Helmut Marko has acknowledged that Mercedes are quicker than Red Bull had anticipated following pre-season testing, delivering an encouraging update for Toto Wolff and Lewis Hamilton. Nonetheless, the Austrian reckons that Ferrari encounter ‘more problems’ than the reigning champions, while McLaren is experiencing ‘nervousness’ due to the performance of the RB20. Following the unveiling of
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Mercedes’ technical director, James Allison, openly expresses his eagerness to gain insight into Red Bull’s groundbreaking cooling system, stating he is ‘desperate’ for an invitation into their garage. The innovative design, masterminded by Adrian Newey, has raised eyebrows across the Formula 1 community, particularly considering Red Bull’s dominance in the previous season. Red Bull’s meticulous
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The inquiry into Red Bull F1 chief Christian Horner is anticipated to reach a resolution prior to the forthcoming Bahrain Grand Prix, as per reports. Horner vehemently refutes claims of “inappropriate behaviour” from a female colleague, with his tenure as the most enduring team principal in the sport hanging in the balance while an external
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Lewis Hamilton has provided further insight into his decision to sign with Ferrari for 2025, shedding light on what prompted the change following his contract signing with Mercedes last summer. The seven-time world champion also elaborated on the influence of his relationship with Scuderia boss Fred Vasseur and expressed his desire to conclude his final
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Toto Wolff has confirmed that Mercedes has been in ‘constant dialogue’ with the FIA concerning the front wing of their 2024 challenger, the W15. The Silver Arrows attracted plenty of attention within the paddock after revealing an innovative new design at pre-season testing in Bahrain. Confirming the legality of the W15’s all-new front wing design
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On the Formula For Success Podcast, Eddie Jordan promptly dismissed the notion of Carlos Sainz joining Sauber for 2025. Thirteen drivers currently lack contracts for the 2025 season. This group includes Alex Albon, with team principal James Vowles affirming his commitment for the upcoming year. Nonetheless, it wouldn’t be surprising if there’s a break clause
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The latest instalment of Drive to Survive delved into the strained relationship between Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes before his decision to depart. The seven-time world champion voiced frustration at the team’s disregard for his warnings concerning their inaugural car under Formula 1’s revised technical regulations in 2022. “I remember complaining to the team and being
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Ferrari Team Principal Frederic Vasseur opines that the team needs to move beyond the initial excitement surrounding the news of Lewis Hamilton’s arrival in 2025 and concentrate all their efforts on the upcoming season. Hamilton’s announcement of his departure from Mercedes after the 2024 season to join the Scuderia took the F1 world by surprise,
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The Mercedes W15 has stirred up significant interest in the F1 paddock during the initial phases of pre-season testing in Bahrain, particularly due to its front wing. There are lingering doubts surrounding the compliance of Mercedes’ F1 front wing design with the regulations set by the FIA, raising questions about its alignment with the “spirit
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Lewis Hamilton has taken steps to mend his relationship with Nico Rosberg through a heartfelt gesture towards his former rival’s daughters. The two, who were once childhood friends, saw their connection famously deteriorate during the 2016 F1 season. Hamilton and Rosberg had been competitors in junior competitions before their partnership at the Silver Arrows soured.
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