Ferrari is set to disrupt traditional Formula 1 team strategies by not designating a clear ‘number 1’ driver for the 2025 season, despite the arrival of racing superstar Lewis Hamilton to partner with Charles Leclerc. This unconventional move has caught the attention of racing icon Alain Prost, who expressed his reservations during a discussion on
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Toto Wolff, Mercedes’ team principal, provided a candid analysis of the team’s performance at the Bahrain Grand Prix, marking the beginning of the season. Despite high hopes fueled by positive feedback from Lewis Hamilton and George Russell about the W15 during pre-season testing, and a promising start in Thursday’s practice, the team struggled during the
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Valtteri Bottas, the Finnish Formula 1 driver, has openly stated he would sacrifice his distinctive mullet and moustache if it meant securing a return to the Mercedes team and reigniting his chances of competing for podiums and victories. Bottas, who raced for Mercedes from 2017 to 2021, achieving 10 Grand Prix wins, transitioned to Sauber
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George Russell has openly disputed Lewis Hamilton’s assertions about their car setups at the Bahrain Grand Prix, asserting that their Mercedes vehicles were notably similar in configuration. This commentary unfolds against the backdrop of Hamilton’s recent announcement that he will be transferring to Ferrari in 2025, marking his final year with Mercedes. The 2024 season’s
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Sky Sports reporter Ted Kravitz has indicated that Mercedes believes Kimi Antonelli has the potential to match the prowess of Charles Leclerc or even Max Verstappen, as the speculation surrounding who will succeed Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes for the 2025 Formula 1 season takes centre stage. In an interview with Sky Sports, Kravitz shared insights
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Formula 2 commentator Alex Jacques believes that putting Andrea Kimi Antonelli into a Mercedes 2025 seat, even if he clinches the F2 title, poses considerable risk. However, former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer urges Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff to “take the punt”. With Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari for the 2025 season, Wolff faces a significant
MoreToto Wolff has not dismissed the possibility of enlisting Kimi Antonelli to Mercedes next year but emphasised that a verdict on its lineup won’t be imminent. Mercedes is on the hunt for a new partner for George Russell following Lewis Hamilton’s decision to depart for rivals Ferrari. The vacancy at Mercedes will be hotly contested
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Charles Leclerc has pledged to approach Lewis Hamilton about a potential musical collaboration when they become teammates at Ferrari in F1 2025. An enthusiastic pianist, Leclerc surprised the F1 world earlier this month with the release of an EP in partnership with French artist Sofiane Pamart. Leclerc’s announcement coincided precisely with Hamilton’s confirmation, two weeks
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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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