In a daring move that raised concerns among his team bosses, Max Verstappen risked a time penalty to secure the fastest lap point at the 2023 Spanish Grand Prix. Despite his victory in the race, Red Bull’s management expressed their reservations about Verstappen’s choices during the weekend. Verstappen dominated the Spanish Grand Prix, leaving his
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Sauber’s new CEO, Andreas Seidl, has been noticeably absent from the paddock in 2023 as the team prepares for its future transformation into Audi’s works team by 2026. With the current driver lineup consisting of Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyou, the team has encountered contrasting performances, particularly with Bottas, the more experienced of the duo,
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Guenther Steiner, the team principal of Haas, was called to appear before the stewards in Barcelona on allegations of bringing the sport into disrepute due to his strong criticism of the stewarding system. Steiner’s outburst followed Nico Hulkenberg’s penalty in Monaco, where he referred to the officials as “laymen” who lacked the authority to decide
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Even though Daniel Ricciardo isn’t on the Formula 1 grid this season, his presence certainly remains amongst the paddock and the grandstands, as proven at last weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix. A young fan in the crowds was seen holding a sign in support of Haas’ Nico Hulkenberg, with it having read: “Nico Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuulkenberg.” The sign
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In the midst of contract talks between his teammate Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes, George Russell has reportedly pledged his long-term commitment to the team. While all eyes have been on the seven-time world champion’s future, with Hamilton’s contract set to expire after the 2023 season, Russell’s position within Mercedes appears to be secure. Rumours of
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Reigning World Champion Max Verstappen has revealed how himself and Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko were ‘laughing” after the Spanish Grand Prix, following the Dutchman’s late attempt at setting the fastest lap. Verstappen was warned against attempting the fastest lap by race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase, due to the 25-year-old having been awarded three warnings
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Charles Leclerc was left frustrated and puzzled after last weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix, as the Monegasque endured another woeful round. Leclerc was remarkably eliminated in Q1 at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya having only set the 19th fastest time, whilst he only recovered to P11 on Sunday. It’s incredible to think just how different things were
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The Spanish GP proved a busy affair for the F1 stewards, but it was clear Yuki Tsunoda did not share the same fortunes as Mercedes man George Russell. Russell successfully avoided punishment at the opening stages of the race, using an escape road to avoid contact – a move that proved invaluable to his race
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Seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton is believed to meeting Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff this week to discuss the 38-year-old’s contract extension, which is “almost” ready to be signed. Hamilton’s current deal is set to expire at the end of this season, with him reportedly pushing for a multi-year extension until the end of 2025.
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Valtteri Bottas endured a disappointing Spanish Grand Prix last weekend, with the Finn having finished P19 at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Despite having been amongst the top 10 on Friday, Bottas severely struggled for any real pace throughout Saturday and Sunday, resulting in a Q1 elimination in qualifying. Bottas could only salvage 16th on the
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