Ferrari entered 2025 hailed as dark-horse title contenders after signing Lewis Hamilton to partner Charles Leclerc. Six races later, they sit fourth, 152 points adrift of runaway leaders McLaren, and Damon Hill warns that team principal Fred Vasseur is “going to feel the heat.” Performance Gap Widens Aside from Leclerc’s podium in Saudi Arabia, the
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Mercedes’ W16 drew surprise and suspicion in Miami, especially from Williams driver Alex Albon, who questioned the legality of the car’s performance during Sprint qualifying. Albon Raises Eyebrows with Radio Comment Albon was following George Russell’s Mercedes when he radioed in, saying: “I don’t know how that Merc is legal.” Though no context was given,
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With Lewis Hamilton’s departure to Ferrari, George Russell steps into the role of Mercedes’ lead driver for the 2025 season. The team’s new contender, the W16, has undergone initial shakedown sessions at the Bahrain International Circuit, with Russell expressing cautious optimism. Team principal Toto Wolff has confidence in Russell’s capabilities, suggesting that with a “fairly
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Mercedes has officially launched its latest Formula 1 car, the W16, as the team looks to bounce back in 2025 following an underwhelming 2024 season. The unveiling marks a significant turning point for the Silver Arrows, as they prepare for their first season in over a decade without Lewis Hamilton, who has made the switch
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Red Bull’s technical director Pierre Waché has discussed the potential benefits of the team’s extra wind tunnel runs for the 2025 season, which they earned by finishing third in the Constructors’ Championship. This advantage could prove crucial in developing their car for the upcoming season, but Waché is careful not to underestimate the challenge. Maximizing
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Haas has inadvertently revealed its 2025 F1 car, the VF25, through leaked images that circulated online following a private shakedown at Silverstone. The images showcased a revamped design, including updated sidepods and a new rear wing. However, despite Haas’ longstanding relationship with Ferrari, the VF25 and Ferrari’s SF-25 will look very different this season. Distinct
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Red Bull’s 2024 Formula 1 season has been a dominant display of engineering excellence and strategic brilliance, largely driven by Max Verstappen’s relentless pursuit of success. However, recent reports suggest that the development of the RB20 has not been entirely smooth, with Red Bull’s legendary chief technical officer Adrian Newey admitting that certain design challenges
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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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Red Bull capitalised on a key advantage throughout the previous season: their impressive aero efficiency, rendering their car potent on straightaways. Their edge was particularly pronounced when activating the DRS, with the team meticulously honing the drag ratio of their mainplane and its synergy with the beam wing. In 2023, other teams like McLaren began
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Despite Red Bull team principal Christian Horner recently admitted that the side have some catching up to do ahead of 2026, Ford CEO Jim Farley believes the Austrians are actually “on track”. Ford are partnering Red Bull from 2026 onwards as a technical partner, with the American manufacturer to supply the Milton Keynes-based side with
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