Thursday, December 26, 2024

RaceFans’ readers best F1 Caption Competition winners of 2024 | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Will our readers' funniest pictures captions of 2024 leave you howling with laughter or groaning with displeasure? Read on to find out.

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Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Haas joins forces with the University of Chicago Medicine - F1technical.net

Formula One's sole American outfit, Haas has announced a new partnership with the University of Chicago Medicine, one of the United States’ leading academic medical institutions.

Read more: Haas joins forces with the University of Chicago Medicine - F1technical.net

Horner: Verstappen “never panicked” on way to F1 title despite Red Bull deficit - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has commended Max Verstappen’s work ethic and state of mind after the Dutch driver clinched the 2024 Formula 1 title despite his car’s struggles.
Red Bull’s season got off to a flying start with Verstappen winning six of the first nine grands prix, leading 1-2s in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Japan.
However, Verstappen subsequently went ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner: Verstappen “never panicked” on way to F1 title despite Red Bull deficit - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Horner: Verstappen “never panicked” on way to F1 title despite Red Bull deficit - Motorsport.com

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has commended Max Verstappen’s work ethic and state of mind after the Dutch driver clinched the 2024 Formula 1 title despite his car’s struggles.
Red Bull’s season got off to a flying start with Verstappen winning six of the first nine grands prix, leading 1-2s in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Japan.
However, Verstappen subsequently went ...Keep reading

Read more: Horner: Verstappen “never panicked” on way to F1 title despite Red Bull deficit - Motorsport.com

The stories that defined sport in 2024 - SkySports F1

We look back on the 12 stories that defined sport in 2024, including Lewis Hamilton's shock move to Ferrari, Jurgen Klopp leaving Liverpool and Olympic success for Team GB.

Read more: The stories that defined sport in 2024 - SkySports F1

Sunday, December 22, 2024

What is the Red Bull Junior Team? A look at the unique F1 academy - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Almost half of the Formula 1 grid in 2025 will have come from the Red Bull Junior Team, making it one of the most successful academy programmes in motorsport.
Jack Doohan, Pierre Gasly, Alex Albon, Carlos Sainz, Isack Hadjar, Yuki Tsunoda, Liam Lawson and reigning world champion Max Verstappen have all come through the Red Bull ranks.
Each team in F1 has its own driver academy; for example ...Keep reading

Read more: What is the Red Bull Junior Team? A look at the unique F1 academy - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Piastri: Improving qualifying form my big focus for F1 2025 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Oscar Piastri has revealed improving in qualifying is his main point of focus for the 2025 Formula 1 season after comparing unfavourably to McLaren team-mate Lando Norris.
Piastri was outqualified 21-3 by Norris in 2024, albeit often by small margins, with Norris also getting the better of the Australian in sprint qualifying this year. That means Piastri has regressed compared to his rookie ...Keep reading

Read more: Piastri: Improving qualifying form my big focus for F1 2025 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Lawson’s “mental strength and resilience” made him better choice than Tsunoda – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Lawson's "mental strength and resilience" made him better choice than Tsunoda - Horner • Liberty Media delays date to complete Moto GP deal

Read more: Lawson’s “mental strength and resilience” made him better choice than Tsunoda – Horner | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton says final farewell to Mercedes in an emotional message - F1technical.net

Having brought his 12-year spell at Mercedes with a sensational recovery drive at the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to an end, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton made his final farewell to the Brackley-based outfit.

Read more: Hamilton says final farewell to Mercedes in an emotional message - F1technical.net

The psychological breakthrough behind Russell beating Hamilton in F1 2024 quali  - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

George Russell puts his comprehensive Formula 1 2024 defeat of former Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton in qualifying down to being “psychologically in a really good place”. 
The 26-year-old ended the 2024 season with a 24-6 qualifying record against Hamilton, with all sessions including those that set the grid for sprint events taken into consideration. 
This compares with their 8-12 ...Keep reading

Read more: The psychological breakthrough behind Russell beating Hamilton in F1 2024 quali  - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Caption Competition 255: Looking ahead | Caption Competition - RaceFans

What have former Mercedes team mates Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas spotted in the distance - or the future? Post your caption.

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Thursday, December 19, 2024

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Vasseur: Convincing Hamilton to join Ferrari not difficult at all - SkySports F1

Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur says it was "not difficult at all" to convince Lewis Hamilton to join the team from 2025 and he has no concerns about the seven-time champion's troubled qualifying form during his final season at Mercedes.

Read more: Vasseur: Convincing Hamilton to join Ferrari not difficult at all - SkySports F1

Horner sheds light on why Sainz was never a candidate to partner Verstappen | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has indicated why the team did not consider hiring Carlos Sainz Jnr to replace the struggling Sergio Perez.

Read more: Horner sheds light on why Sainz was never a candidate to partner Verstappen | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Did Piastri fall back or gain on Norris in his second season at McLaren? | 2024 F1 team mates head-to-head - RaceFans

The qualifying score line between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri widened in 2024, but the second-year driver still showed clear signs of improvement.

Read more: Did Piastri fall back or gain on Norris in his second season at McLaren? | 2024 F1 team mates head-to-head - RaceFans

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Rosberg offers advice to 2025 'favourite’ Norris - SkySports F1

Nico Rosberg believes Lando Norris is the early favourite for the F1 world championship in 2025 but has offered the McLaren driver advice on how he should approach this winter and a title challenge next year.

Read more: Rosberg offers advice to 2025 'favourite’ Norris - SkySports F1

Red Bull to confirm Lawson as Perez’s replacement for 2025 – reports | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Red Bull tipped to confirm Lawson • Felbermayr joins Sauber for F1 Academy • Williams hires young karter

Read more: Red Bull to confirm Lawson as Perez’s replacement for 2025 – reports | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sky Sports F1 Podcast: 2024 review - and the season's top 10 drivers - SkySports F1

In a special episode filmed at the home of new F1 constructors' champions, Karun Chandhok and Ted Kravitz review the campaign and the year's biggest talking points.

Read more: Sky Sports F1 Podcast: 2024 review - and the season's top 10 drivers - SkySports F1

Sainz heroics, Max magic or Hamilton's Silverstone success? Best F1 Races of 2024! - SkySports F1

Relive some of the best races this year in Formula 1, including the Australian, British and Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

Read more: Sainz heroics, Max magic or Hamilton's Silverstone success? Best F1 Races of 2024! - SkySports F1

Monday, December 16, 2024

McLaren showed they have “a lot to learn about consistency” – Verstappen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: McLaren showed they have "a lot to learn about consistency" - Verstappen • Duerksen stays at AIX in F2 • Hamilton says farewell to Mercedes

Read more: McLaren showed they have “a lot to learn about consistency” – Verstappen | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tsunoda claims he "impressed" Red Bull in key F1 test ahead of 2025 driver call - Motorsport.com

Yuki Tsunoda reckons he impressed Red Bull with his technical feedback in his recent Formula 1 test for the team – knowing it is an area the squad has doubted him on.
The Japanese was handed his first proper run in a Red Bull car at the recent post-season Abu Dhabi tyre test, at a time when the Milton Keynes-based outfit is deciding what to do with its driver line-up for 2025.
But while ...Keep reading

Read more: Tsunoda claims he "impressed" Red Bull in key F1 test ahead of 2025 driver call - Motorsport.com

Sunday, December 15, 2024

Relive Verstappen's thrilling title battle with Norris this season - SkySports F1

All the best bits from the Max Verstappen vs Lando Norris title battle in 2024, which saw Verstappen prevail to win a fourth straight world title.

Read more: Relive Verstappen's thrilling title battle with Norris this season - SkySports F1

Despite four wins, 2024 is ‘not a season I’d wish to repeat’ for Mercedes’ Allison | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: 2024 is 'not a season I'd wish to repeat' says Mercedes' Allison • O'Ward Formula E run cancelled • Pulling doubts teenage woman could race in F1

Read more: Despite four wins, 2024 is ‘not a season I’d wish to repeat’ for Mercedes’ Allison | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

McLaren end the 2024 season with quickest pit stop, but Red Bull clinch overall glory - F1technical.net

McLaren have not only clinched their first constructors' title since 1998, but the Woking-based outfit completed the quickest tyre change at the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as well.

Read more: McLaren end the 2024 season with quickest pit stop, but Red Bull clinch overall glory - F1technical.net

Why Genesis evaluated F1 programme but chose WEC - Motorsport.com - WEC - Stories

Luxury car brand Genesis says it did evaluate a potential entry into Formula 1 prior to deciding that it would commit to an LMDh programme for the 2026 World Endurance Championship instead.
The South Korean manufacturer officially launched its Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar plans on Wednesday evening in Dubai, revealing a scale model and images of the car concept that will begin testing next ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Genesis evaluated F1 programme but chose WEC - Motorsport.com - WEC - Stories

Verstappen says he would have won the title in a Ferrari. Is he right? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Max Verstappen says he could have won the drivers' championship in a Ferrari or a McLaren this year. We put that claim to the test in this week's poll.

Read more: Verstappen says he would have won the title in a Ferrari. Is he right? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Williams' French junior driver set to step up into Formula 3 in 2025 - F1technical.net

Williams Racing have confirmed that their Academy Driver Alessandro Giusti will graduate to FIA Formula 3 championship with MP Motorsport for the 2025 season.

Read more: Williams' French junior driver set to step up into Formula 3 in 2025 - F1technical.net

Saturday, December 14, 2024

Friday, December 13, 2024

Verstappen collects F1 trophy in Rwanda - SkySports F1



Read more: Verstappen collects F1 trophy in Rwanda - SkySports F1

Crunch day for controversial FIA vote - Motorsport.com

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem will discover today if changes to the motorsport federation’s statutes will be approved.
The FIA General Assembly will convene in Kigali, Rwanda, ahead of the prize-giving ceremony, where members will vote on the proposals.
Alterations would restrict the ethics and audit committees' control and reduce the responsibilities of the compliance officer, which ...Keep reading

Read more: Crunch day for controversial FIA vote - Motorsport.com

10 startling statistics from Perez’s worst season at Red Bull yet | 2024 F1 team mates head-to-head - RaceFans

Red Bull extended Sergio Perez's contract for two more seasons earlier this year. But will they really tolerate a repeat of his 2024 performance?

Read more: 10 startling statistics from Perez’s worst season at Red Bull yet | 2024 F1 team mates head-to-head - RaceFans

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Brown expects 'challenge' handling Norris vs Piastri in 2025 - SkySports F1

McLaren boss Zak Brown has admitted it "will be a challenge at times" managing the team's drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri as they both target the Drivers' Championship in 2025.

Read more: Brown expects 'challenge' handling Norris vs Piastri in 2025 - SkySports F1

Colapinto pushed Albon to raise his game – Vowles | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Colapinto pushed Albon to improve - Vowles • Crawford leads F2 test • US F1 TV figures fall short of record

Read more: Colapinto pushed Albon to raise his game – Vowles | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tsunoda feels Red Bull suits his driving style after Abu Dhabi test - F1technical.net

Having completed his first test with Red Bull, Visa Cash RB driver Yuki Tsunoda sounded a positive note, explaining that the RB20 has very much suited his driving style.

Read more: Tsunoda feels Red Bull suits his driving style after Abu Dhabi test - F1technical.net

Motorsport boss 'saddened' by proposed FIA changes - BBC Sport

The head of Austria's motorsport federation says he is "saddened" by proposed changes that will reduce accountability at motorsport's governing body the FIA.

Read more: Motorsport boss 'saddened' by proposed FIA changes - BBC Sport

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Shwartzman leaves Ferrari with emotional message - F1technical.net

Having elected to enter North America's premier open-wheel championship, former Ferrari Academy member Robert Shwartzman said farewell with an emotional message.

Read more: Shwartzman leaves Ferrari with emotional message - F1technical.net

Verstappen must “start being careful” after hitting eight penalty points – Marko | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Verstappen must "start being careful" - Marko • Four more drivers land F2 seats • Ferrari "proud" of Cadillac deal

Read more: Verstappen must “start being careful” after hitting eight penalty points – Marko | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Brad Pitt's 'F1' Movie: Everything we know so far - Motorsport.com - Culture - Stories

Hollywood heavyweight Brad Pitt has become a regular fixture in the Formula 1 paddock thanks to his upcoming film, aptly titled "F1." The action flick is slated to become the movie of the summer when it arrives in cinemas June 2025, featuring cameos from real F1 drivers and high-speed scenes with Pitt behind the wheel of a modified F2 car. Here's everything we know about "F1" so far. What is 'F1' ...Keep reading

Read more: Brad Pitt's 'F1' Movie: Everything we know so far - Motorsport.com - Culture - Stories

Monday, December 9, 2024

Sainz makes Williams F1 debut in Abu Dhabi test - Motorsport.com

Carlos Sainz has made his first public appearance as a Williams Formula 1 driver in the official post-season test in Abu Dhabi.After getting an early taste of the Williams FW46 in a private filming run on Monday, Sainz returned to the track on Tuesday morning to start his new stint with the British team in earnest.Unlike previous years, teams are allowed to enter two cars in the Yas Marina ...Keep reading

Read more: Sainz makes Williams F1 debut in Abu Dhabi test - Motorsport.com

What tyres will drivers have at their disposal at the post-season test in Abu Dhabi? - F1technical.net

Sunday night marked the end of racing for 2024 but not the end of track action as all ten teams have stayed on at the Yas Marina circuit for a very busy group test for today.

Read more: What tyres will drivers have at their disposal at the post-season test in Abu Dhabi? - F1technical.net

Yuki Tsunoda is "ready for Red Bull seat," reckons Mekies - F1technical.net

Ahead of his first test with a current Red Bull F1 car, VCARB team boss Laurent Mekies reckons that Yuki Tsunoda is ready to get a chance to drive a more competitive car given his recent results.

Read more: Yuki Tsunoda is "ready for Red Bull seat," reckons Mekies - F1technical.net

Sunday, December 8, 2024

Verstappen to serve FIA swearing punishment around upcoming FIA awards ceremony - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen will serve his FIA press conference swearing punishment while in Rwanda for the governing body’s annual awards ceremony next week.The Red Bull driver was effectively given a community service order by the FIA for swearing in the pre-event press conference at the Singapore Grand Prix in September, which led to the Dutchman protesting at the following FIA press conferences with ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen to serve FIA swearing punishment around upcoming FIA awards ceremony - Motorsport.com

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Leclerc vows to fight "until the very last lap" in Abu Dhabi - F1technical.net

In the face of a tough qualifying session and and engine penalty, Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc vows that he will fight until the very last lap on Sunday as his "goals remained tha same."

Read more: Leclerc vows to fight "until the very last lap" in Abu Dhabi - F1technical.net

Friday, December 6, 2024

NASCAR's Shane van Gisbergen stoked for fellow Kiwi Liam Lawson's progress in F1 - Motorsport.com

For Shane van Gisbergen, racing has always been about perseverance and versatility — traits he recognizes in his fellow Kiwi, Liam Lawson. The 35-year-old, who will make the full-time move up to the NASCAR Cup Series next year, was an early mentor to the VCARB Formula 1 driver.“Obviously, I went the Touring Car route, and he went to chase the dream in Europe in single-seaters,” van Gisbergen ...Keep reading

Read more: NASCAR's Shane van Gisbergen stoked for fellow Kiwi Liam Lawson's progress in F1 - Motorsport.com

Shane van Gisbergen speaks on his full-time NASCAR Cup debut and fellow Kiwi Liam Lawson - Motorsport.com - NASCAR - Stories

For Shane van Gisbergen, racing has always been about perseverance and versatility — traits he recognizes in his fellow Kiwi, Liam Lawson. The 35-year-old, who will make the full-time move up to the NASCAR Cup Series next year, was an early mentor to the VCARB Formula 1 driver.“Obviously, I went the Touring Car route, and he went to chase the dream in Europe in single-seaters,” van Gisbergen ...Keep reading

Read more: Shane van Gisbergen speaks on his full-time NASCAR Cup debut and fellow Kiwi Liam Lawson - Motorsport.com - NASCAR - Stories

Pace-setter Norris sure McLaren’s rivals are a real threat after another strong start | 2024 Abu Dhabi GP Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

McLaren looked strongest in Friday practice for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but Lando Norris expects their rivals have more to show.

Read more: Pace-setter Norris sure McLaren’s rivals are a real threat after another strong start | 2024 Abu Dhabi GP Friday practice analysis - RaceFans

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Sainz ready to tackle "emotional" final race with Ferrari - F1technical.net

Ahead of his final race with Ferrari, four-time F1 race winner Carlos Sainz reckons that he expects the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to turn out to be an emotional weekend.

Read more: Sainz ready to tackle "emotional" final race with Ferrari - F1technical.net

F1: Chequered Flag - BBC Sport

Andrew Benson and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Jennie to look ahead to the race.

Read more: F1: Chequered Flag - BBC Sport

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Ocon comments on the reasons for his shock departure from Alpine - F1technical.net

Commenting on his shock departure from Alpine with a single race to complete in 2024, Haas-bound Esteban Ocon said that "this is not how I wanted things to end."

Read more: Ocon comments on the reasons for his shock departure from Alpine - F1technical.net

F2 driver Like Browning to drive in Abu Dhabi for Williams - F1technical.net

Williams Racing Academy Driver Luke Browning will take part in the first Free Practice session at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and participate in the end-of-season Young Driver Test, the Grove-based squad has recently announced.

Read more: F2 driver Like Browning to drive in Abu Dhabi for Williams - F1technical.net

Ranking Hamilton's top 10 wins at Mercedes - SkySports F1

Sky Sports F1 rank Lewis Hamilton's 10 best wins during his time at Mercedes, ahead of his last race with the team at this weekend's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix...

Read more: Ranking Hamilton's top 10 wins at Mercedes - SkySports F1

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

PACE ANALYSIS: Verstappen and Norris over three tenths quicker than third-fastest Leclerc - F1technical.net

Having bagged his ninth victory of the year and the first one in the dry since the Red Bull Ring, four-time world champion Max Verstappen sounded a positive note after Red Bull had saved his weekend with an extensive setup overhaul. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers his latest analysis.

Read more: PACE ANALYSIS: Verstappen and Norris over three tenths quicker than third-fastest Leclerc - F1technical.net

FIA president Ben Sulayem open to adding 12th F1 team after Cadillac | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: 12th F1 team possible - Ben Sulayem • F1 Academy adds race • FIA plans ethics committee changes

Read more: FIA president Ben Sulayem open to adding 12th F1 team after Cadillac | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

ANALYSIS: Pirelli set to anyalse Hamilton's and Sainz's puncture in Milan - F1technical.net

Following last year's tyre issues, Pirelli's products have shown hardly any degradation and wear over the Qatar Grand Prix weekend. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers his tyre analysis.

Read more: ANALYSIS: Pirelli set to anyalse Hamilton's and Sainz's puncture in Milan - F1technical.net

Monday, December 2, 2024

Leclerc reveals technical issue after Qatar Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Having finished second at the Qatar Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc has revealed that a technical issue meant that he was unable to drink during the 57-lap race.

Read more: Leclerc reveals technical issue after Qatar Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Leclerc eager to bring back the title to Maranello despite relatively big points deficit to McLaren - F1technical.net

Ahead of the final race of the 2024 F1 season, Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc explained that he is eager to bring back the Constructors' title to Maranello despite the relatively big points deficit to McLaren

Read more: Leclerc eager to bring back the title to Maranello despite relatively big points deficit to McLaren - F1technical.net

First points a relief for Zhou after “such a difficult season” at Sauber | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

In the round-up: Zhou relieved to end points drought • McLaren hand Hirakawa F1 practice debut • Senna's former engineer joins IndyCar team

Read more: First points a relief for Zhou after “such a difficult season” at Sauber | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Stella recommends "proportionality" to the FIA after Norris' penalty in Qatar - F1technical.net

On the back of a very strong showing from McLaren at the Qatar Grand Prix, the Woking-based outfit's team boss Andrea Stella recommends that the FIA "considers proportionality" after the hefty fine Lando Norris was given for a yellow-flag incident.

Read more: Stella recommends "proportionality" to the FIA after Norris' penalty in Qatar - F1technical.net

Sunday, December 1, 2024

McLaren wants FIA review on penalty stance amid fears of future "consequences" - Motorsport.com

McLaren believes the FIA should review how penalties are handed out in Formula 1 after warning that Lando Norris's stop-go sanction in the Qatar GP risks "consequences".While the Woking-based team accepts that Norris did not slow down for the double yellow flags that were brought out for Alex Albon's stranded mirror on the straight, team boss Andrea Stella believes the 10-second stop-go penalty he ...Keep reading

Read more: McLaren wants FIA review on penalty stance amid fears of future "consequences" - Motorsport.com