"Difficult" to overtake Perez for second in championship - Alonso | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: "Difficult" to overtake Perez - Alonso • Ricciardo in "good hands" with Dr Mir - Stroll • Ganassi signs Lundqvist for 2024

Read more: "Difficult" to overtake Perez for second in championship - Alonso | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 set for first fully dry race weekend in four months | 2023 Italian Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

Formula 1 is set for its first all-dry weekend of track action since May’s Miami Grand Prix with the trip to Monza for the Italian Grand Prix.

Read more: F1 set for first fully dry race weekend in four months | 2023 Italian Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

Norris tipped as the 'one' to take on Verstappen - SkySports F1

Lando Norris is “the one” over the longer term who is capable of challenging Max Verstappen’s domination of the sport, believes Dutch former F1 driver Giedo van der Garde.

Read more: Norris tipped as the 'one' to take on Verstappen - SkySports F1

Lawson relishing prospect of "full build-up" for second F1 race | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Lawson relishing prospect of "full build-up" for second F1 race • Pirelli announces tyre picks • Rowland joins Fenestraz at Nissan

Read more: Lawson relishing prospect of "full build-up" for second F1 race | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Massa’s legal team warns of UK High Court action over FIA/FOM delays - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

As originally reported by Autosport, Massa’s lawyers wrote to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and FOM CEO Stefano Domenicali earlier this month with a Letter Before Claim setting out the details of the Brazilian driver’s legal pursuit to rectify him losing the 2008 F1 world championship.According to the document, Massa's legal team alleged the Brazilian was "the victim of a conspiracy" over ...Keep reading

Read more: Massa’s legal team warns of UK High Court action over FIA/FOM delays - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

2023 F1 Italian GP – How to watch, session timings and more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

After a wet and wild Dutch GP, Max Verstappen delighted his home fans with a ninth victory in a row – putting him alongside Sebastian Vettel’s all-time record of most consecutive F1 wins. Therefore the Red Bull driver has the opportunity to take the record outright this weekend with a 10th straight triumph. Verstappen remains the firm favourite after team-mate Sergio Perez’s rollercoaster ...Keep reading

Read more: 2023 F1 Italian GP – How to watch, session timings and more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 Italian Grand Prix 2023 practice, qualifying and race start times - BBC F1

The 2023 Formula 1 season heads to Monza for the Italian Grand Prix - listen to BBC radio commentary and follow live text updates.

Read more: F1 Italian Grand Prix 2023 practice, qualifying and race start times - BBC F1

F1 teams face fresh flexi-wing clampdown as tricks revealed - Motorsport.com

As first reported earlier this month, the FIA has been taking a close look at flexible wings over the first half of this season as it believes teams have been pushing the boundaries in terms of what is allowed.It is understood that several teams, including Aston Martin, were advised to make changes to their front wing designs around the time of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in a bid to ensure that ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 teams face fresh flexi-wing clampdown as tricks revealed - Motorsport.com

Alonso: It's like we're now playing in the Champions League! - SkySports F1

Fernando Alonso has compared Aston Martin's adjustment to competing at the front of the Formula 1 grid in 2023 to a football team qualifying for the Champions League for the first time.  

Read more: Alonso: It's like we're now playing in the Champions League! - SkySports F1

Horner: Verstappen 'no robot' dealing with F1 Dutch GP pressure - Motorsport.com

The Dutch Grand Prix only returned to the F1 calendar in 2021 exclusively thanks to the huge interest in Verstappen, who has caused flocks of orange-clad Dutch fans to not only cheer him on in Zandvoort but across all European races.Verstappen has yet to disappoint the home fans, taking a hat-trick of Dutch GP wins on Sunday in front of some of the most energetic, sold out grandstands of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner: Verstappen 'no robot' dealing with F1 Dutch GP pressure - Motorsport.com

Tyre analysis: Wet-weather F1 thriller at Zandvoort - F1technical.net

The race at Circuit Zandvoort was chaotic due to two huge rain showers, and this made for a lot of spectacleF1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó picks out some key strategy lessons from Sunday's Zandvoort race.

Read more: Tyre analysis: Wet-weather F1 thriller at Zandvoort - F1technical.net

Norris: McLaren F1 race pace still "nowhere near enough" - Motorsport.com

The Englishman acknowledged that strategy calls played a role, especially the decision to stay out on slicks at the original start.However, he insisted that the MCL60 simply wasn’t as competitive on Sunday as it was in qualifying, citing the comparison with rivals Aston Martin and Mercedes as “terrible”.“There are times when it's down to pace and times when it's down to strategy, and the ...Keep reading

Read more: Norris: McLaren F1 race pace still "nowhere near enough" - Motorsport.com

Sainz: Ferrari only sixth-fastest F1 team in Dutch GP - Motorsport.com

In a mixed weather race, Sainz admitted Ferrari "was nowhere" on pace and says both he and the team executed a near perfect race to finish fifth, holding off Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton and McLaren's Lando Norris at the chequered flag."I would say after looking at the Alpine [we were] more [like] the sixth-fastest car this weekend," said Sainz. "I know at some point it looked that we even could ...Keep reading

Read more: Sainz: Ferrari only sixth-fastest F1 team in Dutch GP - Motorsport.com

Autosport Podcast: F1 Dutch Grand Prix review - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The reigning world champion continued Red Bull's streak of success after shrugging off the poor weather and a red flag at the Dutch coastal circuit.Fernando Alonso finished second for Aston Martin, with Alpine's Pierre Gasly completing the podium.PLUS: How Verstappen defied home pressure and two downpours to win F1's Dutch GPTo recap all the events of the race, Matt Kew joins live from the ...Keep reading

Read more: Autosport Podcast: F1 Dutch Grand Prix review - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Autosport Podcast: F1 Dutch Grand Prix review - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The reigning world champion continued Red Bull's streak of success after shrugging off the poor weather and a red flag at the Dutch coastal circuit.Fernando Alonso finished second for Aston Martin, with Alpine's Pierre Gasly completing the podium.PLUS: How Verstappen defied home pressure and two downpours to win F1's Dutch GPTo recap all the events of the race, Matt Kew joins live from the ...Keep reading

Read more: Autosport Podcast: F1 Dutch Grand Prix review - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Horner urged Red Bull to pit Verstappen before Dutch GP F1 red flag - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Dutch Grand Prix was derailed by two rain showers, the latter of which prompted a red flag due to severe aquaplaning into Turn 1, which caused a crash for Alfa Romeo's Zhou Guanyu.At the start of the lap 62 downpour Verstappen wasn't entirely convinced about coming in for intermediates yet, with his race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase urging him that "it would be a good time to pit" as the track ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner urged Red Bull to pit Verstappen before Dutch GP F1 red flag - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Horner urged Red Bull to pit Verstappen before Dutch GP F1 red flag - Motorsport.com

The Dutch Grand Prix was derailed by two rain showers, the latter of which prompted a red flag due to severe aquaplaning into Turn 1, which caused a crash for Alfa Romeo's Zhou Guanyu.At the start of the lap 62 downpour Verstappen wasn't entirely convinced about coming in for intermediates yet, with his race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase urging him that "it would be a good time to pit" as the track ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner urged Red Bull to pit Verstappen before Dutch GP F1 red flag - Motorsport.com

Horner unsure over Ricciardo return date despite 'successful' surgery - SkySports F1

Daniel Ricciardo has undergone surgery on his broken hand and will miss the Italian Grand Prix.

Read more: Horner unsure over Ricciardo return date despite 'successful' surgery - SkySports F1

How Perez lacked the pace to capitalise on his perfect pit call | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Sergio Perez made a superb strategy call on the first lap of the Dutch Grand Prix but didn't have the pace to convert it into victory.

Read more: How Perez lacked the pace to capitalise on his perfect pit call | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Lawson learned he'd make Dutch GP debut during the drivers' briefing | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Liam Lawson revealed he got the call-up for his Formula 1 debut halfway through the drivers' briefing on Friday.

Read more: Lawson learned he'd make Dutch GP debut during the drivers' briefing | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Gateway 500 qualifying postponed to Sunday due to rain and lightning | IndyCar - RaceFans

Qualifying for the IndyCar Gateway 500 has been postponed after persistent rain fell at the oval on Saturday.

Read more: Gateway 500 qualifying postponed to Sunday due to rain and lightning | IndyCar - RaceFans

Alonso's "clear impeding" of Hamilton deserved a penalty - Wolff | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has urged Formula 1's stewards to be more diligent when it comes to applying penalties for impeding in qualifying.

Read more: Alonso's "clear impeding" of Hamilton deserved a penalty - Wolff | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Ricciardo's options were 'hit the wall or hit Piastri' in crash | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Daniel Ricciardo says he made a split second decision to hit the barrier rather than Oscar Piastri after breaking his hand in a practice crash.

Read more: Ricciardo's options were 'hit the wall or hit Piastri' in crash | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

What we learned from Friday F1 practice at the Dutch GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Lando Norris nudged ahead of home hero Max Verstappen to secure FP2's headline time at the Dutch Grand Prix, in a boisterous first day of Formula 1 action at Zandvoort.With passionate support for Verstappen emerging as early as Friday's practice sessions as his orange-dressed fandom descended upon the Dutch coast en masse, the current championship leader offered early delight having claimed the ...Keep reading

Read more: What we learned from Friday F1 practice at the Dutch GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

What we learned from Friday F1 practice at the Dutch GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Lando Norris nudged ahead of home hero Max Verstappen to secure FP2's headline time at the Dutch Grand Prix, in a boisterous first day of Formula 1 action at Zandvoort.With passionate support for Verstappen emerging as early as Friday's practice sessions as his orange-dressed fandom descended upon the Dutch coast en masse, the current championship leader offered early delight having claimed the ...Keep reading

Read more: What we learned from Friday F1 practice at the Dutch GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Sainz: Red Bull deserves dominance, F1 shouldn’t step in - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull has written history in 2023 by winning the first 12 races in a row, extending its streak of consecutive wins to 13.The reigning world drivers' and constructors' champions proved an outlier in an otherwise competitive midfield as F1's budget cap, its stable regulations and aerodynamic testing handicap have all played their part in bringing teams closer together.But there are signs that Red ...Keep reading

Read more: Sainz: Red Bull deserves dominance, F1 shouldn’t step in - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Sainz: Red Bull deserves dominance, F1 shouldn’t step in - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull has written history in 2023 by winning the first 12 races in a row, extending its streak of consecutive wins to 13.The reigning world drivers' and constructors' champions proved an outlier in an otherwise competitive midfield as F1's budget cap, its stable regulations and aerodynamic testing handicap have all played their part in bringing teams closer together.But there are signs that Red ...Keep reading

Read more: Sainz: Red Bull deserves dominance, F1 shouldn’t step in - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

AJ meets Max, Hamilton's contract update | Slater's Dutch GP preview - SkySports F1

Craig Slater rounds up the news ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix including the latest on Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes contract and Anthony Joshua meeting Max Verstappen.

Read more: AJ meets Max, Hamilton's contract update | Slater's Dutch GP preview - SkySports F1

"Charles could be right": Hamilton unsure Red Bull will be beaten before 2026 | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton suspects Charles Leclerc may be correct in predicting Red Bull will maintain their superiority in F1 until 2026.

Read more: "Charles could be right": Hamilton unsure Red Bull will be beaten before 2026 | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix - RaceFans

Hamilton has 'no focus' on Massa's Crashgate legal action | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Hamilton has 'no focus' on Massa's Crashgate action • Leclerc in no rush over extension • Zhou sees F1 growing in China

Read more: Hamilton has 'no focus' on Massa's Crashgate legal action | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 on TV: How to watch and stream Dutch GP live in the USA - Motorsport.com

When is the 2023 F1 Dutch Grand Prix?This year’s race takes place on Sunday 27 August at 9.00am ET at Zandvoort.There are two free practice sessions on Friday, and one on Saturday before qualifying.What happened in last year’s F1 Dutch Grand Prix?Max Verstappen (Red Bull) won from pole position, the 30th victory of his career, but had to pass Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes after Lewis had stayed ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 on TV: How to watch and stream Dutch GP live in the USA - Motorsport.com

Haas retain Hulkenberg and Magnussen for 2024 - SkySports F1

Haas have confirmed their current driver line-up of Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen will be retained for the 2024 Formula 1 season.

Read more: Haas retain Hulkenberg and Magnussen for 2024 - SkySports F1

F1 Form Guide: Dutch Grand Prix - Motorsport.com

Verstappen is unbeaten at his home circuit in the two times the Dutch Grand Prix has run in the modern era, winning both from pole and last year taking a clean-sweep of pole, victory and fastest lap.In a season where the Dutch driver has dominated, it is hard to expect anything other than a hat-trick of home victories this weekend. The interest, once again, will therefore most likely move further ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Form Guide: Dutch Grand Prix - Motorsport.com

Haas retains Magnussen and Hulkenberg for 2024 F1 season - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The 2023 campaign is Hulkenberg’s first for Haas after he spent the three preceding seasons acting as a reserve driver for the Racing Point/Aston Martin team, while Magnussen is Haas’s longest serving driver.The pair currently sit 14th and 18th in the 2023 drivers’ standings, with Haas eighth in the constructors’ championship on 11 points, after the first half of its campaign was dominated ...Keep reading

Read more: Haas retains Magnussen and Hulkenberg for 2024 F1 season - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Haas retains Magnussen and Hulkenberg for 2024 F1 season - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The 2023 campaign is Hulkenberg’s first for Haas after he spent the three preceding seasons acting as a reserve driver for the Racing Point/Aston Martin team, while Magnussen is Haas’s longest serving driver.The pair currently sit 14th and 18th in the 2023 drivers’ standings, with Haas eighth in the constructors’ championship on 11 points, after the first half of its campaign was dominated ...Keep reading

Read more: Haas retains Magnussen and Hulkenberg for 2024 F1 season - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Sky Sports F1 Podcast: Hamilton to finish runner-up in the championship? - SkySports F1

Sky Sports F1's Natalie Pinkham has predicted Lewis Hamilton will finish second in this year's championship behind Max Verstappen.

Read more: Sky Sports F1 Podcast: Hamilton to finish runner-up in the championship? - SkySports F1

"Nothing negative" in Verstappen's domination of Formula 1 - Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: "Nothing negative" in Verstappen's domination of F1 • Tsunoda doubts points at Zandvoort • Ferrari CEO shrugs off Hamilton rumour

Read more: "Nothing negative" in Verstappen's domination of Formula 1 - Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Ferrari must take F1 step forward on "every pillar of performance"' – Vasseur - Motorsport.com

The Scuderia emerged as the nearest challenger to Red Bull at the start of the second ground-effects F1 era and finished 2022 as the championship runner-up.But it has now dropped behind Mercedes and Aston Martin to fourth in the 2023 constructors' standings ahead of the second part of the campaign.Alongside this performance drop-off, criticism remains over the team's strategy calls and pitstop ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari must take F1 step forward on "every pillar of performance"' – Vasseur - Motorsport.com

Ferrari must take F1 step forward on "every pillar of performance"' – Vasseur - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Scuderia emerged as the nearest challenger to Red Bull at the start of the second ground-effects F1 era and finished 2022 as the championship runner-up.But it has now dropped behind Mercedes and Aston Martin to fourth in the 2023 constructors' standings ahead of the second part of the campaign.Alongside this performance drop-off, criticism remains over the team's strategy calls and pitstop ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari must take F1 step forward on "every pillar of performance"' – Vasseur - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ferrari must take F1 step forward on "every pillar of performance"' – Vasseur - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Scuderia emerged as the nearest challenger to Red Bull at the start of the second ground-effects F1 era and finished 2022 as the championship runner-up.But it has now dropped behind Mercedes and Aston Martin to fourth in the 2023 constructors' standings ahead of the second part of the campaign.Alongside this performance drop-off, criticism remains over the team's strategy calls and pitstop ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari must take F1 step forward on "every pillar of performance"' – Vasseur - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Race preview: Dutch Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Following a three-week summer break, the Formula One field is set to assemble at Zandvoort this weekend for the Dutch Grand Prix. F1Technical senior writer Balázs Szabó picks out the key facts ahead of Round 15 of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship.

Read more: Race preview: Dutch Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Hamilton vs Russell – who's ahead? | The key scores in F1's big duels - SkySports F1

The driver match-up at each Formula 1 team is always one of the biggest talking points of any season.

Read more: Hamilton vs Russell – who's ahead? | The key scores in F1's big duels - SkySports F1

Shwartzman to step in for Sainz in first Dutch GP practice | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Shwartzmann to run FP1 in Zandvoort • Alonso always felt he could beat Schumacher • Brabham returns to Indy Nxt

Read more: Shwartzman to step in for Sainz in first Dutch GP practice | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 crashgate: Frederic Vasseur says it would be 'strange' to change 2008 title result - BBC F1

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur says it would be "strange" to change the result of the 2008 world championship 15 years after events.

Read more: F1 crashgate: Frederic Vasseur says it would be 'strange' to change 2008 title result - BBC F1

Leclerc wants better balance between lighter F1 cars and "very impressive" downforce - Motorsport.com

The ballooning weight of current-era F1 cars has become increasingly unpopular with drivers and teams, with this year's minimum weight of 798kg well over 200kg higher compared to cars from 15 years ago.It is one of the key aspects FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem wants to tackle for the next 2026 regulations cycle, even though most teams reckon F1 would do well to keep car weight on a similar ...Keep reading

Read more: Leclerc wants better balance between lighter F1 cars and "very impressive" downforce - Motorsport.com

F1's run of wet weekends could continue in Zandvoort | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

Formula 1 finally returns from the summer break this weekend with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort - and rain may be returning too.

Read more: F1's run of wet weekends could continue in Zandvoort | 2023 Dutch Grand Prix weather - RaceFans

Which records can Verstappen and Red Bull break in 2023? - SkySports F1

With Max Verstappen and Red Bull delivering an all-time great season, multiple records are within reach for both driver and team during the remainder of the 2023 campaign.

Read more: Which records can Verstappen and Red Bull break in 2023? - SkySports F1

Piastri not content with being close to team mate Norris | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Piastri not content with being close Norris • Lundqvist to make IndyCar oval debut • Esports champ Blakeley wins first car race

Read more: Piastri not content with being close to team mate Norris | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 teams facing rookie FP1 scheduling headache - Motorsport.com

The FIA rules specify that every race driver has to give up an FP1 session for a rookie who has started no more than two grands prix.However, a race driver who is a rookie at the start of the season is deemed to qualify, which means that Oscar Piastri with McLaren, Logan Sargeant with Williams and Nyck de Vries with AlphaTauri all ticked the box when they took part in FP1 at the opening race of ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 teams facing rookie FP1 scheduling headache - Motorsport.com

Alfa Romeo need to be "perfect" to score in remaining rounds- Bottas | 2023 F1 Season - RaceFans

Valtteri Bottas says Alfa Romeo must clean up their act as a team to score points more regularly over the second half of 2023.

Read more: Alfa Romeo need to be "perfect" to score in remaining rounds- Bottas | 2023 F1 Season - RaceFans

Formula 1 is back - and here's what at stake - SkySports F1

Read more: Formula 1 is back - and here's what at stake - SkySports F1

Alpine has 'small' operating window with '23 car - Gasly | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Alpine has "small" grip window - Gasly • Lawson triggers major SF crash • Quartararo compares Bagnaia to Verstappen

Read more: Alpine has 'small' operating window with '23 car - Gasly | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Brown: Norris' McLaren F1 criticism never demotivating - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

McLaren missed its 2023 season targets with a draggy launch car, which led to significant changes within the organisation led by incoming team principal Andrea Stella.The first fruits of Stella's revamped technical structure were brought to the track in the final races before the summer break, propelling Norris to two podiums while his impressive rookie team-mate Oscar Piastri scored second in ...Keep reading

Read more: Brown: Norris' McLaren F1 criticism never demotivating - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Newey’s ‘challenge the system’ approach a boost to Red Bull F1 success - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The legendary F1 designer is currently Red Bull’s chief technical officer and, although he admits the countdown to his retirement is now underway, he still maintains a hands-on involvement in the squad. Red Bull technical director Pierre Wache thinks that the manner of Newey’s involvement, in looking at the big picture, works really well in helping the team get the best out of ...Keep reading

Read more: Newey’s ‘challenge the system’ approach a boost to Red Bull F1 success  - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Brown: Norris' McLaren F1 criticism never demotivating - Motorsport.com

McLaren missed its 2023 season targets with a draggy launch car, which led to significant changes within the organisation led by incoming team principal Andrea Stella.The first fruits of Stella's revamped technical structure were brought to the track in the final races before the summer break, propelling Norris to two podiums while his impressive rookie team-mate Oscar Piastri scored second in ...Keep reading

Read more: Brown: Norris' McLaren F1 criticism never demotivating - Motorsport.com

Steiner not concerned by reports of US F1 ratings drop | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Guenther Steiner says he is not concerned about suggestions F1 viewing figures in the United States have dipped this season.

Read more: Steiner not concerned by reports of US F1 ratings drop | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Domenicali: F1 pushing sustainable fuels to governments | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: F1 a global influence on sustainable fuels • McLaren jump motivating - Steiner • Alfa Romeo need "a bit of time to catch up"

Read more: Domenicali: F1 pushing sustainable fuels to governments | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Stella: Ground effect cars easier to follow, harder to pass at high speed circuits | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella say current Formula 1 cars are naturally more difficult to overtake at high speed circuits.

Read more: Stella: Ground effect cars easier to follow, harder to pass at high speed circuits | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Pirelli announces tyre choices for Zandvoort and Monza - F1technical.net

Formula One’s sole tyre manufacturer Pirelli has announced what tyre compounds drivers and teams will have at their disposal in the last two European rounds of the 2023 F1 season.

Read more: Pirelli announces tyre choices for Zandvoort and Monza - F1technical.net

Williams won't sacrifice future for "a millisecond more" from 2023 F1 car - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Vowles was headhunted by Williams owner Dorilton from Mercedes at the start of this year to oversee a total rebuild of the struggling squad.He soon impressed on the American investment firm that Williams' overhaul would take years as it is lagging behind its midfield rivals in many areas of its Grove base's infrastructure.Despite its predicament, Williams has grabbed some standout results with ...Keep reading

Read more: Williams won't sacrifice future for "a millisecond more" from 2023 F1 car - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Caption Competition 221: When push comes to shove | Caption Competition - RaceFans

The Williams drivers took NFL drills a little too seriously in Miami. Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?

Read more: Caption Competition 221: When push comes to shove | Caption Competition - RaceFans

McLaren sues Palou over IndyCar contract payments - reports | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: McLaren sues Palou over contract • Gow to return to F1 paddock after stroke • Button to race Petit Le Mans

Read more: McLaren sues Palou over IndyCar contract payments - reports | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Why did Pirelli implement mid-season changes to its tyre? - F1technical.net

In response to higher than expected loads in the 2023 season, Formula One's tyre supplier Pirelli decided to introduce a sterner, tougher construction of slick tyres at the British Grand Prix. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó analyses the reasons behind the mid-season tweak.

Read more: Why did Pirelli implement mid-season changes to its tyre? - F1technical.net

Ferrari must accept missing F1 podiums if it cannot achieve more - Sainz - Motorsport.com

Having been in championship contention during the first half of last season, Ferrari's 2023 fortunes have not been as kind and the team has managed just three podium finishes this season.All three have been courtesy of Charles Leclerc as Sainz has not managed to stand among the top three finishers this season, as an inconsistent SF-23 car has vacillated throughout the top 10 order.The continued ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari must accept missing F1 podiums if it cannot achieve more - Sainz - Motorsport.com

Aston Martin's 'no finger pointing' approach behind its F1 turnaround - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Aston Martin shocked F1 this year with its AMR23, the potential of which was rumoured to be huge even before a wheel had been turned at pre-season testing.The whispers and murmurs up and down the paddock about its prowess were confirmed in Bahrain, with a rejuvenated Fernando Alonso taking the podium and an injured Lance Stroll sixth, the first of six rostrums for the former.Aston's results ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin's 'no finger pointing' approach behind its F1 turnaround - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 5: 4-1 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

The final part of RaceFans’ mid-season driver rankings covers the very best performers in the 2023 season so far.

Read more: 2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 5: 4-1 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Massa taking legal action against FIA, FOM over crashgate - reports | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Massa commences legal action over crashgate • Third a "dream" - Alonso • Hughes extends with McLaren's Formula E team

Read more: Massa taking legal action against FIA, FOM over crashgate - reports | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Krack: Aston Martin F1 and Alonso "don't need to manage each other" - Motorsport.com

Alonso carries around a reputation for being a tough customer keen on expanding his influence within a team, which was mainly born from his stints at McLaren.The two-time world champion joined Aston from Alpine for 2023, eager to secure a multi-year deal with the Lawrence Stroll-owned team.In an exclusive interview with Motorsport.com, Krack says the team and Alonso are working harmoniously and ...Keep reading

Read more: Krack: Aston Martin F1 and Alonso "don't need to manage each other" - Motorsport.com

Magazine: Celebrating 60 years of McLaren - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

McLaren, with 183 world championship grand prix wins, is the second-most successful team in Formula 1, behind only Ferrari. Like any team that’s been around for six decades, it’s had its ups and downs, but there can be no doubt that the British squad has produced some of the greatest racing cars of all time, often piloted by the sport’s finest exponents. In this week’s issue we celebrate ...Keep reading

Read more: Magazine: Celebrating 60 years of McLaren - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Magazine: Celebrating 60 years of McLaren - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

McLaren, with 183 world championship grand prix wins, is the second-most successful team in Formula 1, behind only Ferrari. Like any team that’s been around for six decades, it’s had its ups and downs, but there can be no doubt that the British squad has produced some of the greatest racing cars of all time, often piloted by the sport’s finest exponents. In this week’s issue we celebrate ...Keep reading

Read more: Magazine: Celebrating 60 years of McLaren - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull surprised F1 rivals took so long to understand its DRS secret - Motorsport.com

The Milton Keynes-based squad has produced some eye-opening performances this year thanks to a huge advantage that drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez enjoy when the DRS is open.The opposition has been looking closely to try to understand if there is a clever trick that Red Bull has deployed to deliver the speed boost.Lewis Hamilton also recently prompted some intrigue about what Red Bull was ...Keep reading

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Red Bull surprised F1 rivals took so long to understand its DRS secret - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Milton Keynes-based squad has produced some eye-opening performances this year thanks to a huge advantage that drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez enjoy when the DRS is open.The opposition have been looking closely to try to understand if there is a clever trick that Red Bull has deployed to deliver the speed boost.Lewis Hamilton also recently prompted some intrigue about what Red Bull was ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull surprised F1 rivals took so long to understand its DRS secret - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 4: 8-5 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

The penultimate part of RaceFans’ mid-season driver sees four drivers who were not quite enough to earn a place at the very top of the field.

Read more: 2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 4: 8-5 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Alonso: Aston Martin move the best decision of my career - SkySports F1

Fernando Alonso says his decision to join Aston Martin was arguably the "best" of his career, but insists he has "no regrets" over any of his previous team changes.

Read more: Alonso: Aston Martin move the best decision of my career - SkySports F1

Hamilton contract delay a matter of 'cleaning up trivial things' - Wolff | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Wolff comments on Hamilton contract • Castroneves 'still has fire to race' • FIA and FIM team up for land speed record runs

Read more: Hamilton contract delay a matter of 'cleaning up trivial things' - Wolff | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Zandvoort: The "problem" which created the steep bends - Motorsport.com

"It all started with a problem.“ This is how track manager Niek Oude Luttikhuis describes the first talks with Formula 1 about a possible return to Zandvoort. And that is the story of this problem, an extraordinary idea and its implementation. Or in a nutshell: How the F1 track in Zandvoort got its steep curves.Such a thing had not yet been a topic in 2018, but when Zandvoort first put out its ...Keep reading

Read more: Zandvoort: The "problem" which created the steep bends - Motorsport.com

Why Red Bull thinks its dominant RB19 F1 car is just "average good" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

In fact, providing Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez aren't derailed by a dose of bad luck over the second half of the season, it could become the first F1 challenger ever to deliver a season clean-sweep.But while the RB19 is leaving others in its wake, Red Bull's own perception of the car is markedly different. It does not see the RB19 as being a particular stand-out contender that has delivered ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Red Bull thinks its dominant RB19 F1 car is just "average good" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 3: 12-9 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

The third part of RaceFans’ mid-season driver rankings covers drivers who have been impressive at times, but not as consistently as others.

Read more: 2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 3: 12-9 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Fittipaldi: 'Opportunities will show up' in battle for Red Bull F1 seats - SkySports F1

While Max Verstappen's 2023 season will go down as one of the most dominant the sport has seen, his fellow Red Bull drivers Sergio Perez, Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda are under scrutiny - and the pressure to perform is not just coming from the top.

Read more: Fittipaldi: 'Opportunities will show up' in battle for Red Bull F1 seats - SkySports F1

Aston Martin have "good" amount of budget left to spend on developing 2023 car | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Aston Martin have budget to improve '23 car • Rast out at McLaren Formula E • Silverstone to pay resident fines

Read more: Aston Martin have "good" amount of budget left to spend on developing 2023 car | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Ferrari F1 recovery being helped by protective "bubble", says Leclerc - Motorsport.com - MotoGP - Stories

The Maranello squad has endured a difficult 2023 campaign where its hopes of challenging for the championship quickly evaporated off the back of race struggles with its SF-23 car. But, under new team boss Vasseur, the squad has made a number of infrastructure changes and car tweaks that appear to have helped turn things around, with Leclerc back on the podium at the recent Belgian Grand ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari F1 recovery being helped by protective "bubble", says Leclerc  - Motorsport.com - MotoGP - Stories

Piastri: Fighting for F1 podiums a "distant dream" at the start of 2023 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Piastri looked set for a low-key debut season with McLaren as his team missed its development targets for its 2023 car and started off the season on the back foot.The MCL60's deficiencies only allowed the Australian to score five points in the first nine races, while experienced team-mate Lando Norris similarly failed to wring a string of results out of the relatively inefficient and hard-to-drive ...Keep reading

Read more: Piastri: Fighting for F1 podiums a "distant dream" at the start of 2023 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 2: 16-13 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Part two of our mid-season driver rankings features drivers who have not been as impressive as the majority of their peers.

Read more: 2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 2: 16-13 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Olympics committee to decide whether to include motorsport in 2028 games | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: IOC to decide whether to include motorsport in 2028 games • F1 right to err on "super safe side" at Spa • Lamborghini WEC testing begins

Read more: Olympics committee to decide whether to include motorsport in 2028 games | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Gasly: 2023 "the most unlucky" year I’ve known in F1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Frenchman joined the Enstone-based squad at the start of this year, and hoped it would be able to improve on its fourth-place finish in the 2022 constructors’ championship standings. However, Alpine has endured a turbulent campaign beset by incidents and internal politics. Gasly and team-mate Esteban Ocon have accidentally driven into each other twice, and the A523 has slipped back into ...Keep reading

Read more: Gasly: 2023 "the most unlucky" year I’ve known in F1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Aston Martin still has budget left to keep developing 2023 F1 car - Motorsport.com

The Silverstone-based squad started the year as Red Bull's main challenger but has since had to face an increased threat from Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren which have all made good gains during the campaign. A recent dip in form was blamed on the side effects of an upgrade path that the team took, but Motorsport.com also reported recently that the squad could have been hit by an FIA flexi wing ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin still has budget left to keep developing 2023 F1 car - Motorsport.com

Leclerc ready to "push" for new Ferrari F1 deal despite other options - Motorsport.com

The Monegasque driver's current contract runs out at the end of the 2024 season and there has been no rush from either his side or Ferrari's to get an extension sorted out so far. That delay, allied to a frustrating campaign with Ferrari that did not deliver the results hoped for, triggered speculation about other teams vying for Leclerc's service. Front-runners Mercedes, Aston Martin and Red ...Keep reading

Read more: Leclerc ready to "push" for new Ferrari F1 deal despite other options - Motorsport.com

Leclerc ready to "push" for new Ferrari F1 deal despite other options - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Monegasque driver’s current contract runs out at the end of the 2024 season and there has been no rush from either his side or Ferrari’s to get an extension sorted out so far. That delay, allied to a frustrating campaign with Ferrari that did not deliver the results hoped for, triggered speculation about other teams vying for Leclerc’s service. Front-runners Mercedes, Aston Martin and ...Keep reading

Read more: Leclerc ready to "push" for new Ferrari F1 deal despite other options - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Leclerc ready to "push" for new Ferrari F1 deal despite other options - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Monegasque driver’s current contract runs out at the end of the 2024 season and there has been no rush from either his side or Ferrari’s to get an extension sorted out so far. That delay, allied to a frustrating campaign with Ferrari that did not deliver the results hoped for, triggered speculation about other teams vying for Leclerc’s service. Front-runners Mercedes, Aston Martin and ...Keep reading

Read more: Leclerc ready to "push" for new Ferrari F1 deal despite other options - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

What do F1 2024 title hopefuls need to do to catch Red Bull? - SkySports F1

With Red Bull's relentless brilliance having left their Formula 1 rivals facing a huge task to restore parity, Sky Sports assess what each 2024 title hopeful needs to focus on for the remainder of the season.

Read more: What do F1 2024 title hopefuls need to do to catch Red Bull? - SkySports F1

2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 1: 20-17 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

The first part of RaceFans' mid-season driver rankings for 2023. Today's first part covers the year's lowest-rated performers of the season so far.

Read more: 2023 mid-season F1 driver rankings part 1: 20-17 | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Aston Martin 'need another step to get back to the competitive car we had' - Stroll | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Aston Martin need "another step" from car - Stroll • Same driver hits Button and Kobayashi in NASCAR car • De Vries back in the cockpit

Read more: Aston Martin 'need another step to get back to the competitive car we had' - Stroll | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Norris: Quicker McLaren F1 car still doesn’t suit my driving style - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The team has made a major step with its car after releasing the first part of its anticipated upgrade package at the Austrian GP. Benefitting from the updates, Norris has subsequently finished second in both the British and Hungarian GPs.However, Norris insists that the way the car has to be driven still doesn't gel with his personal style, and that the same applies to team-mate Oscar ...Keep reading

Read more: Norris: Quicker McLaren F1 car still doesn’t suit my driving style - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Should F1 switch to a single practice session for all grand prix weekends? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Formula 1 drivers get three hours of practice at some rounds but just one hour at others. Should all events have the same, lower figure?

Read more: Should F1 switch to a single practice session for all grand prix weekends? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Bottas: Sticking around for Audi F1 era making more sense - Motorsport.com

The Finn has an option to stay at the current Alfa Romeo titled team in to 2024 as part of an original two plus-one year contract that he signed with the squad ahead of the 2022 campaign.But despite some early promise after his switch from Mercedes, Alfa Romeo has slipped down the midfield order and currently lies ninth in the constructors’ championship.This also comes at a time when it is ...Keep reading

Read more: Bottas: Sticking around for Audi F1 era making more sense - Motorsport.com

"Tyrrell: The story of the Tyrrell Racing Organisation" reviewed - RaceFans

It's 50 years since Tyrrell's last championship, 40 since their last win and 25 since they bowed out of F1. This new book tells their story.

Read more: "Tyrrell: The story of the Tyrrell Racing Organisation" reviewed - RaceFans

F1 still seeing "solid growth" in American TV viewership in 2023 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: F1 still enjoying "solid growth" in USA • Rahal relished fight without "DRS crap" • "Great finish" possible without lap one chaos - Grosjean

Read more: F1 still seeing "solid growth" in American TV viewership in 2023 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Dixon spins but wins after resisting Rahal's charge | IndyCar - RaceFans

Scott Dixon held off Graham Rahal to win the Brickyard Grand Prix at Indy, after a first-lap incident which inflicted critical damage to Josef Newgarden's slim title hopes.

Read more: Dixon spins but wins after resisting Rahal's charge | IndyCar - RaceFans

Alex Palou breaks agreement, will not join McLaren in 2024 - Motorsport.com - IndyCar - Stories

This latest contractual saga follows a protracted legal battle over his services for 2023, during which Ganassi filed a lawsuit against its own driver after he signed a contract with McLaren in the summer of 2022.A legal mediation led to him staying with Ganassi for this season, in which he seems certain to claim his second championship, but allowed him to drive McLaren Formula 1 cars and serve as ...Keep reading

Read more: Alex Palou breaks agreement, will not join McLaren in 2024 - Motorsport.com - IndyCar - Stories

Caption Competition 220: Alpine pair meet famous farmer | Caption Competition - RaceFans

After making good on a bet to buy everyone at Alpine a beer, Jeremy Clarkson met drivers Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly. Share your best caption for this picture.

Read more: Caption Competition 220: Alpine pair meet famous farmer | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Changes to Ferrari leadership structure "in the coming weeks" - Vasseur | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Vasseur plans continual change at Ferrari • Melbourne gives up right to F1 season opener • Blomqvist relishing challenge of ovals

Read more: Changes to Ferrari leadership structure "in the coming weeks" - Vasseur | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

How the Dutch GP gave some "fresh air" to F1 bosses' future vision - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Instead, what Zandvoort unleashed since its comeback was a vision of F1’s future: of a venue willing to go the extra mile in delivering entertainment and an exciting package for fans that went far beyond just what was happening on track.In fact, Zandvoort has been praised by F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali for delivering "fresh air", and helping set a benchmark for what is expected from modern era ...Keep reading

Read more: How the Dutch GP gave some "fresh air" to F1 bosses' future vision - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Mercedes F1 car "annoyingly dead" in the middle of corners - Motorsport.com

With the German car manufacturer having realised it has taken the wrong approach with its 2023 car, having been too cautious with its ride height target, the team has been chasing solutions to get it closer to the front of the grid. And while more downforce would not go amiss, its technical director James Allison says that a particular effort has been thrown at trying to improve the handling and ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes F1 car "annoyingly dead" in the middle of corners - Motorsport.com

Norris leads the way at McLaren but can't afford to ignore potential of Piastri | 2023 F1 team mate battles - RaceFans

Lando Norris has comfortably out-scored his new team mate so far but Oscar Piastri is getting closer all the time.

Read more: Norris leads the way at McLaren but can't afford to ignore potential of Piastri | 2023 F1 team mate battles - RaceFans

Ferrari should be protagonists, not extras - Montezemolo | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ferrari should be protagonists, not extras - Montezemolo • We knew Palou would be stronger after "legal drama" - McLaughlin • Ex-Raikkonen McLaren up for sale

Read more: Ferrari should be protagonists, not extras - Montezemolo | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Mercedes thinks it has finally found ride height sweet spot for 2024 F1 car - Motorsport.com

The German manufacturer has endured a challenging time since the switch to ground-effect cars at the start of the 2022 campaign. Last year's W13 was blighted by porpoising, and the squad battled with a too-small ride height operating window for where its car produced downforce, which effectively forced it to run very close to the ground. This had a double whammy effect of risking bouncing as the ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes thinks it has finally found ride height sweet spot for 2024 F1 car - Motorsport.com

Mercedes thinks it has finally found ride height sweet spot for 2024 F1 car - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The German manufacturer has endured a challenging time since the switch to ground-effect cars at the start of the 2022 campaign.Last year’s W13 was blighted by porpoising, and the squad battled with a small ride height operating window for where its car produced downforce, which effectively forced it to run very close to the ground.This had a double whammy effect of risking bouncing as the ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes thinks it has finally found ride height sweet spot for 2024 F1 car - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Hamilton reasserts himself over Russell as Mercedes change direction with W14 | 2023 F1 team mate battles - RaceFans

George Russell out-scored Lewis Hamilton last year but the seven-times champion has hit back since Mercedes abandoned its 'zero' sidepods.

Read more: Hamilton reasserts himself over Russell as Mercedes change direction with W14 | 2023 F1 team mate battles - RaceFans

Ricciardo, Perez and the Red Bull 2025 seat | Who could be options? - SkySports F1

"Red Bull is the dream."

Read more: Ricciardo, Perez and the Red Bull 2025 seat | Who could be options? - SkySports F1

"Missed opportunities" leave Russell ruing "a season of two halves" | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Too many "missed opportunities" for Russell • Montoya: Seven drivers could win title in Red Bull • Rising Brazilian star to debut in Indy Nxt

Read more: "Missed opportunities" leave Russell ruing "a season of two halves" | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Williams F1 success is still a five-year project, says Vowles - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Former Mercedes head of strategy Vowles took control of the Grove outfit in February as the replacement for ex-Volkswagen motorsport boss Jost Capito, who left after two years.He is trying to gather voting support for future F1 Commission meetings to allow Williams more capacity within the capital expenditure spending limitations to upgrade its factory.But Vowles has warned that, even if new ...Keep reading

Read more: Williams F1 success is still a five-year project, says Vowles - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull's DRS edge will take a while to close, despite F1 rivals waking up to it - Motorsport.com

One of the standout characteristics of the dominant RB19 is the DRS advantage that has helped Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez often be unstoppable on the straights. It has been key in producing some impressive qualifying performances and allowing both drivers to breeze past the opposition in races without much difficulty. While the scale of the Red Bull DRS gain prompted theories earlier in the ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull's DRS edge will take a while to close, despite F1 rivals waking up to it - Motorsport.com

F1 driver ratings: Who has impressed in 2023 so far? - SkySports F1

As the 2023 Formula 1 season pauses for its summer break, Sky Sports F1 assesses the drivers’ performances across the first 12 races.

Read more: F1 driver ratings: Who has impressed in 2023 so far? - SkySports F1

FIA will make F1 cars lighter in 2026 "because it's right for the sport" - Ben Sulayem | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: FIA will make F1 cars lighter in 2026 - Ben Sulayem • Frijns returns to Envision in FE • Kirkwood says he should have four street track wins

Read more: FIA will make F1 cars lighter in 2026 "because it's right for the sport" - Ben Sulayem | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Is Alpine’s plan to fast-track F1 success a pipe dream? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

While former team principal Otmar Szafnauer and sporting director Alan Permane both reckoned that it would realistically take a few more years for the Enstone-based squad to hit its victory targets, the French car manufacturer’s senior management believed it could be done quicker. It was this disconnect of timeline and ambition that ultimately saw Alpine pull the trigger and part ways with both ...Keep reading

Read more: Is Alpine’s plan to fast-track F1 success a pipe dream? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Aston Martin’s F1 form dip: An upgrade side-effect or flexi-wing fallout? - Motorsport.com

With Fernando Alonso having helped breathe some excitement into the early races as he emerged as the shock main challenger to Red Bull, the squad even came close to victory in the Monaco Grand Prix.  But after an impressive six podium finishes out of the first eight races, including seconds in Monaco and Canada, things became a bit more difficult.  Alonso's best results since the Austrian GP ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin’s F1 form dip: An upgrade side-effect or flexi-wing fallout? - Motorsport.com

Is Alpine’s plan to fast-track F1 success a pipe dream? - Motorsport.com

While former team principal Otmar Szafnauer and sporting director Alan Permane both reckoned that it would realistically take a few more years for the Enstone-based squad to hit its victory targets, the French car manufacturer’s senior management believed it could be done quicker. It was this disconnect of timeline and ambition that ultimately saw Alpine pull the trigger and part ways with both ...Keep reading

Read more: Is Alpine’s plan to fast-track F1 success a pipe dream? - Motorsport.com

Aston Martin’s F1 form dip: an upgrade side effect or flexi-wing fallout? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With Fernando Alonso having helped breathe some excitement into the early races, as he emerged as the shock main challenger to Red Bull, the squad even came close to victory in the Monaco Grand Prix.  But after an impressive six podium finishes out of the first eight races, including seconds in Monaco and Canada, things became a bit more difficult.  Alonso’s best results since the Austrian ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin’s F1 form dip: an upgrade side effect or flexi-wing fallout? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Aston Martin’s F1 form dip: an upgrade side effect or flexi-wing fallout? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

With Fernando Alonso having helped breathe some excitement into the early races, as he emerged as the shock main challenger to Red Bull, the squad even came close to victory in the Monaco Grand Prix.  But after an impressive six podium finishes out of the first eight races, including seconds in Monaco and Canada, things became a bit more difficult.  Alonso’s best results since the Austrian ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin’s F1 form dip: an upgrade side effect or flexi-wing fallout? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Supreme Verstappen ensures Perez’s spell as a championship contender is brief | 2023 F1 team mate battles - RaceFans

Sergio Perez began the season looking like a championship contender but his team mate Max Verstappen soon asserted his supremacy.

Read more: Supreme Verstappen ensures Perez’s spell as a championship contender is brief | 2023 F1 team mate battles - RaceFans

Aston Martin identify reasons for slump | 'Alonso exceeds expectations' - SkySports F1

Aston Martin admit they have to turn the narrative in F1's development race when the season resumes at the end of August as they bid to halt their slide in the battle behind Red Bull.

Read more: Aston Martin identify reasons for slump | 'Alonso exceeds expectations' - SkySports F1

Trophy breaks, driver clashes and nightmare starts | F1's most viral moments so far! - SkySports F1

Watch the most viral moments so far from the 2023 Formula 1 season.

Read more: Trophy breaks, driver clashes and nightmare starts | F1's most viral moments so far! - SkySports F1

Mercedes expect more gains from W14 despite having “almost stopped” development | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes can "optimise" car without upgrades • Green concerns affecting F1 in Germany - Hulkenberg • Alfa Romeo missed summer target

Read more: Mercedes expect more gains from W14 despite having “almost stopped” development | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Verstappen: F1 approaching rain "like NASCAR" would be a "shame" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The perils of racing single-seaters in the rain were highlighted last month by the fatal accident of Formula Regional racer Dilano van 't Hoff at Spa, with the lack of visibility in the rain a major factor in the multi-car collision that claimed the Dutchman's life.Rain also derailed the Belgian Grand Prix's Saturday sprint, which was shortened to 11 laps following five formation laps behind the ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen: F1 approaching rain "like NASCAR" would be a "shame" - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Why abandoning zeropods brought no immediate F1 gain for Mercedes - Motorsport.com

After more than a season of Mercedes going it alone in pursuit of its zeropod concept, it finally abandoned the idea as it pursued the growing trend for what has become known as the downwash solution. The fact that Red Bull had been so successful from the off with its downwash design inevitably prompted suggestions that Mercedes’ change of tack would bring some immediate and automatic ...Keep reading

Read more: Why abandoning zeropods brought no immediate F1 gain for Mercedes - Motorsport.com

Mercedes believe Spa bouncing was not caused by upgrades - SkySports F1

Mercedes believe the return of bouncing to their car at the Belgian Grand Prix was a result of track characteristics and setup rather than the upgrades they brought to the W14.

Read more: Mercedes believe Spa bouncing was not caused by upgrades - SkySports F1

Leclerc’s wet weather troubles “behind us” after Silverstone practice – Vasseur | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Leclerc's Silverstone running solved struggles - Vasseur • Wolff injures arm • Bottas confident Alfa Romeo can improve

Read more: Leclerc’s wet weather troubles “behind us” after Silverstone practice – Vasseur | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Financial: Liberty Media announce their latest financial report - F1technical.net

The cancellation of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix meant that the sport has recorded a minus sign in the revenue and earnings columns in the second quarter of 2023 according to the financial statements published by Liberty Media.

Read more: Financial: Liberty Media announce their latest financial report - F1technical.net

Mercedes optimistic they’re “in the right place for winter” with development plan | 2023 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Mercedes will bring further upgrades to their W14, but the team’s focus is now on the design of next year’s car.

Read more: Mercedes optimistic they’re “in the right place for winter” with development plan | 2023 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Horner praises Red Bull F1's Jason Statham for dealing with "tough customer" Verstappen - Motorsport.com

Verstappen and Lambiase raised eyebrows with a vocal disagreement over their run plan during Friday qualifying.That was followed up by more fiery exchanges in the race, particularly when Lambiase asked his driver to "use your head more" in the final stint when Verstappen took too much life out of his new soft tyres.Verstappen then joked that he would push on and make another pitstop for some ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner praises Red Bull F1's Jason Statham for dealing with "tough customer" Verstappen - Motorsport.com

McLaughlin waits out weather delays to beat O’Ward to Nashville pole | IndyCar - RaceFans

Scott McLaughlin took pole position for this weekend's Music City Grand Prix with a blistering final lap in qualifying.

Read more: McLaughlin waits out weather delays to beat O’Ward to Nashville pole | IndyCar - RaceFans

Wolff and I are two of the last ‘dinosaur’ team principals – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Wolff and I 'dinosaur' team principals - Horner • Sargeant happy with recent form • Isola confident F1 can find spray solution

Read more: Wolff and I are two of the last ‘dinosaur’ team principals – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Liberty expects Las Vegas Grand Prix set up costs to rise to over £300m | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Formula 1's commercial rights holders Liberty Media expect the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix will reach almost $400m in set up costs.

Read more: Liberty expects Las Vegas Grand Prix set up costs to rise to over £300m | 2023 F1 season - RaceFans

Caption Competition 219: On your head, Helmut | Caption Competition - RaceFans

How did Helmut Marko's respond when Frederic Vasseur tried to put a sticker on his head? Can you come up with the best caption for this image?

Read more: Caption Competition 219: On your head, Helmut | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Verstappen aiming to set up own GT3 team from 2025 - Motorsport.com

Through Verstappen.com Racing, the Dutchman and his family are planning to put together a two-car GT3 team that could compete in series like the GT World Challenge (GTWC) from 2025 onwards."It all started with Team Redline in sim racing," Verstappen said in an interview the Dutch magazine Formule 1."With Verstappen.com Racing we are sponsoring and supporting various racing activities from ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen aiming to set up own GT3 team from 2025 - Motorsport.com

Decision on 11th F1 team expected in September – Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Eleventh team decision 'in September' • Palou, Herta F1 ready - Andretti • Monza may be one of Williams' best races - Vowles

Read more: Decision on 11th F1 team expected in September – Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Red Bull opened up "another advantage" with latest F1 upgrade – Wolff - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Just as Red Bull’s rivals appeared to be closing in on F1’s benchmark squad, Max Verstappen and team-mate Sergio Perez were gifted a step forward in pace with an overhaul of their RB19 for the Hungarian Grand Prix.The winning margins since the update landed have been above 30 seconds over the nearest non-Red Bull car, putting it back on a par with where it started the season.The changes to the ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull opened up "another advantage" with latest F1 upgrade – Wolff - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ferrari not convinced by call to equalise engines: ‘Renault is not so far away’ | 2023 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur is not convinced by Alpine's call to equalise the performance of engines in Formula 1.

Read more: Ferrari not convinced by call to equalise engines: ‘Renault is not so far away’ | 2023 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

'More fearful of being slow than injured' - How F1 drivers cope with danger - SkySports F1

Amid the heightened danger of a wet Spa-Francorchamps circuit hosting the final Grand Prix before Formula 1's summer break, Sky Sports' Martin Brundle, Anthony Davidson and Naomi Schiff explained how drivers cope with the risks of their chosen sport.

Read more: 'More fearful of being slow than injured' - How F1 drivers cope with danger - SkySports F1

Russell confident Mercedes will hold on to second in championship | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes can hold second place - Russell • Evans extends with Jaguar • Armstrong grateful for Franchitti's support

Read more: Russell confident Mercedes will hold on to second in championship | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Horner, Perez explain F1 Belgian GP "you will talk to me now" exchange - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

On Friday afternoon Perez qualified third for the Spa-Francorchamps race, behind team-mate Max Verstappen and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.After Perez's final qualifying lap team principal Christian Horner came on the radio to congratulate the Mexican, who replied: "Ah, you will talk to me now..."Horner replied: "I will talk to you. I said to you top five, mate. You've blitzed it."The exchange began ...Keep reading

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Norris: Leaving McLaren was in back of my mind - SkySports F1

Lando Norris has admitted leaving McLaren has been "in the back" of his mind but says a recent upturn in form has left him "confident" of winning Formula 1 world championships with the team.

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Verstappen picks Miami Grand Prix as his best drive of 2023 so far | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen picks Miami as best drive of 2023 so far • Armstrong: Results reflect performance in IndyCar more than F2 • Pirelli conclude F1 tyre test

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Hamilton’s post-F1 future not a part of new Mercedes contract - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The seven-time world champion is currently waiting for his lawyers and Mercedes representatives to clarify the final elements of a new deal that will commit him to F1 for the next few years. Delays in getting the contract across the line have triggered speculation that there are aspects of the deal that have not been easy to resolve. One issue that has cropped up recently is the suggestion ...Keep reading

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Red Bull’s rivals say they are racing Perez but not Verstappen | 2023 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Red Bull's rivals say there is "a big difference between the two team mates" and believe one of them is within range.

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Gasly pleased to give Alpine “positive memories” after turbulent weekend | 2023 Belgian Grand Prix - RaceFans

Pierre Gasly said he was pleased to bring some cheer to Alpine amid a turbulent weekend for the team by finishing third in Saturday's sprint race.

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Verstappen and engineer's 'seamless relationship' | 'Siblings in it together' - SkySports F1

Despite exchanging some sharp messages over team radio at last weekend's Belgian Gran Prix, Max Verstappen and race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase are "like siblings", Karun Chandhok and David Croft told the Sky Sports F1 Podcast.

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Fernando Alonso: Aston Martin driver on 'the dark side', Max Verstappen and Alpine - BBC F1

Fernando Alonso tells BBC Sport's Andrew Benson about being on 'the dark side', feeling misunderstood and being competitive.

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Horner not missing fight with Red Bull’s rivals: “I’m still recovering from 2021” | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Horner not missing fight with Red Bull's rivals • Pirelli test wet weather tyres at Spa • Ferrari begins 2023 junior talent search

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McLaren pushing to sign off final F1 ‘conceptual evolution’ update for 2023 car - Motorsport.com

Ahead of a landmark moment for the team, as it prepares to put its 2024 car in its new wind tunnel for the first time, the squad still wants to eke out one final effort for its current MCL60.For beyond bespoke low-drag solutions that will be needed for high-speed tracks like Monza and Las Vegas later this year, team principal Andrea Stella says that there are further improvements to come to help ...Keep reading

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Leclerc: Podium gives me a smile | We need to understand package - SkySports F1

Charles Leclerc says his third place at the Belgian Grand Prix will put a smile on his and the team's face during the summer break, but has urged Ferrari to understand their car.

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