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Helmut Marko says Sergio Perez ‘needs’ to leave Red Bull

Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko has admitted that a “change of climate and team” could be what’s best for Sergio Perez to rediscover his pace, with him currently struggling for confidence. Nothing is going right for the Mexican driver currently, who has scored just a single point in the last three races. Even if

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Toto Wolff on Hamilton: ‘I don’t want to hear Lewis say anymore’

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed that Lewis Hamilton’s wish for 2024 will come true, after the 38-year-old complained that his driving position was “too far forward”. One of Hamilton’s leading complaints with the W14 has been that the cockpit is too far forward for his liking, with the seven-time World Champion preferring to

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Aston Martin boss demands ‘more respect’ for Lance Stroll

Lance Stroll was topping the majority of the headlines last weekend at the Qatar Grand Prix, after the Aston Martin driver pushed his personal trainer. The Canadian’s anger at being eliminated in Q1 once again was on show to the world at the Lusail International Circuit last Friday evening, with his rampage having started by

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Ex-Aston Martin director blasts Martin Brundle

Ex-Aston Martin communications manager Matt Bishop is pleased that the FIA are taking action to ensure that what happened at last weekend’s “unacceptably dangerous” Qatar Grand Prix never happens again, with drivers having passed out post-race. The immense heat and humidity at the Lusail International Circuit resulted in horrific driving conditions, which became significantly worse

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Nico Rosberg warns Lance Stroll’s excuse is invalid

Tensions flared in Qatar as Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll found himself in the spotlight, not for his performance but for his complaints about track limits.  The former World Champion, Nico Rosberg, was unimpressed with Stroll’s grievances, suggesting that other drivers managed to steer clear of penalties despite the grueling conditions. Stroll’s woes began when

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Real Madrid star hails Zhou Guanyu

Zhou Guanyu scored his first points of the season since the Spanish Grand Prix last weekend at the Qatar Grand Prix, after he was promoted into the top-10 once time penalties had been added to other drivers finishing times. The Qatar GP was the ultimate test of endurance and mental strength, with the immense heat

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Lewis Hamilton and George Russell reconcile

At the Qatar Grand Prix, emotions ran high as Lewis Hamilton and George Russell of the Mercedes team reconciled after a dramatic crash that marred the start of their race.  Hamilton’s race took a disastrous turn moments after it began when he collided with Russell while attempting to overtake on the outside of the first

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Kelly Piquet sends heartfelt message to Max Verstappen

Kelly Piquet took to social media after the Qatar Grand Prix last weekend to congratulate her boyfriend, Max Verstappen, on his third Drivers’ Championship. The Brazilian model who has been officially dating the Dutchman since 2021 is often seen in the paddock supporting the Red Bull driver, with last weekend at the Lusail International Circuit

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Toto Wolff admits he discussed Tommy Hilfiger deal in Lewis Hamilton contract talks

Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, has expressed his conviction that the relationship between the team and Lewis Hamilton should extend far beyond the racetrack.  This declaration comes on the heels of Hamilton’s recent contract extension, promising to keep the seven-time world champion in the Formula 1 arena into his forties, as he pursues an unprecedented

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