk "NFL situation" by doing nothing on porpoising - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 cannot risk "NFL situation" by not acting on porpoising - Wolff - Motorsport.com

The FIA is set to introduce new limits of how much cars can bounce from the next race in Belgium before pushing through regulation changes for 2023 to curb the porpoising issue teams have encountered this year.
A number of drivers have highlighted the possible safety issues involved, but some teams have questioned whether it is a genuine safety matter and if it is instead being used as ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 cannot risk "NFL situation" by not acting on porpoising - Wolff - Motorsport.com

Thursday, August 11, 2022

Hamilton selects Alonso as his toughest F1 rival - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton believes that "on pure pace" Fernando Alonso is the toughest rival he's ever had in his Formula 1 career, while the Spaniard has described his former team-mate as a "legend".

Read more: Hamilton selects Alonso as his toughest F1 rival - SkySports F1

Raikkonen tests NASCAR Next Gen car ahead of Watkins Glen Cup debut | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Raikkonen tests NASCAR Cup car ahead of debut • Porsche run special black livery for Formula E finale • Aston Martin share HQ build progress

Read more: Raikkonen tests NASCAR Next Gen car ahead of Watkins Glen Cup debut | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Why Binotto retains faith in his F1 strategy team at Ferrari - Motorsport.com

In fact, he is robust in the defence of his strategy department and, while accepting there is always room for improvement, he is crystal clear that he has the right people in place in the right jobs.
It is a stance that may come as a surprise to some F1 fans, who have heavily criticised the team for what have appeared to be a series of critical errors this season that have cost championship ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Binotto retains faith in his F1 strategy team at Ferrari - Motorsport.com

Why Binotto retains faith in his F1 strategy team at Ferrari - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

In fact, he is robust in the defence of his strategy department and, while accepting there is always room for improvement, he is crystal clear that he has the right people in place in the right jobs.
It is a stance that may come as a surprise to some F1 fans, who have heavily criticised the team for what have appeared to be a series of critical errors this season that have cost championship ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Binotto retains faith in his F1 strategy team at Ferrari - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Norris’s demolition of Ricciardo leaves McLaren facing a 2023 dilemma | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Ricciardo vs Norris - RaceFans

The first of our mid-season assessments of each pair of team mates in Formula 1 looks at whether there are any signs of improvement for Daniel Ricciardo in his second year at McLaren.

Read more: Norris’s demolition of Ricciardo leaves McLaren facing a 2023 dilemma | 2022 F1 team mate battles: Ricciardo vs Norris - RaceFans

Mercedes ‘not close enough to Ferrari and Red Bull to really fight them yet’ – Wolff | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff is not convinced the team's strong performance in recent races shows they are on the cusp of fighting for wins.

Read more: Mercedes ‘not close enough to Ferrari and Red Bull to really fight them yet’ – Wolff | 2022 F1 season - RaceFans

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Two black-and-orange flags in five races “a bit strange” for Magnussen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Two black-and-orange flags in five races "strange" - Magnussen • Krack expects "105%" from retiring Vettel • Work begins on new Detroit track

Read more: Two black-and-orange flags in five races “a bit strange” for Magnussen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton: I’ll end my F1 career before I’m completely burnt out - Motorsport.com

Following Sebastian Vettel’s announcement that he’ll retire from F1 at the end of 2022, it will leave just Hamilton and Fernando Alonso as the older generation of drivers on the grid next season.
Hamilton, whose current Mercedes F1 contract expires at the end of 2023, has repeatedly stated he has no intention to retire at the end of next season, as the 37-year-old feels he still ...Keep reading

Read more: Hamilton: I’ll end my F1 career before I’m completely burnt out - Motorsport.com

Hamilton: I'll end my F1 career before I'm completely burnt out - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Following Sebastian Vettel’s announcement that he’ll retire from F1 at the end of 2022, it will leave just Hamilton and Fernando Alonso as the older generation of drivers on the grid next season.
Hamilton, whose current Mercedes F1 contract expires at the end of 2023, has repeatedly stated he has no intention to retire at the end of next season, as the 37-year-old feels he still ...Keep reading

Read more: Hamilton: I'll end my F1 career before I'm completely burnt out - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Aston Martin expect rivals will copy novel rear wing by Singapore GP | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Aston Martin's Mike Krack anticipates that rival teams will have copied his team’s innovative rear wing design by October’s Singapore GP

Read more: Aston Martin expect rivals will copy novel rear wing by Singapore GP | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix - RaceFans

IndyCar’s newest race still needs more work to lose its ‘Crashville’ reputation | IndyCar - RaceFans

Sunday's IndyCar race in Nashville proved that the carnage seen in the inaugural event was no one-off. Does the event have a future?

Read more: IndyCar’s newest race still needs more work to lose its ‘Crashville’ reputation | IndyCar - RaceFans

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Horner: Toto rivalry, Fergie comparisons and why Max deserved '21 title - SkySports F1

Red Bull boss Christian Horner has admitted that he can understand why Lewis Hamilton fans would feel "aggrieved" about last year's Abu Dhabi title decider but believes Max Verstappen ultimately deserved the championship.

Read more: Horner: Toto rivalry, Fergie comparisons and why Max deserved '21 title - SkySports F1

Norris practising ‘mind soothing’, not mind games, on Ricciardo | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Norris offering Ricciardo "more help than I normally would" • Super Formula reveals 2023 calendar • McLaren 'seeking to buy Ricciardo out of contract'

Read more: Norris practising ‘mind soothing’, not mind games, on Ricciardo | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

How Honda F1 missed a two-week window to sign Vettel - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

According to Otmar Szafnauer, Alpine’s F1 team principal and the former Honda F1 director of strategy and business planning, there was a two-week window where Vettel was available to sign back in his junior days.
Szafnauer has always enjoyed a good relationship with Vettel, and played a key role in the German driver signing for Aston Martin last year after holding ...Keep reading

Read more: How Honda F1 missed a two-week window to sign Vettel - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Monday, August 8, 2022

Herta expects IndyCar to change “really dangerous” Nashville restart zone again | IndyCar - RaceFans

Colton Herta expects IndyCar to rethink the positioning of the restart zone at the Nashville street circuit after a series of crashes and near-misses at the venue's second race.

Read more: Herta expects IndyCar to change “really dangerous” Nashville restart zone again | IndyCar - RaceFans

Hamilton: “My worst fears came alive” in Abu Dhabi finale controversy | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Hamilton: "My worst fears came alive" in Abu Dhabi finale controversy • Piastri should have shown more loyalty - Szafnauer • Ganassi spoke to Palou for first time in weeks

Read more: Hamilton: “My worst fears came alive” in Abu Dhabi finale controversy | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton had to turn down pilot role in Top Gun - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton says he had to turn down an offer to feature as a fighter pilot in Tom Cruise's hit movie "Top Gun: Maverick" because of his F1 commitments.

Read more: Hamilton had to turn down pilot role in Top Gun - SkySports F1

Las Vegas race date leaked, indicating race start times outside USA | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

The date of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, one of multiple new rounds being added to the 2023 Formula 1 calendar, has been revealed in a letter leaked on social media.

Read more: Las Vegas race date leaked, indicating race start times outside USA | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

FIA to submit new 2023 technical regulations to tackle porpoising this week | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has confirmed the sport's governing body will seek approval of revised technical regulations for the 2023 Formula 1 season this week.

Read more: FIA to submit new 2023 technical regulations to tackle porpoising this week | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

FIA to address porpoising issue with updated regulations - SkySports F1

FIA president Mohammed bin Sulayem has announced that updated 2023 Technical Regulations will be submitted to the World Motor Sport Council this week to address the porpoising issue in F1.

Read more: FIA to address porpoising issue with updated regulations - SkySports F1

The reasons behind Ricciardo’s McLaren Formula 1 struggles - Motorsport.com

While his sensational Monza victory, McLaren’s first for nearly nine years, was a reminder of his undeniable talent, it will stand as an outlier result from his time at Woking, bar any shock heroics in the second half of the season.
Few thought things would end like this. Ricciardo’s arrival for 2021 was seen as a coup for McLaren, snaring the Australian away from Enstone - an act it ...Keep reading

Read more: The reasons behind Ricciardo’s McLaren Formula 1 struggles - Motorsport.com

How the F1 Manager 2022 team raided the archives to make their races sound realistic | Gaming - RaceFans

Audio from past Formula 1 races including thousands of team radio messages have gone into making F1 Manager 22 as realistic as possible.

Read more: How the F1 Manager 2022 team raided the archives to make their races sound realistic | Gaming - RaceFans

Sunday, August 7, 2022

Dixon snatches improbable victory in another chaotic Music City Grand Prix | IndyCar - RaceFans

The six-time champion started 14th and was wrapped up in a multi-car accident, but came back to win by less than a carlength from Scott McLaughlin - as Will Power and Marcus Ericsson had setbacks on a gruelling afternoon of racing.

Read more: Dixon snatches improbable victory in another chaotic Music City Grand Prix | IndyCar - RaceFans

Perez aims to ‘come back stronger’ after run of ‘difficult’ races | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Perez hopes for strong return after "difficult" races • Antonelli extends ADAC F4 lead • Gasly "underrated", says Ricciardo

Read more: Perez aims to ‘come back stronger’ after run of ‘difficult’ races | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Will Alonso win with Aston Martin? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Fernando Alonso is taking another big gamble moving to Aston Martin next season, but can he truly win again with the Silverstone team?

Read more: Will Alonso win with Aston Martin? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

How Red Bull found more downforce for Hungary - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

That's the consequence of a design direction that the team has taken with the new regulations.
Its drivers have often found themselves at the top of the speed trap figures in 2022, while in previous seasons they’d be at the bottom more often than not.
In order to tackle this issue in Hungary, Red Bull introduced a new beam wing layout, pairing it ...Keep reading

Read more: How Red Bull found more downforce for Hungary - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

How Red Bull piled back the downforce in Hungary - Motorsport.com

It’s clearly the consequence of a design direction that the team has taken with the new regulations though. For its drivers have often found themselves at the top of the speed trap figures in 2022, whereas in previous seasons they’d be at the bottom more often than not.
In order to tackle this issue in Hungary, Red Bull introduced a new beam wing layout, pairing it ...Keep reading

Read more: How Red Bull piled back the downforce in Hungary - Motorsport.com

McLaughlin, Grosjean qualify on front row in Nashville | IndyCar - RaceFans

Marcus Ericsson will start from the same place he won from last year in the IndyCar Music City Grand Prix - down in 18th place, behind his main title rivals.

Read more: McLaughlin, Grosjean qualify on front row in Nashville | IndyCar - RaceFans

Saturday, August 6, 2022

Rosenqvist ‘focused on staying in IndyCar’ amid McLaren uncertainty | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Rosenqvist focused on IndyCar amid McLaren uncertainty • Aston Martin "better on Saturdays" - Krack • Verstappen's physio had to Google him

Read more: Rosenqvist ‘focused on staying in IndyCar’ amid McLaren uncertainty | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Alpine confident it will beat Aston Martin while Alonso is there - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alonso turned down the chance to extend his stay at Alpine by taking up an offer to join Aston Martin on a “multi-year” deal that takes him to at least the end of the 2024 season.
PLUS: The traits that fuelled Alonso's unexpected Aston Martin move
Heading into this season’s summer break, Alpine lies in fourth place in the world championship on 99 points, compared ...Keep reading

Read more: Alpine confident it will beat Aston Martin while Alonso is there - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Wolff: Audi as new entrant could deliver extra value for F1 grid - Motorsport.com

US racing stalwart Michael Andretti's bid to expand his multi-series operation to F1 has been met by fierce resistance from most of the discipline's current 10 entrants.
Concerned teams are weary of having to share F1's prize money with an additional competitor and feel the current $200 million dilution fund is not sufficient as the value of owning an F1 entry has significantly increased since ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff: Audi as new entrant could deliver extra value for F1 grid - Motorsport.com

Wolff: Audi as new F1 entrant could deliver extra value for grid - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

US racing stalwart Michael Andretti's bid to expand his multi-series operation to F1 has been met by fierce resistance from most of the discipline's current 10 entrants.
Concerned teams are weary of having to share F1's prize money with an additional competitor and feel the current $200 million dilution fund is not sufficient as the value of owning an F1 entry has significantly increased since ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff: Audi as new F1 entrant could deliver extra value for grid - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Wolff: Audi as new F1 entrant could deliver extra value for grid - Motorsport.com

US racing stalwart Michael Andretti's bid to expand his multi-series operation to F1 has been met by fierce resistance from most of the discipline's current 10 entrants.
Concerned teams are weary of having to share F1's prize money with an additional competitor and feel the current $200 million dilution fund is not sufficient as the value of owning an F1 entry has significantly increased since ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff: Audi as new F1 entrant could deliver extra value for grid - Motorsport.com

Caption Competition 191: “This seat free, mate?” | Caption competition - RaceFans

What words may have been exchanged between Oscar Piastri and Daniel Ricciardo earlier this season? Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?

Read more: Caption Competition 191: “This seat free, mate?” | Caption competition - RaceFans

Friday, August 5, 2022

Next year’s F1 calendar to be confirmed in October, 24 races likely – Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: 2023 calendar could hit 24 race cap • Bird to miss Formule E finale with broken hand • FRAC adds Kuwait to 2023 schedule

Read more: Next year’s F1 calendar to be confirmed in October, 24 races likely – Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Verstappen condemns "disgusting" burning of Mercedes merchandise by fans - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Over the Budapest race weekend, a video emerged on social media showing a fan at the track wearing what appeared to be an orange Verstappen shirt burning a black Mercedes cap.
It came just weeks after a similar incident was filmed in a fan area at the Austrian Grand Prix, where abusive fan behaviour led to F1 taking action by increasing security and launching a new campaign called ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen condemns "disgusting" burning of Mercedes merchandise by fans - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Why Haas update was more shrewd than just a Ferrari copy - Motorsport.com

After ending up at the bottom of the constructors’ standings last year, the progress it has made with its VF-22 means it heads in to the summer break ahead of Williams, Aston Martin and AlphaTauri in the championship standings.
This is an incredible achievement when we consider it has been the least active in terms of development. It is testament to the job done with the original design of ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Haas update was more shrewd than just a Ferrari copy - Motorsport.com

‘A shame’, ‘just about money’: F1 drivers fear Spa’s next grand prix will be its last | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Formula 1 drivers have already expressed disappointment over the widely-expected loss of the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps.

Read more: ‘A shame’, ‘just about money’: F1 drivers fear Spa’s next grand prix will be its last | 2022 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Where are Formula 1 teams based? Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull and more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Though F1 race teams spend most of their year globetrotting, each one still has a place to call home. Usually known as the factory, it’s not as glamorous as the F1 pitlane – but it does offer a permanent base. This is where the cars are built. And, if there’s enough time between races during the frenetic season, it’s also the place to which they return for maintenance. Even on race ...Keep reading

Read more: Where are Formula 1 teams based? Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull and more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Transcript: Why Ferrari told Leclerc “the hard is worse than expected” but still used them | 2022 Hungarian GP team radio transcript - RaceFans

Radio messages between Charles Leclerc and Ferrari in Hungary show the team realised the hard tyres weren't competitive but felt they had to use them.

Read more: Transcript: Why Ferrari told Leclerc “the hard is worse than expected” but still used them | 2022 Hungarian GP team radio transcript - RaceFans

Thursday, August 4, 2022

'Excited' Merc promise more to come after F1 upturn - SkySports F1

Mercedes say turning one of their worst weekends of the year into their best at the Hungarian GP has made them "excited" for the second half of the season, and are promising more car improvements.

Read more: 'Excited' Merc promise more to come after F1 upturn - SkySports F1

Ferrari reserve Schumacher eager to show what he can do in “similar” car | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ferrari reserve Schumacher eager to show what he can do in "similar" car • New multi-year deal for VeeKay • Rosenqvist 'does not have 2023 McLaren contract' • F1 22 crossplay detailed

Read more: Ferrari reserve Schumacher eager to show what he can do in “similar” car | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

What made Verstappen’s 10th-to-first win in Hungary a rare achievement | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Only a small fraction of the 1,070 world championship races have been won from a double-digit starting position. Max Verstappen achieved the latest last weekend.

Read more: What made Verstappen’s 10th-to-first win in Hungary a rare achievement | 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Rossi keeps Indianapolis win despite car ballast violation | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Rossi keeps Indianapolis win after car ballast violation • Indy Lights temporarily loses a team • McLaren's Ugochukwu to race for Prema in Germany

Read more: Rossi keeps Indianapolis win despite car ballast violation | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Autosport Podcast: Alonso, Piastri, Aston and Alpine - making sense of driver market madness - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After Sebastian Vettel announced his F1 retirement at the end of 2022, Aston Martin swooped for Alonso with a multi-year deal announced the morning after the Hungarian Grand Prix. Such was the shock of the deal, Alpine only learned of it through Aston’s press release confirming the news.
The saga then took a fresh twist, as what looked to be a formality of Alpine reserve driver Oscar Piastri ...Keep reading

Read more: Autosport Podcast: Alonso, Piastri, Aston and Alpine - making sense of driver market madness - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 team principals: Who are they and what do they do? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Want to become a Formula 1 team principal? Well, current evidence would suggest that if you’re white, male, somewhere between 50 and 70 and German is your home language, you’ll walk straight into a job.Okay, so perhaps it’s not the most diverse group of individuals heading up the 10 teams that currently make up the Formula 1 field. But at least there are no fixed CV requirements for landing ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 team principals: Who are they and what do they do? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Charles Leclerc: Ferrari driver on honesty, learning from mistakes & downtime on the golf course - BBC F1

In an exclusive BBC Sport interview, Ferrari's Charles Leclerc discusses self-improvement, his "respect" for Max Verstappen, and why he will never make excuses for his mistakes.

Read more: Charles Leclerc: Ferrari driver on honesty, learning from mistakes & downtime on the golf course - BBC F1

Kravitz left ‘perplexed’ by Alonso’s Aston Martin move - PlanetF1

Fernando Alonso's switch to Aston Martin is "a bit odd", says Ted Kravitz.

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Stroll, not Verstappen, is F1’s true ‘team-mate killer’ - PlanetF1

Should Lance Stroll, and not Max Verstappen, be the man to avoid as an F1 team-mate?

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Read more: Stroll, not Verstappen, is F1’s true ‘team-mate killer’ - PlanetF1

Mick Schumacher the ‘loser’ in Alonso to Aston Martin deal? - PlanetF1

Mick Schumacher could be the "one loser" in Aston Martin's decision to sign Fernando Alonso...

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Read more: Mick Schumacher the ‘loser’ in Alonso to Aston Martin deal? - PlanetF1

Tuesday, August 2, 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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Read more: Sportword: Play daily F1 word game on Planet Sport - PlanetF1

Will Piastri’s rift with Alpine put his F1 debut on hold again? | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Alpine are standing by their claim Oscar Piastri will race for them next year despite his denial. Has the reigning F2 champion put his F1 future at risk?

Read more: Will Piastri’s rift with Alpine put his F1 debut on hold again? | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Perez rues VSC after falling short of podium places in Hungary | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Perez rues VSC after falling short of podium places in Hungary • Haas "couldn't switch on" hard tyre • F1 calendar too long for me to get a dog - Gasly

Read more: Perez rues VSC after falling short of podium places in Hungary | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Brundle believes ‘punchy’ Ocon played a role in Alonso exit - PlanetF1

Martin Brundle sees Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon's battles on track as having "underwhelmed" the Spaniard.

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Read more: Brundle believes ‘punchy’ Ocon played a role in Alonso exit - PlanetF1

‘Aston Martin pushed Vettel to decide after speaking with Alonso’ - PlanetF1

Aston Martin wanted a quick decision from Sebastian Vettel as they were already in talks with Fernando Alonso, says AMuS.

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Read more: ‘Aston Martin pushed Vettel to decide after speaking with Alonso’ - PlanetF1

Monday, August 1, 2022

Brundle dissects Vettel-Alonso decisions and Ferrari's inexplicable fumble - SkySports F1

The Hungarian GP delivered on and off the track, with a thoroughly entertaining race helped by Mercedes being genuinely competitive up front while major announcements kept all of us guessing.

Read more: Brundle dissects Vettel-Alonso decisions and Ferrari's inexplicable fumble - SkySports F1

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

Mercedes should “keep open mind” over unique car concept – Russell | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes should "keep open mind" over car concept • Alonso says he and Ocon will "never" collide • Senna documentary director confirmed

Read more: Mercedes should “keep open mind” over unique car concept – Russell | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Magnussen thinks Haas upgrades have hit the ‘bullseye’ - PlanetF1

They failed to score in Hungary, but Kevin Magnussen is encouraged by the upgrades to the Haas VF-22.

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Read more: Magnussen thinks Haas upgrades have hit the ‘bullseye’ - PlanetF1

Horner: "Not one ounce" of me wishes Ferrari was putting up better F1 fight - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen’s brilliant charge from 10th on the grid to grab victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix has helped the Dutchman open up an 80-points advantage in the F1 drivers’ standings.
But after another race where Ferrari had a golden opportunity to help Charles Leclerc close down Verstappen’s lead, only for its strategy to wreck it, some are ruing the fact that the championship ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner: "Not one ounce" of me wishes Ferrari was putting up better F1 fight - Motorsport.com

Williams want Albon to be ‘harder with the engineers’ - PlanetF1

Williams boss Jost Capito wants to see Alex Albon get tougher with the engineers.

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