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Max Verstappen makes stark admission about 2024

Reigning World Champion Max Verstappen has admitted that he’s aware his dominance “will stop” eventually; therefore, he’s making sure that he’s “enjoying the moment”. Since the new aerodynamic regulations were introduced last season, Verstappen has been unstoppable. He’s won 25 of the 34 completed races in the new era of the sport, whilst he’s claimed

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Frederic Vasseur blames FIA for Ferrari’s struggles

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur believes catching Red Bull has been made more difficult by the introduction of the budget cap, which came into effect in 2021. Red Bull have been sensational this season, with the side having won all 12 races so far. Ferrari on the other hand, have endured a season to forget

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Toto Wolff praises ‘great guy’ Mick Schumacher amid uncertain future

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has been busy praising reserve driver Mick Schumacher, who he admits is “such a great guy”. Schumacher joined the Silver Arrows at the start of the 2023 season in his backup role, following the departure of former Mercedes reserve Nyck de Vries. The timing of De Vries’ exit to AlphaTauri

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Mercedes make huge decision which will influence Lewis Hamilton’s future

As the Formula 1 world takes a pause for the summer hiatus, Mercedes is sat in an advantageous position despite Red Bull’s ongoing dominance.  While the Silver Arrows can’t end Red Bull’s victory streak, the team appears destined for the season’s runner-up spot. During the 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix, Mercedes displayed renewed vigor, harking back

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Red Bull driver breaks silence on Helmut Marko threat

Red Bull Junior academy driver Enzo Fittipaldi has admitted that he’s yet to hear about advisor Dr. Helmut Marko wanting to reduce the number of drivers the team supports, with him remaining “focused” on his job. Fittipaldi is currently competing in Formula 2, a championship which is filled by Red Bull liveries. The Austrians have

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Yuki Tsunoda blames Daniel Ricciardo

Yuki Tsunoda has admitted that the return of Daniel Ricciardo at AlphaTauri has been the cause of some recent errors, with the Japanese driver feeling the pressure of having the Australian alongside him. Tsunoda’s 2023 campaign has been by far the strongest of his Formula 1 career, even if the results don’t suggest that. He’s

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Aston Martin reveal stance on misfiring Lance Stroll

Aston Martin’s team principal Mike Krack has come to the defence of Lance Stroll amidst the Canadian driver’s lacklustre performance during the opening half of the 2023 Formula 1 season.  Krack contends that Stroll’s unfortunate outcomes are rooted in factors beyond his control, particularly pointing out a pre-season cycling accident that left him with broken

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Charles Leclerc demands Ferrari investigation

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc is advocating for a comprehensive investigation into the team’s recent pit-stop challenges leading up to the mid-season break.  Ferrari found itself notably lagging behind rival teams Red Bull and Mercedes, with an average pit-stop time that was almost two seconds slower.  The disparity was further highlighted by a significant one-second gap

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Toto Wolff fires jibe at Sergio Perez

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has expressed his dissatisfaction with the F1 landscape being dominated by Max Verstappen, attributing the perceived tedium to the absence of a formidable challenge from Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez.  This perspective contrasts with the stance taken by commentator David Croft, who calls out those criticising Verstappen’s command in the

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