Mercedes ace Lewis Hamilton has weighed in on Red Bull’s 2024 Formula 1 car following its performance during three days of pre-season testing. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez hit the track in Sakhir after the lengthy winter hiatus, showcasing a significantly revamped car that sparked much intrigue among observers. Hamilton, speaking post-test via The Athletic,
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Ralf Schumacher has stirred up excitement by suggesting that Sebastian Vettel, the four-time Formula 1 world champion, may be contemplating a remarkable return to the sport. Despite recent dismissal of such rumours by Sebastian’s brother Fabian, Ralf’s remarks to Sky Deutschland have reignited speculation. “I heard that Sebastian wants to drive a car again,” Schumacher
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Lando Norris has shared his thoughts on his recent contract extension with McLaren, which effectively rules out a potential move to Mercedes for the young British driver. Despite interest from Red Bull and Mercedes last year, Norris, 24, opted to solidify his allegiance to McLaren after securing seven podium finishes. The unexpected announcement of Lewis
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Carlos Sainz’s father was observed conversing with Red Bull executives during F1 preseason testing in Bahrain. Sainz is seeking a new position for 2025, as Lewis Hamilton is slated to replace him at Ferrari. The Spaniard clinched an F1 grand prix victory last year, the only non-Red Bull driver to do so, indicating he should
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Max Verstappen found himself unexpectedly sidelined by Christian Horner as the latter revealed his true favourite in the world of Formula 1. Despite assumptions that the reigning three-time world champion would hold the prime position in Horner’s affections, it was revealed in a surprising turn of events in the second episode of Netflix’s Drive to
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Red Bull has affirmed that Max Verstappen’s decision to stay with the team will hinge on performance rather than financial incentives, despite speculation about his future amid Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari. Verstappen, a three-time Formula 1 champion, remains contracted to Red Bull until 2028, encompassing two seasons under the forthcoming regulations. Helmut Marko, speaking
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Red Bull and Ferrari are already being hailed as the F1 frontrunners for 2024 following just two days of pre-season testing in Bahrain. The indications from Mercedes and others suggest they anticipate trailing behind their rivals as the season kicks off on the opening weekend of March. Historically, pre-season lap times have been considered unreliable
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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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