Ahead of this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix, George Russell has admitted that Formula 1 isn’t “at a position yet” to introduce blanket-free tyres, something the FIA are pushing to bring in next season. Pirelli’s blanket-free tyres have been tested multiple times this season in preparation for their potential introduction next year, with Russell having trialled
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Max Verstappen remains unfazed by the significance of milestones as Red Bull Racing aims to secure its 100th grand prix win at the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix. With a perfect record of seven victories in seven races this season, the team’s dominance shows no signs of waning. However, Verstappen maintains a focused and pragmatic approach,
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Carlos Sainz Jr. has admitted that Ferrari is facing “fundamental” problems with their car’s lack of pace, as demonstrated during the Spanish Grand Prix. However, he believes that the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix, with its slower corners, will be a more favorable venue for the team. Sainz explained that the team’s struggle goes beyond tire
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After being spotted at the Champions League final last Saturday in Istanbul, George Russell has been offered an interesting career change should he wish to leave the world of Formula 1 behind. Russell was in the Turkish city to see Manchester City defeat Inter Milan 1-0, to claim their first Champions League trophy. He was
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Russian oligarch Boris Rotenberg has accused the FIA of making Russian drivers sign an “illegal” document to continue racing in championships governed by them, following the ignition of the conflict in Eastern Europe. Rotenberg is one of the most influential motorsport figures in Russia and is the man behind the very successful SMP Racing programme,
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Mika Hakkinen, a two-time Formula 1 World Champion, has raised concerns about Lewis Hamilton’s level of focus on racing. With Hamilton entering his 17th year in the sport and holding numerous records, including the most wins, podiums, and pole positions, there have been suggestions that his commitment to Formula 1 may be waning. The lack
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert believes Mercedes already have the perfect replacement for Lewis Hamilton: team-mate George Russell. Even though Hamilton might continue racing for Mercedes for a couple more seasons, Herbert sees Russell as the Brackley-based team’s “future”. Russell has certainly done exceptionally well since switching from Williams to Mercedes at the start of
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In a nostalgic reunion, Sebastian Vettel and Daniel Ricciardo will share a paddock as teammates once again, harking back to their time at Red Bull Racing during the defining 2014 Formula 1 season. The two drivers will take part in a series of promotional runs for Red Bull Racing at the iconic Nürburgring Nordschleife in
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As Max Verstappen continues his seemingly unstoppable march towards his third consecutive drivers’ title, Formula 1 is witnessing a significant decline in TV ratings. While the sport’s popularity remains high, the lack of unpredictability due to Red Bull’s dominance is taking a toll on viewership. In response, team bosses from Mercedes, Alpha Tauri, and Haas
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Two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso has disagreed with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, over what the drivers need in Formula 1 going forward. Since the introduction of the new aerodynamic regulations last season, two very clear things have happened: the cars have gotten heavier, and they’ve gotten bigger. F1 cars today are remarkably over 200kg
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