Jolyon Palmer, a former Formula 1 driver, has expressed his belief that the combination of Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing is currently so dominant that other drivers in the field don’t make an effort to defend their positions when they see Verstappen approaching in their mirrors. However, Palmer anticipates that this mindset will change
MoreEx-Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer believes Mercedes’ new concept is showing “immediate results”, following races in Monaco and Spain. Following the cancellation of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, Mercedes introduced their eagerly awaited new concept at the Monaco Grand Prix, where Lewis Hamilton and George Russell finished fourth and fifth respectively. Hamilton in particular was
MoreEx-Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer doesn’t understand why Mercedes are introducing their new concept at this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix, a circuit where the Briton believes “you’re not gonna learn” much. The Circuit de Monaco is certainly unique, with the legendary street track being unbelievably narrow and bumpy, typically resulting in a precession. Mercedes were
MoreHeading into the Bahrain Grand Prix, not much was expected of McLaren, with the team already admitting that they had missed a number of targets in pre-season testing. The team had the season opener from hell however, with both of their cars struggling from different issues. Rookie Oscar Piastri was forced to retire from his
MoreEx-Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer believes Sergio Pérez has “no choice” but to “stay in favour with Red Bull”, even if team-mate Max Verstappen refuses to help out the Mexican like he did in Brazil last season. There is no doubt that Pérez has been an exceptional team-mate to Verstappen and an excellent driver for
MoreWith the first day of pre-season testing having been completed at the Bahrain International Circuit, Red Bull have been accused of giving Sergio Pérez the “best of the conditions”, with Max Verstappen having been used on the opening day. Whilst most teams opted to run both drivers during the opening day of testing, Red Bull
MoreDespite McLaren enduring a difficult start to the new regulations in 2022, Lando Norris was once again one of the shining stars of the sport. The Brit single handedly took the fight in the constructors’ championship to Alpine and finished above both Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon in the drivers’ championship. Norris was the only
MoreThe future looks bright for McLaren, as the team expect a brand new state-of-the-art wind tunnel facility to be operational next year in their bid to create a car capable of challenging for titles once again. Alongside their new technology, the team from Woking possess the services of one of the most sought-after drivers in
MoreSergio Perez is the ultimate teammate, with the recently nicknamed Mexican ‘Minister of Defence’ going above and beyond during his two years with Red Bull to help Max Verstappen to two drivers’ championships. Verstappen on the other hand seems unwilling to repay the favour, despite calling Perez a ‘legend’ and an ‘animal’ for his heroics
MoreWhilst Mercedes have fallen short of claiming either the Drivers’ or Constructors’ Championship, George Russell and Lewis Hamilton are still battling away to claim the honour of top Silver Arrow in the standings. After 20 races, Russell currently leads Hamilton by 15 points, ahead of the penultimate round of the championship this weekend. Whilst it’s
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