F1 tracks: How long circuits will stay on the F1 schedule - F1technical.net

Seven circuits on the actual F1 calendar will look to extend their time in F1 beyond 2025, with their deals coming to an end next year. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó takes a look at the contracts of each hosting venue of the current F1 calendar.

Read more: F1 tracks: How long circuits will stay on the F1 schedule - F1technical.net

F1 set for debate over more Sprints after Verstappen warning - SkySports F1

As China hosted the first of six Formula 1 Sprint weekends in 2024, the paddock's attention was already shifting towards a discussion over whether the format should be rolled out more regularly in the future.

Read more: F1 set for debate over more Sprints after Verstappen warning - SkySports F1

Hamilton's Q1 elimination in Shanghai was Mercedes' mistake - Allison | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Hamilton's China qualifying a team error • Hadjar quickest as F2 test ends • Hesketh commemorate first F1 victory

Read more: Hamilton's Q1 elimination in Shanghai was Mercedes' mistake - Allison | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Decision on changes to F1 points system deferred to summer - SkySports F1

Formula 1's stakeholders have deferred further discussion on a proposal to extend the points positions for 2025 until later this year.

Read more: Decision on changes to F1 points system deferred to summer - SkySports F1

Could Newey join Hamilton at Ferrari? - SkySports F1

Sky Sports News' Craig Slater explains that Adrian Newey could be set to leave Red Bull and might join Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari in the future.

Read more: Could Newey join Hamilton at Ferrari? - SkySports F1

Pourchaire sure he'll get more chances to join F1 after strong IndyCar debut | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Reigning Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire is confident he has "a few more opportunities" to try and get onto the Formula 1 grid.

Read more: Pourchaire sure he'll get more chances to join F1 after strong IndyCar debut | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Ricciardo's performance was "much better" in China - Marko | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ricciardo's performance was "much better" in China - Marko • Marti leads F2 test • Four two-driver entries for WEC Spa

Read more: Ricciardo's performance was "much better" in China - Marko | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

When Senna broke his F1 duck by walking on water - Motorsport.com

Following a late electrical failure that took him out of the running for a podium finish in Rio de Janeiro’s opening round, Senna arrived at Estoril looking for his first points of the season.Senna and Lotus had certainly showed flashes of pace-setting form in Brazil, but here he was able to unleash some fearsome speed from his Renault-powered 97T right from Friday’s first qualifying ...Keep reading

Read more: When Senna broke his F1 duck by walking on water - Motorsport.com

‘Metronomic’ Verstappen may rule F1, but it won’t last forever - Horner - Motorsport.com

Verstappen has turned F1 into a one-man show over recent seasons, as Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz is the only other driver to have won a race since last year’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix.And despite rivals throwing everything they can at trying to close down Red Bull’s advantage, the world champion squad is still clearly in a class of its own at the front.It means that with Verstappen in the form of ...Keep reading

Read more: ‘Metronomic’ Verstappen may rule F1, but it won’t last forever - Horner - Motorsport.com

Verstappen set to overtake Hamilton's career race-winning rate at next round | 2024 Chinese GP stats and facts - RaceFans

Max Verstappen has won half of all races between the last two Chinese Grands Prix but Lewis Hamilton's win-less spell continues.

Read more: Verstappen set to overtake Hamilton's career race-winning rate at next round | 2024 Chinese GP stats and facts - RaceFans

'Over the limit', 'it cost us' - Could driver flashpoints hurt Ferrari? - SkySports F1

Ferrari endured their first underwhelming race of the Formula 1 season so far at the Chinese GP as they failed to finish on the podium for the first time in 2024.

Read more: 'Over the limit', 'it cost us' - Could driver flashpoints hurt Ferrari? - SkySports F1

"The media try to massacre me and assassinate me" - Ben Sulayem | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ben Sulayem hits out at critics • New Thai Grand Prix rumours • No damage fears after Tsunoda's car falls

Read more: "The media try to massacre me and assassinate me" - Ben Sulayem | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

2024 Chinese Grand Prix weekend F1 driver ratings | Formula 1 - RaceFans

The first sprint round of the season produced some surprise results but no new winner. Here's RaceFans' driver ratings for the Chinese Grand Prix.

Read more: 2024 Chinese Grand Prix weekend F1 driver ratings | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Norris: McLaren can fight Red Bull for wins this season - SkySports F1

Lando Norris says McLaren's performance at the Chinese Grand Prix provided "more evidence" that he can claim his maiden Formula 1 victory during the 2024 season.

Read more: Norris: McLaren can fight Red Bull for wins this season - SkySports F1

No one to blame for Stroll-Ricciardo collision under Safety Car - Krack | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: No one to blame for Safety Car crash - Krack • Support for Zhou "beautiful" - Norris • Ferrari regret not splitting WEC strategies

Read more: No one to blame for Stroll-Ricciardo collision under Safety Car - Krack | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Shanghai sees both sides of Verstappen with dominant victory | 2024 Chinese GP report - RaceFans

Max Verstappen let his usual discipline slip for a moment as he collected his fourth win of the season in Shanghai.

Read more: Shanghai sees both sides of Verstappen with dominant victory | 2024 Chinese GP report - RaceFans

Dixon sips fuel to win as Newgarden and Herta collide in his mirrors | IndyCar - RaceFans

Scott Dixon won the Long Beach Grand Prix with a fuel-sipping masterpiece of a drive which surprised even himself.

Read more: Dixon sips fuel to win as Newgarden and Herta collide in his mirrors | IndyCar - RaceFans

Russell: Hamilton F1 sprint podium doesn’t disguise progress Mercedes still needs - Motorsport.com

Hamilton proved how strong the race pace of the team’s W15 is when he finished second in the Shanghai sprint, beaten only by Max Verstappen’s Red Bull.It was a performance that confirmed suspicions that the Mercedes is better against the opposition on long runs, but is struggling to extract as good a performance on single-lap form which often leaves it far down the order.Russell said that ...Keep reading

Read more: Russell: Hamilton F1 sprint podium doesn’t disguise progress Mercedes still needs - Motorsport.com

Chassis change giving Ricciardo "more confidence" in Shanghai | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Chassis change giving Ricciardo "more confidence" • Red flag cost me set of softs - Russell • Hulkenberg reprimanded

Read more: Chassis change giving Ricciardo "more confidence" in Shanghai | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

PERFORMANCE: How the field stack up against Verstappen in China - F1technical.net

Max Verstappen secured Red Bull's 100th F1 pole position at the same circuit where they scored their first pole. The Milton Keynes-based team's performance looked ominous both in the 19-lap sprint and in the main qualifying session. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó analyses teams' performance after the sprint race and qualifying.

Read more: PERFORMANCE: How the field stack up against Verstappen in China - F1technical.net

The Haas F1 updates that have bucked a sprint race trend - Motorsport.com

With so little practice running before parc ferme conditions beginning for sprint qualifying and the sprint itself, it is all too easy to get lost with the impact of any developments.This is why, for example, Aston Martin elected to fast-track its recent upgrade package to Japan because it did not want it rolled out in China nor Miami.But Haas elected to buck that trend this weekend in Shanghai ...Keep reading

Read more: The Haas F1 updates that have bucked a sprint race trend - Motorsport.com

Pirelli "were not informed" of change to Shanghai track surface | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Pirelli "not informed" of track surface change • Ferrari fastest in WEC practice • Ocon relieved he can change set-up

Read more: Pirelli "were not informed" of change to Shanghai track surface | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

REACTIONS: What teams had to say after the opening day at the Chinese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Formula One returned to China after a five-year hiatus with the Shanghai International Circuit set to host Round 4 of the 2024 F1 season. The opening day saw Lando Norris secure a surprise pole position for the sprint race with Lewis Hamilton also impressing with a second starting position.

Read more: REACTIONS: What teams had to say after the opening day at the Chinese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

F1 Chinese GP: Stroll leads FP1 as small fire causes early red flag - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The Canadian intervened in the end-of-session series of soft tyre laps to leapfrog Oscar Piastri's effort moments before the chequered flag, which nobody else had enough time to beat.His surprise appearance at the top of the timesheets rather defined the atypical order locked in at the close of the session, as many teams opted for varying run plans to prepare for the sprint weekend in China.A ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Chinese GP: Stroll leads FP1 as small fire causes early red flag - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 tracks: How long circuits will stay on the F1 schedule - F1technical.net

Seven circuits on the actual F1 calendar will look to extend their time in F1 beyond 2025, with their deals coming to an end next year. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó takes a look at the contracts of each hosting venue of the current F1 calendar.

Read more: F1 tracks: How long circuits will stay on the F1 schedule - F1technical.net

Tyre preview for the Chinese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Formula One is set to return at the Shanghai International Circuit this weekend with the Chinese Grand Prix hosting the revised sprint weekend format for the first time in 2024. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó delievrs his tyre preview.

Read more: Tyre preview for the Chinese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Alonso: Stroll more sensitive to Aston F1 car handling issues I drive around - Motorsport.com

Alonso was speaking in the pre-event press conference for F1’s returning Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai, a week on from the announcement that he will continue to race with Aston for at least the next two years beyond his current contract expiring at 2024’s conclusion.When asked if Aston is now developing its AMR24 car package around him as the team’s main figure – Alonso having registered ...Keep reading

Read more: Alonso: Stroll more sensitive to Aston F1 car handling issues I drive around - Motorsport.com

I wept when I secured F1 debut - Zhou | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Zhou wept when he was told he'd reached F1 • Bumps eased at Shanghai • F1 Manager sales 'very underwhelming'

Read more: I wept when I secured F1 debut - Zhou | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton replacement contender Antonelli completes first F1 test - SkySports F1

Mercedes protege Andrea Kimi Antonelli, a contender to replace Ferrari-bound Lewis Hamilton next season, completed his first F1 test with the team in Austria on Wednesday.

Read more: Hamilton replacement contender Antonelli completes first F1 test - SkySports F1

2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix session timings and preview - Motorsport.com

The Shanghai International Circuit is gearing up to host F1 for the first time since 2019, following a four-year COVID-induced hiatus.China will also stage the first sprint of 2024, and the format for this year has been tweaked.The shootout for the sprint will now take place on Friday afternoon after a single practice session earlier in the day.The sprint itself will be held on Saturday morning ...Keep reading

Read more: 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix session timings and preview - Motorsport.com

Why Alonso has a point about his career history of one-off penalties | Formula 1 - RaceFans

As Fernando Alonso recently observed, he's been the subject of several unusual penalty decisions in his long career. Why is that?

Read more: Why Alonso has a point about his career history of one-off penalties | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Mercedes expect better results 'definitely in the short-term future' after Suzuka | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes expect better results 'in short-term' • Formula E to reveal 'Evo' car • IndyCar introducing new Aeroscreen this weekend

Read more: Mercedes expect better results 'definitely in the short-term future' after Suzuka | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 2024 schedule: When is the next Formula 1 race? - Motorsport.com

The FIA has regionalised some of the F1 calendar in an attempt to make the series more sustainable. This included moving the Japanese Grand Prix from its mid-to-late-season spot to April for a more defined Asian leg, with the return of the Chinese Grand Prix following two weeks later. The Qatar Grand Prix was also moved to become the penultimate race on the calendar, to make it easier to ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 2024 schedule: When is the next Formula 1 race? - Motorsport.com

Fourth time lucky for F1's sprint race format? Six Chinese GP talking points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Will the latest sprint race changes succeed as F1 returns to Shanghai for the first time since 2019? Here are the talking points for the Chinese GP.

Read more: Fourth time lucky for F1's sprint race format? Six Chinese GP talking points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Who goes where next in F1's most unpredictable driver market? - SkySports F1

Following Fernando Alonso's decision to extend his Aston Martin contract, the Formula 1 driver market is set to burst into action over the coming months.

Read more: Who goes where next in F1's most unpredictable driver market? - SkySports F1

How to watch the Chinese GP, IndyCar at Long Beach and WEC at Imola | TV Times - RaceFans

It's race week! Formula 1 heads to China for the first time since 2019, IndyCar races at Long Beach and WEC is at Imola. Here's how to watch.

Read more: How to watch the Chinese GP, IndyCar at Long Beach and WEC at Imola | TV Times - RaceFans

Why F1's return to China is set to 'spice up' 2024 - SkySports F1

The combination of F1's first Chinese GP in five years and the first Sprint weekend of the 2024 season is set to prove a "big challenge" and "spice up" the season's fifth race weekend, according to leading figures in the sport.

Read more: Why F1's return to China is set to 'spice up' 2024 - SkySports F1

Famin insists Ocon and Gasly are "happy" at Alpine despite struggles | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Gasly and Ocon "happy" at Alpine • Scheckter's title winning Ferrari under auction • Kleck assumes early FRAC lead

Read more: Famin insists Ocon and Gasly are "happy" at Alpine despite struggles | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Formula E: Pascal Wehrlein wins second Misano race in dramatic fashion - F1technical.net

Porsche driver Pascal Wehrlein took a suprise victory in dramatic fashion at the second Misano E-Prix which saw Nissan racer Oliver Rowland lose out on the final lap. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó reports on Round 7 of the 2024 Formula E season.

Read more: Formula E: Pascal Wehrlein wins second Misano race in dramatic fashion - F1technical.net

Newey: Monaco example shows why F1 2026 will be a “strange formula” - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

F1 manufacturers are now hard at work in developing their next-generation turbo hybrids, which will feature a 50/50 split in power between the internal combustion engine and battery.The nature of what is coming has opened the door for what could be some unique characteristics because there will be a premium on energy recovery.Newey has revealed that effectively turning the ICEs into generators ...Keep reading

Read more: Newey: Monaco example shows why F1 2026 will be a “strange formula” - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Da Costa disqualified from first Misano race, handing Rowland win | Formula E - RaceFans

Oliver Rowland has inherited victory in the first Misano Eprix after Antonio Felix da Costa was disqualified for a technical infringement.

Read more: Da Costa disqualified from first Misano race, handing Rowland win | Formula E - RaceFans

Vowles setting up Williams for "almost three years worth of work in one" | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Williams prepare for three years of work in one • Red Bull domination "should be celebrated" • Sette Camara and De Vries penalised

Read more: Vowles setting up Williams for "almost three years worth of work in one" | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Horner has learned “not to listen” to Wolff over F1 title claim - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen’s dominant performance at the Japanese Grand Prix, as he took his third win from four races this year, left few in any doubt that the Dutchman is the clear favourite to grab his fourth world title this season.And while closest challenger Ferrari hopes it can find gains to start putting Red Bull under more pressure for wins, Wolff thinks it a pipe dream that anyone can stop ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner has learned “not to listen” to Wolff over F1 title claim - Motorsport.com

Andretti set for "key meeting" as they continue efforts to join F1 grid in 2026 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Andretti still aiming for 2026 F1 debut • Magnussen gets Haas upgrades for China • Vergne quickest in Formula E practice

Read more: Andretti set for "key meeting" as they continue efforts to join F1 grid in 2026 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Analysis: tyre strategies at the Japanese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Championship runaway leader Max Verstappen might have taken his third victory of the season, but Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc stood out with his brilliant performance as he executed a one-stop strategy to jump up the order following a miserable qualifying session. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó delivers his strategy analysis after the Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: Analysis: tyre strategies at the Japanese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

The unfinished business behind Alonso's new F1 deal - Motorsport.com

Given Alonso's impressive longevity and penchant for surprise twists, one can never be too sure about the cunning Spaniard's next move. But F1's longest-serving protagonist has now openly nailed his colours to Aston Martin's mast with a new long-term contract.His fresh terms include at least a two-year commitment to drive its F1 cars and a deal to move into an as of yet undefined off-track role ...Keep reading

Read more: The unfinished business behind Alonso's new F1 deal - Motorsport.com

Verstappen not a fan of F1's active aero plans for 2026 - Motorsport.com

As the FIA continues its efforts to finalise the new car regulations from 2026, Motorsport.com revealed earlier this week that some alarming simulator findings have prompted a rethink about how the active aero elements of the new F1 challengers will work.Whereas initial investigations focused on only having the rear wing as a moveable element, it has now been decided that the front wing will also ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen not a fan of F1's active aero plans for 2026 - Motorsport.com

Suzuka showed Mercedes "have a more stable platform" now | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Mercedes say they are better able to understand how to get the best out of their W15 after the Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: Suzuka showed Mercedes "have a more stable platform" now | Formula 1 - RaceFans

'A more extreme version' - Newey explains Red Bull 2024 changes - SkySports F1

Red Bull chief technical officer Adrian Newey has explained that the team's 2024 car is a product of "a more extreme version" of the same design philosophy they have pursued since 2022.

Read more: 'A more extreme version' - Newey explains Red Bull 2024 changes - SkySports F1

Andretti opens UK base as it presses on with F1 entry plans | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Andretti opens Silverstone facility • Fans watch Tsunoda test tyres • Newgarden leads Larson in Indy 500 test

Read more: Andretti opens UK base as it presses on with F1 entry plans | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Japan was first race where Red Bull's winning margin was bigger than last year | 2024 Japanese GP stats and facts - RaceFans

Red Bull beat their 2023 winning margin at Suzuka and Max Verstappen now has as many victories as all Finnish drivers. More Japanese Grand Prix facts and stats.

Read more: Japan was first race where Red Bull's winning margin was bigger than last year | 2024 Japanese GP stats and facts - RaceFans

Brundle: Mercedes correlation problems 'very worrying' - SkySports F1

Sky Sports F1's Martin Brundle has described Mercedes' correlation problems as "very worrying" after a disappointing Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: Brundle: Mercedes correlation problems 'very worrying' - SkySports F1

Which circuits are on both the F1 and MotoGP calendars? - Motorsport.com

Race tracks are often used across different motorsport championships, but only five Grade 1 tracks currently host the pinnacles of four- and two-wheeled sport: F1 and MotoGP.   Many more have been used for both championships in the past - so what are those circuits?  Circuit of The Americas - ...Keep reading

Read more: Which circuits are on both the F1 and MotoGP calendars? - Motorsport.com

Sainz calls for 2025 F1 contract talks to 'speed up' - SkySports F1

Carlos Sainz is keen to "speed up" his contract negotiations as he looks to secure a seat on the 2025 F1 grid.

Read more: Sainz calls for 2025 F1 contract talks to 'speed up' - SkySports F1

Ferrari's tyre management is better now than I've ever had before - Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ferrari's tyre management better than ever - Leclerc • Formula E cancels support series • McLaren renews tobacco sponsor

Read more: Ferrari's tyre management is better now than I've ever had before - Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

When BMW topped F1, Hamilton hit Alonso, and Massa started a title charge - Motorsport.com

The race weekend occurred following a backdrop of controversy: FIA president Max Mosley had been exposed by a UK tabloid sting in the week leading up to the event, and some teams were calling on him to step down.On track, BMW’s Sauber era was blossoming, with Robert Kubica scoring his first career F1 pole position, just 0.027s ahead of the Ferrari of Massa. This came despite a lock-up that left ...Keep reading

Read more: When BMW topped F1, Hamilton hit Alonso, and Massa started a title charge - Motorsport.com

Newey calls RB20 "a more extreme version" of dominant 2019 car | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: RB20 is a "more extreme" version of RB19 • Stroll avoids pit penalty • Ferrari made "real step forward"

Read more: Newey calls RB20 "a more extreme version" of dominant 2019 car | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Teams' reactions after the Japanese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Following a disappointing race in Melbourne, championship runaway leader Max Verstappen bounced back to clinch his third win of 2024, heading a dominant one-two for Red Bull in Suzuka. F1Technical's senior writer Balázs Szabó delivers teams' reactions after the Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: Teams' reactions after the Japanese Grand Prix - F1technical.net

F1’s dirty air problem means track position will be king in Japanese GP - Motorsport.com

But teams and drivers are already bracing themselves for what could be a game of patiently follow-the-leader thanks to the growing dirty air problem that F1 is experiencing right now.While F1’s new ground effect rules era from 2022 was supposed to better allow cars to follow each other closely, and indeed it worked for a while, the efforts by teams over more than two years now has done away with ...Keep reading

Read more: F1’s dirty air problem means track position will be king in Japanese GP - Motorsport.com

Kovalainen undergoes successful open-heart surgery | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Kovalainen has openheart surgery • Former Verstappen mechanic moves to Sauber • F1 return is possible - Mazepin

Read more: Kovalainen undergoes successful open-heart surgery | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Aston Martin not pursuing Newey - Krack | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Aston Martin not pursuing Newey - Krack • Hamilton's Melbourne PU "for the bin" • Bearman to run Imola practice for Haas

Read more: Aston Martin not pursuing Newey - Krack | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton loses Australia F1 engine as Mercedes uncovers cause of failure - Motorsport.com

The seven-time world champion retired in the early stages of the race at Albert Park after his Mercedes engine shut down following sensors detecting an unspecified problem.The power unit was flown back to Mercedes’ engine facility at Brixworth for post-race analysis to get an understanding of what happened, with no obvious explanation available immediately and the team unclear about whether or ...Keep reading

Read more: Hamilton loses Australia F1 engine as Mercedes uncovers cause of failure - Motorsport.com

Japanese racers forced to make "late start" due to rules - Tsunoda | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Japanese drivers have "late start" - Tsunoda • Habsburg fractures vertebrae in test crash • Gasly welcomes Alpine's first upgrades

Read more: Japanese racers forced to make "late start" due to rules - Tsunoda | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

FIA clubs recommend legal action over Ben Sulayem accusations - Motorsport.com

In the wake of Ben Sulayem having been cleared of wrongdoing in an investigation relating to allegations of interference in two Formula 1 races last year, a selection of member clubs have issued a strongly-worded letter of support backing him.Clearly designed to quell any talk of an internal move against Ben Sulayem in the short term, a letter signed by more than 30 representatives of FIA member ...Keep reading

Read more: FIA clubs recommend legal action over Ben Sulayem accusations - Motorsport.com

Allegations against Ben Sulayem was an attack on the FIA, say member clubs | Formula 1 - RaceFans

A group of FIA member clubs have given their support to the president of the governing body, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, following his investigation by the Ethics Committee last month.

Read more: Allegations against Ben Sulayem was an attack on the FIA, say member clubs | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Red Bull upgrade rumours and tactical slowing: Nine Japanese GP talking points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Expect Red Bull to fly at Suzuka, but some of their rivals have gone slowly on purpose recently. Here are nine talking points for the Japanese GP.

Read more: Red Bull upgrade rumours and tactical slowing: Nine Japanese GP talking points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Inside team Verstappen: Nothing unsaid, Hamilton mind games & FIFA myths - SkySports F1

Max Verstappen's former performance coach Brad Scanes revealed what life is like in the world champion's inner circle, on the latest episode of the Sky Sports F1 Podcast.

Read more: Inside team Verstappen: Nothing unsaid, Hamilton mind games & FIFA myths - SkySports F1

Haas to bring their first aerodynamic upgrade earlier than planned - F1technical.net

Haas Team Principal Ayao Komatsu has revealed that his team has managed to accelerate the production of several aerodynamic upgrades which will allow the team to introduce the first development package earlier than planned.

Read more: Haas to bring their first aerodynamic upgrade earlier than planned - F1technical.net

New Istanbul Park operator targets F1 return from 2026 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: New Istanbul Park operator targets F1 return from 2026 • Horner complainant "scared and lonely" • No third driver for Cadillac at Imola

Read more: New Istanbul Park operator targets F1 return from 2026 | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

When will Norris win his first F1 race? - SkySports F1

With Lando Norris having become the Formula 1 driver to have claimed the most podiums without winning a race, Sky Sports F1 analyse if and when the Brit is likely to shed the unwanted record.

Read more: When will Norris win his first F1 race? - SkySports F1

Hamilton prepared to "call bulls***" if his F1 film doesn't look authentic | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Hamilton prepared to "call BS" on film errors • Haas fear fast corners at Suzuka • Sauber flat-out on solution to pit stop problems

Read more: Hamilton prepared to "call bulls***" if his F1 film doesn't look authentic | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

The day Montoya gave F1 a shock to the system - Motorsport.com

The opening races of the 2001 season foreshadowed what would be an era of dominance for Michael Schumacher and Ferrari. After finally defeating McLaren's Mika Hakkinen in 2000 the German would go on to dominate the sport for another four seasons. Schumacher duly took pole in Sao Paulo, then the third race of the season, following two wins out of two in Australia and Malaysia. Main rival Hakkinen ...Keep reading

Read more: The day Montoya gave F1 a shock to the system - Motorsport.com

How to follow the Japanese Grand Prix on the BBC - BBC Sport

Round four of the season is the Japanese Grand Prix - listen to BBC radio commentary and follow live text updates.

Read more: How to follow the Japanese Grand Prix on the BBC - BBC Sport

Mercedes admit to simulator correlation issues - SkySports F1

Mercedes technical director James Allison has admitted the team's poor start to the 2024 Formula 1 season has raised concerns over the correlation between findings from their simulator and performance on track.

Read more: Mercedes admit to simulator correlation issues - SkySports F1

Ecclestone explored Moto GP purchase while running F1 - Agostini | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ecclestone nearly owned F1 and Moto GP - Agostini • Liberty Moto GP takeover 'imminent' • Tokyo FE track "mega" unlike Misano - Cassidy

Read more: Ecclestone explored Moto GP purchase while running F1 - Agostini | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Ferrari will struggle to match Red Bull until first major F1 upgrade - Sainz - Motorsport.com

Although Ferrari is yet to qualify within two tenths of three-time world champion Max Verstappen this season, the Scuderia had a promising one-two in the Australian Grand Prix, with Sainz leading home team-mate Charles Leclerc and the McLarens.After both Red Bulls were dominant in the first two rounds, Verstappen was leading the race from pole position in Melbourne when he was struck by braking ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari will struggle to match Red Bull until first major F1 upgrade - Sainz - Motorsport.com

Antonelli's performance against Bearman in Formula 2 impresses De Vries | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Antonelli "very special" - de Vries • Drive to Survive won't ignore Horner controversy • Cassidy loses points lead post-race

Read more: Antonelli's performance against Bearman in Formula 2 impresses De Vries | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Analysis: strategy review after the Australian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

The Australian Grand Prix saw teams struggle from tyre graining on long runs with Ferrari and McLaren having surprisingly mastered the unusual challenges the best. F1Technical's Balázs Szabó delivers his strategy analysis after the Melbourne round.

Read more: Analysis: strategy review after the Australian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Caption Competition 239: Norris in full flight | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Lando Norris encountered a feathered friend in Melbourne. Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?

Read more: Caption Competition 239: Norris in full flight | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Guenther wins in Tokyo after Rowland gives up the lead | Formula E - RaceFans

Maximilian Guenther won Formula E's first race in Japan, denying Maserati a home victory after Oliver Rowland led much of the way from pole position.

Read more: Guenther wins in Tokyo after Rowland gives up the lead | Formula E - RaceFans

Hybrid overtake boost and variable harvesting limits for 2026 F1 engines | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Hybrid overtake boost and variable harvesting limits for 2026 F1 engines • Red Bull lose chief mechanic • Fenestraz 'injured engineer with radio rant'

Read more: Hybrid overtake boost and variable harvesting limits for 2026 F1 engines | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wolff: Vasseur and Italy deserve Ferrari F1 success after 2023 troubles - Motorsport.com

Having qualified second in Melbourne, Carlos Sainz - back from surgery for appendicitis that ruled him out of the Saudi Arabian GP - executed a lap-two pass on polesitter Max Verstappen.With the Red Bull forced to retire with a right-rear brake failure, Charles Leclerc followed Sainz home for a Ferrari 1-2 - the first non-Verstappen win since Sainz claimed last year's Singapore victory.That marked ...Keep reading

Read more: Wolff: Vasseur and Italy deserve Ferrari F1 success after 2023 troubles - Motorsport.com

Mercedes 'changed everything but haven't solved fundamental issue' - Wolff | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Mercedes haven't mastered the latest technical rules despite making many changes to their design over the last two years, says team principal Toto Wolff.

Read more: Mercedes 'changed everything but haven't solved fundamental issue' - Wolff | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Norris reveals how Piastri is making him a better driver - SkySports F1

Lando Norris believes Oscar Piastri is making him a better Formula 1 driver after McLaren scored their first podium of the 2024 season in Melbourne.

Read more: Norris reveals how Piastri is making him a better driver - SkySports F1

Brown hopes McLaren will "rack up some more podiums" with Miami upgrades | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Brown wants more podiums with Miami upgrades • Lola to enter Formula E • Nissan unveil Tokyo livery

Read more: Brown hopes McLaren will "rack up some more podiums" with Miami upgrades | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Ferrari F1 drivers out of "survival mode" with "huge step" on car consistency - Motorsport.com

Last year, Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc often had to focus on tyre management, which was made more difficult by inconsistent and unpredictable behaviour even between sets of the same compound.This year’s SF-24 has proved to be much more benign and predictable on long runs, and that was a key to the spectacular 1-2 finish for Sainz and Leclerc in Australia last weekend.Vasseur says that tyre ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari F1 drivers out of "survival mode" with "huge step" on car consistency - Motorsport.com

Vasseur: Ferrari win proved Red Bull will make mistakes under pressure - SkySports F1

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur says his team's success at the Australian Grand Prix proved that Red Bull are more likely to make mistakes when placed under pressure.

Read more: Vasseur: Ferrari win proved Red Bull will make mistakes under pressure - SkySports F1

Formula 1 owner Liberty Media tipped to buy Moto GP for £3.4 billion | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Formula 1 owner Liberty Media tipped to buy Moto GP • Steiner to be Miami GP ambassador • IndyCar starts three-day test

Read more: Formula 1 owner Liberty Media tipped to buy Moto GP for £3.4 billion | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sainz grabs first win for a returning F1 driver since 1997 | 2024 Australian GP stats and facts - RaceFans

The last time a driver won on their return to F1 following an absence was in 1997. Here are more stats and facts from the 2024 Australian Grand Prix.

Read more: Sainz grabs first win for a returning F1 driver since 1997 | 2024 Australian GP stats and facts - RaceFans

What has gone wrong for 'hugely disappointing' Mercedes? - SkySports F1

Mercedes suffered their first double retirement in over five years at the Australian Grand Prix as frustration grows at a team that dominated F1 for several years.

Read more: What has gone wrong for 'hugely disappointing' Mercedes? - SkySports F1

Verstappen's engineer won't look elsewhere after working with 'one of the greatest' | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen "one of the greatest talents" - Lambiase • Palou not keen on heats format • NASCAR tipped for Long Beach bid

Read more: Verstappen's engineer won't look elsewhere after working with 'one of the greatest' | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Aston Martin will not appeal Alonso penalty - BBC Sport

Aston Martin will not appeal the penalty against Fernando Alonso at last weekend's Australian Grand Prix for "potentially dangerous" driving.

Read more: Aston Martin will not appeal Alonso penalty - BBC Sport

Red Bull junior Iwasa to contest F1 Japan FP1 for RB - Motorsport.com

The RB team is fielding an all-Japanese line-up in first free practice with Iwasa joining regular driver Yuki Tsunoda in the VCARB01 in their home round.RB has given Iwasa the first of two mandatory rookie FP1 slots for the year, with the 22-year-old among the roster of young driver prospects that also includes reserve driver Liam Lawson and F2 driver Isack Hadjar.Read Also:


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Read more: Red Bull junior Iwasa to contest F1 Japan FP1 for RB - Motorsport.com

Iwasa to make F1 practice debut in Ricciardo's car at Suzuka | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Iwasa to make F1 practice debut in Ricciardo's car at Suzuka • Antonelli rues missed podium • 1964 F1 drivers' trophy up for sale

Read more: Iwasa to make F1 practice debut in Ricciardo's car at Suzuka | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

The 10 best Formula 1 drivers ever: Hamilton, Schumacher & more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The best F1 driver in history is a debate that has, and will continue to, rage as long as Formula 1 exists, but we look at who the best drivers are statistically.
Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes, 1st position, celebrates on arrival in Parc Ferme
Photo by: Jerry Andre / Motorsport Images
1. Lewis Hamilton - 103 wins
First race: 2007 Australian Grand Prix
World Championships: 7 ...Keep reading

Read more: The 10 best Formula 1 drivers ever: Hamilton, Schumacher & more - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Sainz shows surgical precision as Verstappen's hopes melt in Melbourne | 2024 Australian GP report - RaceFans

Just over two weeks after undergoing emergency surgery, Carlos Sainz Jnr secured his most memorable victory in motorsport in Melbourne.

Read more: Sainz shows surgical precision as Verstappen's hopes melt in Melbourne | 2024 Australian GP report - RaceFans

Mercedes 'couldn't compete on a single lap or the long runs' in Melbourne | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes 'couldn't compete on a single lap or long runs' • Gasly avoids penalty point • Record Australian GP crowd

Read more: Mercedes 'couldn't compete on a single lap or the long runs' in Melbourne | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Rating the 2024 F1 Australian GP race - Motorsport.com

As the Red Bull driver suffered a brake problem at the start of the race, his Ferrari rival took control early on and never relinquished it, scoring his first win since last year's Singapore GP.Charles Leclerc settled for second as Ferrari grabbed its first one-two finish of the year, with McLaren's Lando Norris completing the podium ahead of Oscar Piastri and Sergio Perez, who in Verstappen's ...Keep reading

Read more: Rating the 2024 F1 Australian GP race - Motorsport.com

Are fears over F1’s street race surge justified? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

"Not another street circuit," was the dominant line of response on social media in the wake of F1's announcement that the Spanish GP would move away from its long-time home in Barcelona.With Barcelona's future in limbo, from 2026 onwards the event will head to a new semi-street circuit in Madrid, located at the IFEMA fairgrounds close to its Barajas airport, much closer to the city centre than its ...Keep reading

Read more: Are fears over F1’s street race surge justified? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

What each F1 team says they want from their new cars for 2024 | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Where does each F1 team need to improve most with their new cars for the 2024 season? See what they all have to say in their own words...

Read more: What each F1 team says they want from their new cars for 2024 | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Ferrari signs contract extension with Charles Leclerc - F1technical.net

Ferrari have announced that Charles Leclerc has signed a contract extension with the Scuderia in a deal that takes the five-time F1 winner “beyond” the 2024 F1 season.

Read more: Ferrari signs contract extension with Charles Leclerc - F1technical.net

Over half of Las Vegas residents support long-term stay for F1 race - poll | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Las Vegas residents support race - poll • Lower back "most injured area" for drivers • Rowland tops first Diriyah practice

Read more: Over half of Las Vegas residents support long-term stay for F1 race - poll | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Allison: Red Bull dominance hasn't spoiled return to F1 frontline - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Allison came back to the technical director role last year as part of a job swap with Mike Elliott undertaken to help Mercedes get back to the front of F1. Although the German manufacturer was unable to stop world champion Red Bull roaring to another title double as it won all but one grand prix last year, Allison is adamant there are a lot of elements of the job that enthused him. And ...Keep reading

Read more: Allison: Red Bull dominance hasn't spoiled return to F1 frontline - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

AlphaTauri reveals new identity for 2024 after rebrand - F1technical.net

Red Bull F1 Teams and Visa have announced a multi-year agreement where Visa will become the first global partner of both Red Bull F1 teams, bringing a new look team to the F1 grid in the form of Visa Cash App RB, formerly Scuderia AlphaTauri.

Read more: AlphaTauri reveals new identity for 2024 after rebrand - F1technical.net

First onboard video simulation of Ifema Madrid Circuit | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: First onboard video simulation of Ifema Madrid Circuit • Madrid 'paid €500m for 10-year F1 deal' • Drive to Survive season six release date confirmed

Read more: First onboard video simulation of Ifema Madrid Circuit | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Steiner working on his second F1 book - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Steiner’s first book, Surviving to Drive, was written after he was approached by ghostwriter James Hogg and told the inside story of the Haas team’s 2022 season, while also dipping into episodes from earlier in Steiner’s career. It has sold some 150,000 copies and appeared in 12 languages.Steiner and Hogg, who had previously worked on projects with Damon Hill, Johnny Herbert and Jason ...Keep reading

Read more: Steiner working on his second F1 book - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Steiner working on new F1 book after first hit - Motorsport.com

Steiner’s first book, Surviving to Drive, was written after he was approached by ghostwriter James Hogg.Initially published in the UK by Penguin Random House, it told the inside story of the Haas team’s 2022 season, while also dipping into episodes from earlier in Steiner’s career.It has sold some 150,000 copies and appeared in 12 languages, with a UK paperback version due in March.Hogg had ...Keep reading

Read more: Steiner working on new F1 book after first hit - Motorsport.com

Seven troublesome rules F1 should fix to avoid repeating last year's rows | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Seven areas of Formula 1's rules need attention before the new season beings to prevent the same problems recurring from last year.

Read more: Seven troublesome rules F1 should fix to avoid repeating last year's rows | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Extending career to Madrid GP may be 'a challenge' for Alonso - Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Extending career to Madrid GP 'a challenge' for Alonso • Alfa Romeo boss rules out Le Mans • Andretti's Indy 500 return confirmed

Read more: Extending career to Madrid GP may be 'a challenge' for Alonso - Domenicali | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

The key details to look out for when F1 launch season begins - Autosport.com - Dakar - Stories

But while some of the design elements spotted in that period will be smoke and mirrors, and sometimes even just flat-out something not being run in 2024, we should get a pretty good idea of the main concepts that will be raced.Some of the trends that have emerged over the last two seasons could play a critical part in the technical battle that will develop over the forthcoming season and with the ...Keep reading

Read more: The key details to look out for when F1 launch season begins - Autosport.com - Dakar - Stories

Sainz was "unlucky" to enter F1 alongside Verstappen - Marko | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Sainz "unlucky" to enter F1 with Verstappen • Fire ends Grosjean's Lamborghini ends • Pagenaud unsure when he can race again

Read more: Sainz was "unlucky" to enter F1 alongside Verstappen - Marko | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Formula E attracts backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund | Formula E - RaceFans

Formula E and two other electric motorsport series have gained backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.

Read more: Formula E attracts backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund | Formula E - RaceFans

What have 10 years of F1's V6 hybrid turbo era shown us? The naysayers were wrong | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Formula 1's V6 hybrid turbo cars provoked controversy when they began to appear 10 years ago today, but the rules change has been vindicated.

Read more: What have 10 years of F1's V6 hybrid turbo era shown us? The naysayers were wrong | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Verstappen takes first win of 2024 with iRacing Daytona 24 class victory | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen's takes iRacing Daytona 24 class win • Taponen seizes FRMEC lead • Bilinksi makes it two from three in FROC

Read more: Verstappen takes first win of 2024 with iRacing Daytona 24 class victory | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Why AlphaTauri changed tack on being an F1 rookie training ground - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The team has retained Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda for this season, leaving Liam Lawson, who contested five races last year, on the sidelines.The fresh identity, incoming major US-based sponsors and an extra push from owner Red Bull has obliged AlphaTauri to focus on getting the best possible results, rather than serve primarily as a training ground for a potential recruit to its sister team ...Keep reading

Read more: Why AlphaTauri changed tack on being an F1 rookie training ground - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Fighting Alpine and Aston Martin in 2024 'not realistic' for Williams | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Fighting Alpine 2024 'not realistic' for Williams • Taponen and Nael win in FRMEC • FROC opens with victory for Bilinski

Read more: Fighting Alpine and Aston Martin in 2024 'not realistic' for Williams | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Missed chance to race for Ferrari in F1 an "open wound" - Kubica | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen in iRacing Daytona 24 • Kubica laments missing Ferrari F1 drive • Driver killed in car crash over Miami track

Read more: Missed chance to race for Ferrari in F1 an "open wound" - Kubica | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Brad Pitt F1 film hits Daytona 24 Hours, Bruckheimer named Grand Marshal - Autosport.com - IMSA - Stories

Filming at Daytona will revolve around the 992-shape #120 Porsche 911 GT3 R entered by fictional team Chip Hart Racing – which is run in real life by Wright Motorsports for Adam Adelson, Elliott Skeer, Jan Haylen and Frederic Makowiecki.Their names are absent from car, however, which instead features Sonny Hayes (which is Pitt’s character in the movie), C Kelso and longtime Porsche ...Keep reading

Read more: Brad Pitt F1 film hits Daytona 24 Hours, Bruckheimer named Grand Marshal - Autosport.com - IMSA - Stories

Brad Pitt F1 film hits Daytona 24 Hours, Bruckheimer named Grand Marshal - Autosport.com - IMSA - Stories

Filming at Daytona will revolve around the 992-shape #120 Porsche 911 GT3 R entered by fictional team Chip Hart Racing – which is run in real life by Wright Motorsports for Adam Adelson, Elliott Skeer, Jan Haylen and Frederic Makowiecki.Their names are absent from car, however, which instead features Sonny Hayes (which is Pitt’s character in the movie), C Kelso and longtime Porsche ...Keep reading

Read more: Brad Pitt F1 film hits Daytona 24 Hours, Bruckheimer named Grand Marshal - Autosport.com - IMSA - Stories

Brad Pitt F1 film hits Daytona 24 Hours, Bruckheimer named Grand Marshal - Motorsport.com - IMSA - Stories

Filming at Daytona will revolve around the 992-shape #120 Porsche 911 GT3 R entered by fictional team Chip Hart Racing – which is run in real life by Wright Motorsports for Adam Adelson, Elliott Skeer, Jan Haylen and Frederic Makowiecki.Their names are absent from car, however, which instead features Sonny Hayes (which is Pitt’s character in the movie), C Kelso and longtime Porsche ...Keep reading

Read more: Brad Pitt F1 film hits Daytona 24 Hours, Bruckheimer named Grand Marshal - Motorsport.com - IMSA - Stories

Driver killed in violent car crash at Miami F1 track - Motorsport.com

Florida Highway Patrol confirmed that the driver died when he was ejected from a grey Dodge coupe at 1:45pm local time on the southbound off-ramp of the Florida Turnpike that leads to Northwest 199th Street.His car slammed into a wall of the bridge and then appeared to have somersaulted over the barrier and off the flyover, ploughing down multiple palm trees, before landing on the F1 track ...Keep reading

Read more: Driver killed in violent car crash at Miami F1 track - Motorsport.com

Who are F1's biggest track limits offenders - and where are the top trouble spots? | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Track limits were again one of the biggest talking points of the 2023 season. But who were the biggest offenders and the most difficult corners?

Read more: Who are F1's biggest track limits offenders - and where are the top trouble spots? | Formula 1 - RaceFans

'Nothing to suggest' Singapore GP contracts compromised by corruption case | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Singapore GP contracts 'not compromised' • Martins confirms second F2 year with ART • Weug represent Ferrari in F1 Academy

Read more: 'Nothing to suggest' Singapore GP contracts compromised by corruption case | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Haas reveal launch date of their 2024 F1 car - F1technical.net

Formula One's sole American F1 team Haas have become the latest F1 team to set out when their 2024 car is due to break cover, with the team also confirming the date of their shakedown tests.

Read more: Haas reveal launch date of their 2024 F1 car - F1technical.net

While F1 is eager for more street tracks, Formula E is drifting away from them | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Formula 1's drive for more street circuits looks likely to continue but Formula E is going in the opposite direction. Why the different trends?

Read more: While F1 is eager for more street tracks, Formula E is drifting away from them | Formula 1 - RaceFans

F1 "remains an interesting racing series" for Porsche | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: F1 "remains an interesting racing series" for Porsche • BMW confirms WEC squads • Williams and Haas announce new juniors

Read more: F1 "remains an interesting racing series" for Porsche | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Only two F1 teams have kept the same bosses over the last two years | Formula 1 - RaceFans

While two teams have had the same principals for a decade, the other eight have all seen changes at the top in the last two years - some more than once.

Read more: Only two F1 teams have kept the same bosses over the last two years | Formula 1 - RaceFans

McLaren unveils 2024 colour scheme on old car - F1technical.net

McLaren have become the first F1 team to reveal their new colour scheme for the 2024 season, albeit the Woking-based outfit unveiled the new livery on their 2023 F1 car.

Read more: McLaren unveils 2024 colour scheme on old car - F1technical.net

Schumacher experience taught Verstappen to 'destroy your team mate' - Watson | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Schumacher experience taught Verstappen to 'destroy your team mate' - Watson • Madrid GP rumours intensify • Pin becomes Mercedes junior

Read more: Schumacher experience taught Verstappen to 'destroy your team mate' - Watson | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Allison explains how Mercedes 2024 car will be different - SkySports F1

Mercedes technical director James Allison says changes in the team's processes following two disappointing campaigns will result in a different-looking car for the 2024 Formula 1 season.

Read more: Allison explains how Mercedes 2024 car will be different  - SkySports F1

'The bullet can't go back in the rifle' after FIA investigation - Wolff | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: FIA investigation did "great damage" - Wolff • Newey 'surprised' by domination • Permane tipped for 'RB' move

Read more: 'The bullet can't go back in the rifle' after FIA investigation - Wolff | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Grosjean resets his expectations as he joins third IndyCar team in four years | IndyCar - RaceFans

Romain Grosjean has switched from Andretti to the more modest Juncos team for this year's IndyCar season. But he remains ambitious about 2024.

Read more: Grosjean resets his expectations as he joins third IndyCar team in four years | IndyCar - RaceFans

Mercedes' £30m Brackley factory expansion approved by council | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes' Brackley expansion approved • Alpine management 'not committed enough' - Fry • Lindblad, Barnard claim FRMEC wins

Read more: Mercedes' £30m Brackley factory expansion approved by council | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Aston: Speaking "truth" the only way to handle Alonso/Stroll - Motorsport.com

The Silverstone-based squad knew it would be more in the spotlight throughout 2023 following the signing of two-time world champion Alonso to race alongside Stroll. And while it was well aware of the potential for difficulties with Alonso being so demanding of the teams he races for, the squad had no doubts about the way it needed to manage things. Team principal Mike Krack explained that, ahead ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston: Speaking "truth" the only way to handle Alonso/Stroll - Motorsport.com

Steiner - Not getting to thank team before departing Haas "stung" | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Steiner sad not to bid farewell to Haas team • Barnard dominates FRMEC opener • F1 promotes new CCO

Read more: Steiner - Not getting to thank team before departing Haas "stung" | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wehrlein wins season opener in Mexico but investigation threatens victory | Formula E - RaceFans

Porsche driver Pascal Wehrlein won the first Formula E race of the season in Mexico City, but his win is under threat of a possible penalty.

Read more: Wehrlein wins season opener in Mexico but investigation threatens victory | Formula E - RaceFans

Herta’s F1 chance “very time sensitive” besides Andretti shot - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The FIA gave Andretti’s new project the official go-ahead in October, subject to the team agreeing commercial terms with the F1 organisation and its CEO Stefano Domenicali, which is still pending.Herta, who turns 24 in March, has won seven IndyCar races in his career – effectively all with Andretti Autosport, which supported Herta’s rookie year with Harding Steinbrenner Racing when he ...Keep reading

Read more: Herta’s F1 chance “very time sensitive” besides Andretti shot - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Stella opens up on 'honest' McLaren F1 approach - Motorsport.com

Stella took over from the Audi-bound Andreas Seidl at the start of 2023 and was praised for steering the team in a different direction, implementing an overhauled technical structure in Woking while also proving to be a candid figurehead for the team towards the general public and the press.Once it became clear McLaren had completely missed its launch targets for 2023, Stella was quick to explain ...Keep reading

Read more: Stella opens up on 'honest' McLaren F1 approach - Motorsport.com

Irvine expects Hamilton will not capture record eighth title | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Irvine doubts Hamilton can eighth title • Hughes quickest, then crashes • Racing with Verstappen would be "amazing" - Goethe

Read more: Irvine expects Hamilton will not capture record eighth title | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Red Bull: Copying alone not enough to help rivals catch up in F1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

In the wake of Red Bull’s total domination of F1 in 2023, it is anticipated that its competitors will converge on the concept that the Milton Keynes-based team has put to such good use since the latest ground effect era started. That should, in theory, help deliver a much closer battle throughout the 2024 season with much of its main opposition having gone the wrong way with their car designs ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull: Copying alone not enough to help rivals catch up in F1 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Palou and Herta admit their F1 hopes appear to be over | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Two IndyCar drivers previously tipped as potential candidates for Formula 1 drives have admitted their chances of entering the series have faded.

Read more: Palou and Herta admit their F1 hopes appear to be over | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Komatsu has "a huge challenge in front of him" at Haas - Grosjean | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Komatsu faces "huge challenge" - Grosjean • F1 has many pay drivers unlike Formula E - Dennis • Mahindra drop AI 'ambassador'

Read more: Komatsu has "a huge challenge in front of him" at Haas - Grosjean | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Not just another team boss exit: Steiner's cult status transcended F1 - SkySports F1

He may have always insisted he had never actually watched an episode of Drive to Survive himself, but the cult following Guenther Steiner gained from his forthright and famously foul-mouthed appearances in Netflix's docuseries turned one F1's most affable team bosses into one of its most popular.

Read more: Not just another team boss exit: Steiner's cult status transcended F1 - SkySports F1

Analysis: Things we learned from the 2023 F1 season - F1technical.net

Although the 2024 Formula 1 season is just around the corner, F1Technical’s senior writer Balázs Szabó takes a look back at the last year’s championship, picking up some key facts, stats and trivia.

Read more: Analysis: Things we learned from the 2023 F1 season - F1technical.net

Guenther Steiner and Simone Resta leave Haas as Ayao Komatsu takes team principal role - F1technical.net

MoneyGram Haas F1 Team has appointed Ayao Komatsu as its new Team Principal with Guenther Steiner departing the organization with immediate effect, having led its operations for the past decade.

Read more: Guenther Steiner and Simone Resta leave Haas as Ayao Komatsu takes team principal role - F1technical.net

Button tips Red Bull's most likely challenger and talks 'hungry' Hamilton - SkySports F1

Jenson Button believes Mercedes remain the team most likely to take the fight to Red Bull in the new Formula 1 season.

Read more: Button tips Red Bull's most likely challenger and talks 'hungry' Hamilton - SkySports F1

'Wrong' to think we could do better than Newey and Wache, says new RB boss | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Red Bull junior team's design approach was 'wrong' • Carlin becomes Rodin • Noda joins Super Formula

Read more: 'Wrong' to think we could do better than Newey and Wache, says new RB boss | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Foyt complete 2024 squad by confirming Ferrucci for second season | IndyCar - RaceFans

Santino Ferrucci will spend a second season driving for AJ Foyt's IndyCar team in 2024.

Read more: Foyt complete 2024 squad by confirming Ferrucci for second season | IndyCar - RaceFans

Piastri: “No barriers” in Norris relationship essential for McLaren's F1 progress - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

McLaren missed its winter development targets and failed to score a point in the opening two rounds of the 2023 season. This came as rookie Piastri acclimatised to life in the championship.Piastri settled and found his form while the MCL60 was heavily upgraded. He then ultimately beat Norris to winning his first F1 race - with Piastri scoring victory in the Qatar Grand Prix sprint event.That ...Keep reading

Read more: Piastri: “No barriers” in Norris relationship essential for McLaren's F1 progress - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Tech rewind: When Formula 1’s launch season turned ugly - Motorsport.com

But with the countdown now well underway to the unveiling of the 2024 cars, it is a good moment to reflect on that moment 10 years ago when F1’s regulations opened the door for perhaps the ugliest cars we had ever seen.It was the start of the much vaunted ‘hybrid’ engine era, where the introduction of the sport's most technologically advanced powertrain should have been the focal ...Keep reading

Read more: Tech rewind: When Formula 1’s launch season turned ugly - Motorsport.com

Major Monza renovation and resurfacing work begins | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Major Monza renovations begin • Pujolar "proud" of Verstappen's achievements • Barnard becomes McLaren FE reserve

Read more: Major Monza renovation and resurfacing work begins | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

America's 10km monster track of the future - and F1's lost giants of the past | Formula 1 - RaceFans

With the new under-construction Flatrock facility boasting a 10km layout, we look back at all the biggest tracks to have hosted grands prix.

Read more: America's 10km monster track of the future - and F1's lost giants of the past | Formula 1 - RaceFans

F1 contracts: The 15 drivers entering final year of deals - SkySports F1

Ahead of the 2024 Formula 1 season, Sky Sports F1 detail how long each driver has left on their contract and analyse how their futures may play out.

Read more: F1 contracts: The 15 drivers entering final year of deals - SkySports F1

'Friction' between F1 and FOM 'sometimes healthy' - Ben Sulayem | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: 'Friction' between F1 and FOM 'healthy' - Ben Sulayem • Kvyat not giving up on return • De Vries "rational" about losing seat

Read more: 'Friction' between F1 and FOM 'sometimes healthy' - Ben Sulayem | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Who are the oldest F1 drivers, world champions and winners? - Motorsport.com

Formula 1 has just a handful of drivers still living who competed in the early days of the sport.
 
The first-ever world championship was run in 1950, and Hermano da Silva Ramos – who first raced an F1 car in 1955 – is its oldest driver still alive at 98. Hans Herrmann, now 95, made his F1 debut two seasons earlier, in 1953.

With just two world champions over the age of 80 ...Keep reading

Read more: Who are the oldest F1 drivers, world champions and winners? - Motorsport.com

Newey: Verstappen's mental capacity similar to other true F1 greats - Motorsport.com

In winning the 2023 world championship, Verstappen joined a list of 10 other drivers to have won more than two titles. If Red Bull can maintain its position at the head of the pecking order until the current ruleset ends in 2026, Verstappen would theoretically have five titles – rarefied status in the elite world champions’ club, as only Juan Manuel Fangio, Lewis Hamilton and Michael ...Keep reading

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Haas have 'broken status quo' in search for performance - Magnussen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Haas have 'broken status quo' • Berger's convinced Red Bull of Lawson's talent • De Mevius beats Sainz Snr as Dakar begins

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2024 F1 driver race numbers: Who uses what number and why? - Motorsport.com

The championship introduced this fixed race number concept in 2014 to increase the recognition of the drivers on the track for the fans. In previous years, the starting numbers were handed out based on the final ranking in the previous world championship standings.Now only the world champion for the new season can choose to change his number: he gets the offer to replace the permanent number with ...Keep reading

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F1 car launches 2024: When teams will reveal new challengers - Motorsport.com

Excitement is building for the 2024 F1 season with car launch dates edging ever closer ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix on 2 March.Over the coming weeks F1 teams will reveal the look of its 2024 chassis, meaning last season will shortly become a distant memory providing the opportunity for all 10 constructors to start again.That is much needed for some because 2023 proved disappointing for many ...Keep reading

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Bottas targets early move on Audi F1 2026 drive - Motorsport.com

Audi is in the process of taking over Bottas’s current employer Sauber ahead of its long-awaited grand prix return in two years’ time. Until then, the Swiss squad will run under the Stake F1 Team moniker. Bottas, who moved from Mercedes to Sauber for 2022, is entering the final year of his contract. The team retained the 10-time GP winner for 2024 by activating a one-year extension ...Keep reading

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Growing F1 calendar "can't come at the price of human health" - Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: F1 schedule "on the limit" - Horner • Cycling 'great' for my mental health - Bottas • Ferrari academy director tipped for RB

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What Mercedes’ W14 errors tell us about its 2024 F1 car changes - Motorsport.com

A new chassis, new front and rear suspension, new gearbox and honed aerodynamics and sidepods will be the most visual changes to its heavily revised challenger. In Formula 1, though, the devil is in the detail, and it will be in areas nigh on impossible to spot – like the underfloor, its aero platform concept and its ride height – where the biggest revolution will have taken place. For the ...Keep reading

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Sainz wants 2024 Ferrari to be "easier to handle and set up" | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Sainz wants "easier to handle" Ferrari • Wilson Fittipaldi in coma • GB3 champion Voisin steps up to F3

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Aston Martin confirms 2024 F1 car launch date - F1technical.net

Aston Martin have become the latest team to reveal 2024 F1 car launch plans with the Silverstone-based squad set to take the covers off their AM24 two weeks before the pre-season testing.

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Horner: Perez's Miami defeat a "big psychological blow" in F1 title race - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Perez had arrived in Miami just six points back from Verstappen in the drivers’ standings and with a 2-2 record for GP race wins following his triumph in Jeddah and his Baku victory double in the first sprint weekend of the season.The Mexican driver’s chances of taking the lead in the standings were then greatly enhanced in the first of three 2023 races in the USA when Verstappen’s early Q3 ...Keep reading

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Verstappen names McLaren duo as most promising F1 driver pairing | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen names McLaren duo as most promising F1 driver pairing • Ferrari pass crash test as Red Bull fail first time • Wharton joins FREC after Ferrari exit

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2024 Ferrari F1 car will be "95%" new, claims Vasseur - Motorsport.com

Ferrari dropped a place to third in the 2023 constructors’ standings but did enjoy a notably strong end to the campaign thanks to a run of four podium finishes from the final five rounds.Drivers Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc struggled with the SF-23's unpredictable handling and poor tyre degradation that led to wildly fluctuating form from race to race.The car’s strengths laid in braking ...Keep reading

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Mercedes changing 'literally almost every component' for new car - Wolff | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes changing 'every component' • FIA "pretty strict" on wind tunnel use • Austrian practice turning point for McLaren

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Russell: Mercedes' 2024 F1 car won't be as rushed as last year - Motorsport.com

Mercedes made a surprise call to continue with its ‘zeropod’ sidepod design and overall car concept first conceived in 2022’s recalcitrant W13 at the start of F1’s new ground-effect era, with the team mistakenly believing it could be made into a Red Bull challenger following Russell’s win ahead of team-mate Lewis Hamilton in the 2022 Sao Paulo Grand Prix.  But Mercedes swiftly moved to ...Keep reading

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With the knowledge I have now, I'd perform better at Red Bull - Albon | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: With the knowledge I have now, I'd perform better at Red Bull - Albon • Yarborough dies at 84 • Sainz "always close" to Leclerc

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Renamed Stake F1 team reveals new logo - Motorsport.com

The new identity was originally flagged in the FIA entry last month as Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber.That remains its official full identity – including the Kick Sauber chassis name – but the Swiss outfit will use the short version on a day-to-day basis.The team had to find a new name for the next two seasons after its contract with Alfa Romeo was not extended beyond 2023 ahead of the arrival of ...Keep reading

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