An inquiry into Red Bull team principal Christian Horner for alleged inappropriate behaviour is expected to conclude before this week’s season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. In early February, Horner came under investigation by Red Bull GmbH, the team’s Austrian parent company, following a complaint of inappropriate behaviour from a female colleague. The investigation, conducted externally by
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Charles Leclerc has pledged to approach Lewis Hamilton about a potential musical collaboration when they become teammates at Ferrari in F1 2025. An enthusiastic pianist, Leclerc surprised the F1 world earlier this month with the release of an EP in partnership with French artist Sofiane Pamart. Leclerc’s announcement coincided precisely with Hamilton’s confirmation, two weeks
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Red Bull Motorsport Advisor Helmut Marko has outlined the circumstances under which Max Verstappen might part ways with the team. The Dutchman ascended to a position within the Milton Keynes-based outfit after just one season and four races as an F1 driver, clinching a victory on his debut for Red Bull at the 2016 Spanish
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Mercedes ace Lewis Hamilton has weighed in on Red Bull’s 2024 Formula 1 car following its performance during three days of pre-season testing. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez hit the track in Sakhir after the lengthy winter hiatus, showcasing a significantly revamped car that sparked much intrigue among observers. Hamilton, speaking post-test via The Athletic,
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Ralf Schumacher has stirred up excitement by suggesting that Sebastian Vettel, the four-time Formula 1 world champion, may be contemplating a remarkable return to the sport. Despite recent dismissal of such rumours by Sebastian’s brother Fabian, Ralf’s remarks to Sky Deutschland have reignited speculation. “I heard that Sebastian wants to drive a car again,” Schumacher
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Lando Norris has shared his thoughts on his recent contract extension with McLaren, which effectively rules out a potential move to Mercedes for the young British driver. Despite interest from Red Bull and Mercedes last year, Norris, 24, opted to solidify his allegiance to McLaren after securing seven podium finishes. The unexpected announcement of Lewis
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Carlos Sainz’s father was observed conversing with Red Bull executives during F1 preseason testing in Bahrain. Sainz is seeking a new position for 2025, as Lewis Hamilton is slated to replace him at Ferrari. The Spaniard clinched an F1 grand prix victory last year, the only non-Red Bull driver to do so, indicating he should
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Max Verstappen found himself unexpectedly sidelined by Christian Horner as the latter revealed his true favourite in the world of Formula 1. Despite assumptions that the reigning three-time world champion would hold the prime position in Horner’s affections, it was revealed in a surprising turn of events in the second episode of Netflix’s Drive to
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Red Bull has affirmed that Max Verstappen’s decision to stay with the team will hinge on performance rather than financial incentives, despite speculation about his future amid Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari. Verstappen, a three-time Formula 1 champion, remains contracted to Red Bull until 2028, encompassing two seasons under the forthcoming regulations. Helmut Marko, speaking
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Red Bull and Ferrari are already being hailed as the F1 frontrunners for 2024 following just two days of pre-season testing in Bahrain. The indications from Mercedes and others suggest they anticipate trailing behind their rivals as the season kicks off on the opening weekend of March. Historically, pre-season lap times have been considered unreliable
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