Wednesday, July 31, 2024

F1 driver rater: YOU score the grid and our verdict on 2024's stars so far - SkySports F1

Fourteen races, eight podium finishers, seven winners and four pole-sitters - the increasingly competitive and unpredictable 2024 Formula 1 season is certainly not turning into the campaign most had envisaged back in March.

Read more: F1 driver rater: YOU score the grid and our verdict on 2024's stars so far - SkySports F1

Sainz claims Ferrari are not quick enough at the moment - F1technical.net

Following a disappointing Belgian Grand Prix, Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz insists that the Maranello-based outfit is "simply not quick enough" regardless of any strategic solutions.

Read more: Sainz claims Ferrari are not quick enough at the moment - F1technical.net

Andretti still intend to “close the loop” by entering Formula 1 – and NASCAR | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Andretti intend to "close the loop" by entering F1 • Chadwick and Maloney to test in IndyCar • Fanatec owner insolvent

Read more: Andretti still intend to “close the loop” by entering Formula 1 – and NASCAR | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Norris says he hasn’t earned number one status – and he’s right | 2024 F1 team mates head-to-head - RaceFans

In the first part of our series comparing each driver against their team mate this year, how his Oscar Piastri stacking up in his second season against Lando Norris?

Read more: Norris says he hasn’t earned number one status – and he’s right | 2024 F1 team mates head-to-head - RaceFans

Russell is sixth F1 driver to be disqualified after winning a grand prix | 2024 Belgian GP stats and facts - RaceFans

Out of the 1,115 rounds of the world championship so far, the winner has only been disqualified on six occasions, as happened to George Russell last weekend.

Read more: Russell is sixth F1 driver to be disqualified after winning a grand prix | 2024 Belgian GP stats and facts - RaceFans

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Saturday, July 27, 2024

F3: Ferrari junior Beganovic wins F3 sprint race at Spa-Francorchamps - F1technical.net

Ferrari junior driver, Dino Beganovic overtook his Prema team-mate Gabriele Minì and fended off a race-long challenge from the Italian to take victory at a damp Spa-Francorchamps Sprint Race.

Read more: F3: Ferrari junior Beganovic wins F3 sprint race at Spa-Francorchamps - F1technical.net

Friday, July 26, 2024

Simulator did not indicate severe bouncing, claims Leclerc - F1technical.net

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc expects Ferrari to find big gains as soon as the team solves the bouncing issue that has hindered the SF-24's issues since the Spanish Grand Prix.

Read more: Simulator did not indicate severe bouncing, claims Leclerc - F1technical.net

Vandoorne praises Aston Martin’s upgrades amid tough races - F1technical.net

Aston Martin test and reserve driver Stoffel Vandoorne insists that the Silverstone-based outfit’s upgrades that they brought to the AMR24 in Hungary have been a clear step forward.

Read more: Vandoorne praises Aston Martin’s upgrades amid tough races - F1technical.net

McLaren quickest but must strike the right balance on soggy Saturday | 2024 Belgian GP Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Although Max Verstappen has a grid penalty for Sunday, McLaren cannot afford to play it safe in what could be another wet qualifying in Spa.

Read more: McLaren quickest but must strike the right balance on soggy Saturday | 2024 Belgian GP Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Thursday, July 25, 2024

Alpine eager to mimic last year's eye-catching results at Spa - F1technical.net

Lack of pace and a gearbox-related retirement - that characterized Alpine’s weekend last time out in Hungary. The Enstone-headquartered outfit is understandably eager to score points again after its run of disappointing races.

Read more: Alpine eager to mimic last year's eye-catching results at Spa - F1technical.net

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Rosberg criticizes Verstappen for staying up late for a sim race - F1technical.net

2016 F1 world champion Nico Rosberg criticised reigning champion Max Verstappen for staying up late for a sim race before last Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more: Rosberg criticizes Verstappen for staying up late for a sim race - F1technical.net

ANALYSIS: George Russell recorded the quickest race lap at the Hungaroring - F1technical.net

Despite enduring a tough qualifying session and thus a difficult race at last weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix, George Russell secured the additional championship point for setting the quickest race lap in the Budapest F1 round.

Read more: ANALYSIS: George Russell recorded the quickest race lap at the Hungaroring - F1technical.net

ANALYSIS: RB achieves quickest pit stop with Ricciardo - F1technical.net

While this year's race for the DHL fastest pit stops has been dominated by Red Bull and Ferrari, it was the Faenza-based RB outfit to perform the quickest tyre change at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more: ANALYSIS: RB achieves quickest pit stop with Ricciardo - F1technical.net

Tuesday, July 23, 2024

No changes to points system, more test days, increase of minimum weight - FIA confirms changes ... - F1technical.net

Just two days after the Hungarian Grand prix, the F1 Commission has announced key changes to the Sporting, Financial and Technical Regulations, ruling out changes to the world championship points system and agreeing nine days of pre-season testing for 2026 to coincide with new regulations.

Read more: No changes to points system, more test days, increase of minimum weight - FIA confirms changes ... - F1technical.net

Sky Sports F1 podcast: Why McLaren need to be more ruthless - SkySports F1

Karun Chandhok and Tom McCluskey join Matt Baker on the Sky Sports F1 Podcast to discuss the drama that unfolded during the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more: Sky Sports F1 podcast: Why McLaren need to be more ruthless - SkySports F1

Monday, July 22, 2024

Horner blames understeer for subpar performance at the Hungaroring - F1technical.net

Red Bull team boss Christian Horner insisted that his outfit lacked pace at the Hungarian Grand Prix was down to the understeery nature of the heavily-upgraded RB20.

Read more: Horner blames understeer for subpar performance at the Hungaroring - F1technical.net

Qatar sprint race triumph was “not really a win” says Piastri after first grand prix victory | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Qatar sprint race victory "not really a win" - Piastri • Hadjar "speechless" over blunder • Aston Martin WEC car revealed

Read more: Qatar sprint race triumph was “not really a win” says Piastri after first grand prix victory | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton labels his incident with Verstappen "hair-raising" while Russell wants ... - F1technical.net

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton did not have the pace to compete against the McLarens or the Red Bull of Max Verstappen at the Hungarian Grand Prix, but he was in fighting spirit and defended brilliantly against the Dutchman in their long battle for P3.

Read more: Hamilton labels his incident with Verstappen "hair-raising" while Russell wants ... - F1technical.net

Peanuts, emergency ponchos and scooters! | Funniest moments from Hungary - SkySports F1

Watch the funniest moments from the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more: Peanuts, emergency ponchos and scooters! | Funniest moments from Hungary - SkySports F1

Friday, July 19, 2024

Thursday, July 18, 2024

Ferrari set to introduce a crucial upgrade at Budapest to solve bouncing - F1technical.net

Following its recent woes induced by a thorough upgrade package, Ferrari is set to introduce a crucial development at this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix, bringing an altered floor to the SF-24.

Read more: Ferrari set to introduce a crucial upgrade at Budapest to solve bouncing - F1technical.net

Pourchaire slates “grossly inaccurate” report over his McLaren IndyCar exit | IndyCar - RaceFans

Theo Pourchaire has accused a French publication of "grossly inaccurate" reportage after granting them an interview over his shock exit from McLaren's IndyCar team.

Read more: Pourchaire slates “grossly inaccurate” report over his McLaren IndyCar exit | IndyCar - RaceFans

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

ANALYSIS: When do F1 drivers' contract expire - F1technical.net

Although F1 driver contracts are a subject of intrigue, the length of most contracts is known. F1Technical's Balázs Szabó takes a look at the possible date when drivers' contract expire.

Read more: ANALYSIS: When do F1 drivers' contract expire - F1technical.net

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

What's going on?! Unpicking the F1 season no one expected - SkySports F1

"He's not in a different league, he's in a different galaxy."

Read more: What's going on?! Unpicking the F1 season no one expected - SkySports F1

Fred Vasseur hints at the length of Hamilton's Ferrari contract - F1technical.net

Ferrari team team Fred Vasseur has hinted at the length of Lewis Hamilton's contract, indicating that the seven-time world champion will stay with the Scuderia until at least 2027.

Read more: Fred Vasseur hints at the length of Hamilton's Ferrari contract - F1technical.net

F1 drivers braced for “extremely hot” Hungarian GP after heatwave | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: F1 drivers face "extremely hot" Hungarian GP • Coyne hires ninth driver this year • Ferrari "helpless" after Interlagos defeat

Read more: F1 drivers braced for “extremely hot” Hungarian GP after heatwave | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F2 and F3 staged a crucial test programme at Silverstone to define future regulations - F1technical.net

Formula One’s main feeder series, the Formula 2 and Formula 3 championships completed a two-day test programme at Silverstone with the aim of determining the future technical regulations of the two series.

Read more: F2 and F3 staged a crucial test programme at Silverstone to define future regulations - F1technical.net

Monday, July 15, 2024

Toyota committed “serious breach” of rules with Balance of Performance comments | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Toyota committed "serious breach" with BoP comments • IndyCar has same weight problem as F1 - Power • Audi confirm BP deal

Read more: Toyota committed “serious breach” of rules with Balance of Performance comments | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Pirelli confirms aggressive tyre choice for Hungary and conservative selection for Zandvoort - F1technical.net

Formula One’s sole tyre manufacturer Pirelli has confirmed the tyre selections for the forthcoming three races with the Budapest round set to feature a rather aggressive tyre choice.

Read more: Pirelli confirms aggressive tyre choice for Hungary and conservative selection for Zandvoort - F1technical.net

Red Bull performs celebration run at Goodwood Festival of Speed - F1technical.net

Formula One's reigning world champion team Red Bull took to Goodwood’s Festival of Speed, celebrating its 20th anniversary at the pinnacle of motorsport.

Read more: Red Bull performs celebration run at Goodwood Festival of Speed - F1technical.net

Clinching his fourth title will tax Verstappen’s restraint more than ever | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Max Verstappen's rivals are closing in, and to keep his championship lead intact he will have to choose his battles wisely.

Read more: Clinching his fourth title will tax Verstappen’s restraint more than ever | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Sunday, July 14, 2024

Ralf Schumacher comes out publicly in loving Instagram post with his boyfriend - F1technical.net

Six-time F1 race winner Ralf Schumacher, younger brother of seven times world champion and Ferrari great Michael, has come out publicly as gay via an Instagram post .

Read more: Ralf Schumacher comes out publicly in loving Instagram post with his boyfriend - F1technical.net

Bearman must have space to ‘make the mistakes he needs to make’ – Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Bearman must have space to 'make mistakes he needs to' - Leclerc • Penske win twice amid Iowa crashes • Toyota triumph in Brazil

Read more: Bearman must have space to ‘make the mistakes he needs to make’ – Leclerc | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Liam Lawson set to perform Imola test after Silverstone outing - F1technical.net

Having completed a filming day with Red Bull at Silverstone, the team's reserve driver Liam Lawson is set to perform another test with a 2022 AlphaTauri car at Imola later this month.

Read more: Liam Lawson set to perform Imola test after Silverstone outing - F1technical.net

Mercedes hopes that George Russell can avoid penalty after technical problem at Silverstone - F1technical.net

Mercedes Chief Trackside Engineer Andrew Shovlin has revealed that the Brackley-based team fears an engine penalty for George Russell following his recent technical woes at last weekend's Silverstone round.

Read more: Mercedes hopes that George Russell can avoid penalty after technical problem at Silverstone - F1technical.net

Saturday, July 13, 2024

Haas close to deciding who Bearman’s team mate will be – Komatsu | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Haas close to deciding who Bearman's team mate will be - Komatsu • Herta and McLaughlin take Iowa poles • Toyota claim front row for Interlagos

Read more: Haas close to deciding who Bearman’s team mate will be – Komatsu | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Marko: Verstappen could beat every driver on the current grid - F1technical.net

No driver could beat Max Verstappen in the same car, claims Red Bull's Motorsport Advisor Dr. Helmut Marko after assessing the Milton Keynes-based outfit's driver pairing.

Read more: Marko: Verstappen could beat every driver on the current grid - F1technical.net

Friday, July 12, 2024

Wolff would welcome Alpine as Mercedes customer team - F1technical.net

Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff said that he would welcome Alpine as a Mercedes customer team, claiming that Mercedes' Brixworth-based outfit only benefits from the additional data.

Read more: Wolff would welcome Alpine as Mercedes customer team - F1technical.net

Mercedes see development advantage in supplying engines to Alpine | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes see development advantage in supplying engines to Alpine • IndyCar changes tyres for Iowa • Toyota lead extended second WEC practice

Read more: Mercedes see development advantage in supplying engines to Alpine | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Audi achieves "significant milestone" with its 2026 Formula One power unit - F1technical.net

Work on the Power Unit for Audi’s Formula 1 entry has been underway for more than two years. The German manufacturer has now revealed details on how the work has progressed for the last two years.

Read more: Audi achieves "significant milestone" with its 2026 Formula One power unit - F1technical.net

Verstappen urges more Red Bull upgrades as F1's aero testing rules begin to bite - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen has called for Red Bull to continue pushing through car upgrades as Formula 1's sliding scale aerodynamic testing regulations begin to unfold.The Milton Keynes-based outfit has been the dominant force in F1 since the dawn of the ground effect era in 2022, with Verstappen and Red Bull taking both drivers' and constructors' titles so far.But it has been the sheer number of victories ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen urges more Red Bull upgrades as F1's aero testing rules begin to bite - Motorsport.com

“Impossible” to build mule cars to test tyres for new 2026 F1 rules – Pirelli | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Formula 1's official tyre supplier has warned it will be "impossible" to build mule cars to test the sport's new rules for 2026.

Read more: “Impossible” to build mule cars to test tyres for new 2026 F1 rules – Pirelli | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Lawson driving Red Bull - will Silverstone test put him in Perez frame? - SkySports F1

Liam Lawson is driving Red Bull's 2024 Formula 1 at Silverstone in a filming day on Thursday in a test that comes at a time when pressure is growing on an underperforming Sergio Perez.

Read more: Lawson driving Red Bull - will Silverstone test put him in Perez frame? - SkySports F1

Mercedes is now quick in all conditions, says Wolff - F1technical.net

Having won the last two races in Austria and Great Britain, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff claims that the Brackley-based outfit's W15 is now competitive after recent upgrades.

Read more: Mercedes is now quick in all conditions, says Wolff - F1technical.net

Every Aston Martin upgrade in the last 12 months hasn’t worked right – Stroll | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Aston Martin took "wrong direction" - Stroll • Norris, Bearman and Sargeant in test • Ferrari introduce first upgrades for 499P

Read more: Every Aston Martin upgrade in the last 12 months hasn’t worked right – Stroll | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Haas concluded Pirelli tyre test with Ferrari junior driver Bearman - F1technical.net

Following the British Grand Prix, Pirelli and Haas stayed at Silverstone to perform an in-season tyre test. The programme ran over two days, from Tuesday to Wednesday.

Read more: Haas concluded Pirelli tyre test with Ferrari junior driver Bearman - F1technical.net

The fight is back on between F1’s bitterest rivals for who can score the most wins | 2024 British GP stats and facts - RaceFans

Red Bull looked certain to overtake Mercedes' wins tally, but their rivals have suddenly fought back. Here are the best stats from the British Grand Prix.

Read more: The fight is back on between F1’s bitterest rivals for who can score the most wins | 2024 British GP stats and facts - RaceFans

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

How Norris is letting F1 title challenge slip away - SkySports F1

Lando Norris remains a one-time Grand Prix winner but he could easily have added to that number in recent races and found himself in a serious title battle.

Read more: How Norris is letting F1 title challenge slip away - SkySports F1

Ferrari junior Oliver Bearman completes Pirelli tyres test with Haas - F1technical.net

Formula One’s American outfit Haas is using the time between the British and the Hungarian Grands Prix to assist Pirelli to an in-season tyre development test.

Read more: Ferrari junior Oliver Bearman completes Pirelli tyres test with Haas - F1technical.net

Monday, July 8, 2024

Albon rues missed chances, but happy to score on home soil - F1technical.net

Williams driver Alexander Albon had a torrid start to his home race at Silverstone, picking up a front wing damage on the opening lap, but he managed to add a point to his tally.

Read more: Albon rues missed chances, but happy to score on home soil - F1technical.net

Famin urges Alpine to learn from frustrating Silverstone weekend - F1technical.net

Alpine team boss Bruno Famin stressed that the Anglo-French outfit needs to "learn lessons" from a tough Silverstone weekend that saw the Enstone-based outfit struggle for pace and struggle from reliability issues.

Read more: Famin urges Alpine to learn from frustrating Silverstone weekend - F1technical.net

Alonso filmed scene for F1 movie in media pen after British Grand Prix | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Alonso filmed scene for F1 movie after British GP • Pirelli confirm next tyre choices • Tsunoda to drive 60-year-old F1 car

Read more: Alonso filmed scene for F1 movie in media pen after British Grand Prix | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday, July 7, 2024

Formula One releases teaser of new F1 film - F1technical.net

Formula 1 and Apple Original Films have released the teaser of the upcoming movie starring Brad Pitt, directed by Joseph Kosinski, and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, in the Formula 1 global feed ahead of the British Grand Prix.

Read more: Formula One releases teaser of new F1 film - F1technical.net

Friday, July 5, 2024

What we learned from Friday practice at the 2024 F1 British GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

The opening day of track action at Formula 1’s 2024 British Grand Prix ended with a clean sweep of Friday practice sessions for McLaren, with Red Bull not troubling the top times.Well, Sergio Perez was third fastest in FP2 to put the world champion squad second overall behind McLaren in that session, but his illustrious team-mate, Max Verstappen, was down in an unusual spot in seventh. Just like ...Keep reading

Read more: What we learned from Friday practice at the 2024 F1 British GP - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Thursday, July 4, 2024

Pirelli introducing new C6 tyre to improve racing on street tracks next year | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Pirelli will add a sixth tyre compound to its range next year with the goal of improving the racing on street tracks.

Read more: Pirelli introducing new C6 tyre to improve racing on street tracks next year | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Ricciardo eager to score more points after his strong showing in Austria - F1technical.net

Visa Cash RB driver Daniel Ricciardo is buoyed by his point-scoring result from Austria, and wants to build on his stellar performance to fight for more points at this weekend's British Grand Prix.

Read more: Ricciardo eager to score more points after his strong showing in Austria - F1technical.net

Tyre preview - Pirelli brings its hardest compounds to Silverstone - F1technical.net

Formula One's sole tyre manufacturer Pirelli will bring its three hardest compounds for this weekend's British Grand Prix, and has mandated extremely high minimum starting pressures for the Silverstone round. F1Technical's lead journalist Balazs Szabó delivers his tyre preview.

Read more: Tyre preview - Pirelli brings its hardest compounds to Silverstone - F1technical.net

Official: Ferrari junior Bearman gets full-time Haas F1 drive for 2025 | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Ferrari junior driver Oliver Bearman will join the F1 grid as a full time race driver in 2025 with Haas, the team have confirmed.

Read more: Official: Ferrari junior Bearman gets full-time Haas F1 drive for 2025 | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Williams set to run a one-off livery at the British Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Williams will run a special, one-off livery at Silverstone at this weekend's British Grand Prix with the names of all team members set to appear on the Grove-based outfit's FW46.

Read more: Williams set to run a one-off livery at the British Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Lack of upgrades holding Williams back – Sargeant | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Lack of upgrades holding Williams back - Sargeant • Aston Martin's Imola upgrade failed - Krack • Wharton replaces banned Stenshorne

Read more: Lack of upgrades holding Williams back – Sargeant | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Colapinto replaces Sargeant in opening practice at Silverstone - F1technical.net

Ahead of its home race, Williams has announced that F2 race winner Franco Colapinto will drive Logan Sargeant’s FW46 during Free Practice 1 at this weekend’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

Read more: Colapinto replaces Sargeant in opening practice at Silverstone - F1technical.net

ANALYSIS: Alonso ends a disastrous weekend with the fastest race lap - F1technical.net

Despite Aston Martin's disastrous showing at the Austrian Grand Prix, it was its Spanish driver Fernando Alonso to post the fastest race lap in the 71-lap Spielberg round.

Read more: ANALYSIS: Alonso ends a disastrous weekend with the fastest race lap - F1technical.net

Ecclestone recommended Briatore to “desperate” De Meo for Alpine role | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Ecclestone urged "desperate" De Meo to hire Briatore for Alpine • McLaren rattled Red Bull - Norris • Red Bull to reveal special livery

Read more: Ecclestone recommended Briatore to “desperate” De Meo for Alpine role | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

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

The Red Bull Ring brought out the best in many drivers - and the worst in others. Here's RaceFans' driver ratings for the Austrian Grand Prix.

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

Monday, July 1, 2024

How big is Red Bull's Perez problem? - SkySports F1

While Max Verstappen's collision with Lando Norris unsurprisingly dominated the headlines at the Austrian Grand Prix, Red Bull's biggest issue at their home circuit was the continued underperformance of Sergio Perez.

Read more: How big is Red Bull's Perez problem? - SkySports F1

Ferrari completes sensational tyre changes at the Austrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Although Ferrari seemingly lacked pace at the Red Bull Ring, the Scuderia completed the two fastest tyre changes of the Austrian Grand Prix with the quickest having only taken 1.95s. F1Technical's lead journalist Balazs Szabo delivers his latest analysis.

Read more: Ferrari completes sensational tyre changes at the Austrian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Mercedes could attract Verstappen for 2026 if he can exit Red Bull contract – Wolff | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes could attract Verstappen for 2026 - Wolff • RB used sprint race as practice session • Istanbul replica track for sale

Read more: Mercedes could attract Verstappen for 2026 if he can exit Red Bull contract – Wolff | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans