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F1 aims to inspire female racers

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has unveiled the schedule for the 2024 season of F1 Academy, a series designed to provide more opportunities for young female racers in the world of motorsport.  The announcement comes as the inaugural season of F1 Academy heads into its season finale in Austin, with 23-year-old Spaniard Marta Garcia currently

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FIA clarify Lewis Hamilton ‘role model’ comment

Following the announcement that the FIA have opted to reinvestigate Lewis Hamilton for crossing a live circuit during the Qatar Grand Prix, the governing body have responded to backlash and insisted that they aren’t singling out the Mercedes driver. Hamilton crossed the first corner at the Lusail International Circuit following his collision with George Russell,

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Helmut Marko could be saved by loyal driver

Amid speculations of turmoil brewing within the Red Bull Formula 1 team, Christian Horner has been cautioned that Max Verstappen may align himself with Helmut Marko, the prominent figure in the Red Bull racing setup.  The potential alliance with Marko, as suggested by former F1 driver turned pundit Ralf Schumacher, could lead to challenging times

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Mercedes admit illegal F1 plank would’ve made ‘some difference’

Following Lewis Hamilton’s shock disqualification from the United States Grand Prix, Mercedes had admitted that the illegal plank on the 38-year-old’s car would’ve made “some difference” but they’ve stressed that it wouldn’t have given Hamilton a “significant advantage”, according to the BBC. After finishing second at the Circuit of the Americas, Hamilton’s car was chosen

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Drivers gobsmacked at introduction of €1 million fine

The Formula 1 drivers have been left gobsmacked following the most recent meeting of the FIA World Motor Sport Council, where the maximum amount a driver can be fined was increased by four times the previous amount. Up until the Council’s announcement, the maximum a steward could fine a driver was €250,000; however, this has

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Lewis Hamilton remains upbeat despite disqualification

Lewis Hamilton remained upbeat and positive on Sunday following his disqualification from the United States Grand Prix, which took second place away from him. Hamilton was disqualified after the race at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA), after his car failed an inspection. The seven-time World Champion’s car was one of four randomly chosen to

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Red Bull driver dismisses retirement rumours

Amidst the recent speculations and rumours swirling around Red Bull’s Sergio Perez’s potential retirement from Formula 1, the Mexican driver has emphatically quashed these suggestions.  This comes in the wake of a challenging season for Perez, marked by an unfortunate series of incidents, including his untimely exit from the Qatar Grand Prix. During the Qatar

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Kelly Piquet left puzzled after Max Verstappen booed

Max Verstappen’s girlfriend Kelly Piquet looked puzzled on Sunday at the United States Grand Prix, as the Red Bull driver was subjected to boos and jeers for the second season in a row at the venue. Verstappen claimed victory for the third year in a row at the Circuit of the Americas after successfully recovering

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Lewis Hamilton urges Formula 1 not to compromise on challenging conditions

Lewis Hamilton has raised his voice in a plea to the sport not to lose its edge by becoming “soft” in response to the recent debate surrounding racing in extreme heat conditions.  The controversy emerged after the scorching conditions during the Qatar Grand Prix, with several drivers experiencing the impact of the high temperatures, including

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