Ahead of this weekend’s returning Qatar Grand Prix, Carlos Sainz has admitted that contract talks with Ferrari are yet to take place, with the Spaniard hoping to solve his future in the winter. Sainz is currently contracted to Ferrari like Charles Leclerc until the end of 2024; however, he’s previously made it clear that he
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Romain Grosjean has revealed that he’s “commenced” legal action against Andretti Autosport, after the side dropped him from their 2024 Indycar driver line-up. Andretti came to the decision to axe the Frenchman after deciding to reduce their roster from four cars to three, with Grosjean’s seat being removed as a result. Grosjean
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Aston Martin executive chairman Lawrence Stroll doesn’t want to see Andretti given permission to join the Formula 1 paddock, with the billionaire believing that the sport is “working really well with 10 teams”. Andretti were recently granted permission by the FIA to join F1, with it now being down to the sport itself to make
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert believes AlphaTauri have made a mistake by signing Daniel Ricciardo for 2024, with the Briton believing that Red Bull reserve driver Liam Lawson is their “future”. It was confirmed at the Japanese Grand Prix that AlphaTauri would be represented by Yuki Tsunoda and Ricciardo next season, whilst Lawson will return
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AlphaTauri’s technical director Jody Egginton has clarified the extent of parts integration from Red Bull Racing as the two teams continue to collaborate more closely. The Faenza-based squad has been struggling in recent seasons, sparking discussions about the degree of shared resources and parts usage between the two teams. Amid rumours that AlphaTauri might essentially
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Former Formula 1 driver Christijan Albers has voiced his surprise at Sergio Perez’s ability to retain his seat at Red Bull Racing, considering the team’s historically ruthless approach to driver decisions. Perez’s contract with Red Bull is set to run until the end of the 2024 season. However, recent performances have sparked speculation about his
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has warned Charles Leclerc that he’s “at a crossroads”, with Carlos Sainz having become Ferrari’s number one driver in the German’s eyes. 2023 has been a frustrating season for Leclerc, who has lacked consistency compared to Sainz. For the second time in the last three years, Sainz has very much
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Ex-Formula 1 team owner Eddie Jordan thinks Red Bull should promote reserve driver Liam Lawson, should they decide to axe Sergio Perez. Whilst Perez is contracted until the end of 2024, the expectation is that he won’t receive a new contract and could even be dropped mid-season next year, if he fails to improve. Supposedly,
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Matthew Howson, a successful racing driver and Le Mans 24 Hours LMP2 winner, recently shared insights into his experience as Lewis Hamilton’s first-ever teammate in single-seater racing. Both drivers joined forces at Manor Motorsport for the Formula Renault Winter series early in their careers, setting the stage for Hamilton’s remarkable journey to becoming a seven-time
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Charles Leclerc has admitted that he’ll only ever leave Ferrari when he “doesn’t believe in the project anymore”, as that’ll stop him from performing at his best. Leclerc is currently set to become a free agent in 2025 when his deal expires at the end of next season, although the general expectation is that he
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