Ex-Formula 1 driver Anthony Davidson believes that George Russell is still Mercedes’ and Lewis Hamilton’s “understudy”, something Russell recognises in the Sky Sports F1 pundit’s opinion. Russell and Hamilton have raced close together in the last two races, with the seven-time World Champion having come out on top in both Singapore and Japan. Hamilton would’ve
MoreEx-Formula 1 driver Anthony Davidson believes a “hierarchy” still exists at Mercedes, but that George Russell “can’t argue” about being the “understudy”. Russell became infuriated last weekend at the Japanese Grand Prix when battling with team-mate Lewis Hamilton, initially for P8. The pair spent most of the race battling each other rather than their rivals,
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Anthony Davidson found it interesting that Red Bull struggled so much at the Singapore Grand Prix last weekend, with it having been a venue where Mercedes previously struggled when they were the sport’s dominant side. Red Bull’s 15-race winning streak came to an end at the Marina Bay Circuit last Sunday, where
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Anthony Davidson believes Max Verstappen’s crash with Lewis Hamilton at the 2021 Italian Grand Prix “taught” the Dutchman a lesson, as he showed that he’s matured considerably at Monza on Sunday. Back in 2021 when fighting Hamilton for the title, Verstappen launched over the top of Hamilton’s car on the exit of
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Formula 1 can be a contentious sport at times, with on-track rivalries and controversial moments sparking sometimes divisive debates between fans. Free Practice 3 in Monaco saw another argument break out, this time during an on-air discussion with Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft and pundit Jenson Button. The unusual element of their debate was
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Sergio Perez was unable to convert his second pole position of the season into victory on Sunday at the Miami Grand Prix, with the Mexican having been overtaken by team-mate Max Verstappen in the closing laps of the race. It was a mixed afternoon for Checo at the Miami International Autodrome, with the 33-year-old having
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Despite Lewis Hamilton having effectively confirmed ahead of the Australian Grand Prix that he won’t be leaving Mercedes anytime soon, rumours continue to circulate that the seven-time World Champion could still leave the Germans at the end of 2023. Hamilton’s contract situation is a daily talking point currently, with the 38-year-old still yet to actually
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Anthony Davidson has warned Lewis Hamilton against reacting in a similar fashion to double World Champion Fernando Alonso, who is well-known for having switched teams at terrible times. Some of Alonso’s career moves have been very questionable, with the Spaniard having left Renault for McLaren in 2007, before suddenly returning to Renault
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Porpoising was a major issue that was encountered by teams last season, as the aerodynamics surrounding the new regulations caused the cars to bounce. While teams like Mercedes, who suffered heavily with the bouncing last season, appear to have fixed the problem heading into 2023, others seem to still be struggling. When Charles Leclerc and
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Formula 1 pre-season testing is arguably known for three things, new cars, new drivers, and unpredictable conversations in the commentary box! Maybe the final thing isn’t what it’s best known for, but it’s certainly a typical highlight. With there often being only a couple of cars on the circuit, those in the commentary box can
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