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“A challenge” to get back to 2023 performance levels in F1 2025 — Lance Stroll on Aston Martin

Rebecca Malitz1 month ago1 month ago06 mins

Aston Martin began the 2024 season strongly, earning enough points in the early rounds to secure fifth place in the Constructors’ Championship, as Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso could fight for decent spots. They maintained their position in P5 throughout the season despite being out-developed and outpaced by competitors such as Haas and Alpine. Lack…

“Very grateful” — Colapinto on fulfilling F1 dream after Abu Dhabi GP

Ewout Albrecht1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

Gratefullness prevailed with Franco Colapinto after a disappointing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The young Argentine driver had to retire from the race after an engine issue. Race ruined thanks to contact with Piastri The Abu Dhabi GP was pretty much over before it started for Colapinto as he got clouted by Oscar Piastri into turn…

2024 a “bit of missed opportunity” for Williams F1 as team turns focus toward future — Albon

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago013 mins

Williams Racing’s Alexander Albon described missing out on a points finish at the Abu Dhabi GP as “a shame.” Close to points While speaking after his P11 finish in the final race of the 2024 season, Albon stated that while he hoped to finish in the top 10, he had struggled to maintain the temperature…

Alonso: Aston Martin “need to learn” from McLaren turnaround after nightmare 2024 F1 season

James O'Connor1 month ago1 month ago09 mins

Fernando Alonso finished his season on somewhat of a high as he crossed the line in P9 at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in his Aston Martin, fending off the McLaren of Oscar Piastri at the end of the race. Taking advantage at the start The collision between Piastri and Verstappen at turn 1 allowed…

Sette Câmara set for Formula E return, replacing Nato at Nissan for Berlin

Chiara Martin1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

Sergio Sette Câmara will make a Formula E race return, stepping in for Norman Nato at Nissan during the Berlin double-header, as the French driver prioritises his WEC commitment with Cadillac Racing at the São Paulo 6 Hours. Sergio Sette Câmara is expected to make his return to Formula E, stepping in for Norman Nato…

Piastri: McLaren winning the F1 Constructors’ Championship will only “sink in” when they return to Woking

Shermaine Wong1 month ago1 month ago012 mins

McLaren left the Abu Dhabi GP as the ultimate winners as they were crowned Constructors’ Champions, thanks to Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri behind the wheel. After an intense battle with Ferrari for the title, McLaren ended the season with the trophy for the first time since 1998. They were thrown out of the 2007…

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Liam Lawson: “A shame” that final race of 2024 F1 season ended in disappointment

Rohit Bhaskar1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

Liam Lawson’s outing at the Abu Dhabi GP marked an anti-climactic end to his 2024 season. The New Zealander’s race was compromised by pit stop issues, resulting in an early exit. Lawson started the race well, holding his position in the midfield battle as he was just outside the top 10. In fact, he got…

Bottas: Joining Sauber in F1 “was a mistake” as the team “had me over”

Ryan McGahey1 month ago1 month ago08 mins

Valtteri Bottas reflects on his poor final Grand Prix with Sauber in Abu Dhabi. The Finn also broke down the failings of the team over his three year stint as Hinwil. Valtteri Bottas suffered a point-less season in 2024, with the Finn finishing the season 22nd in the championship. Speaking after his final Grand Prix…

Ferrari officially announces F1 partnership with General Motors

Ewout Albrecht1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

Ferrari has officially announced their partnership with General Motors for the supply of power units and gearboxes. According to the press statement the deal is for multiple years, starting from 2026 onwards, subject to Andretti Formula Racing LLC receiving written confirmation of their acceptance into the Formula 1 championship. The mentioning of the Andretti name…

“You probably will see my face in this paddock” – Zhou on his F1 future

Anna Elizabeth Krausová1 month ago1 month ago08 mins

Zhou Guanyu didn’t have the easiest Formula 1 season in 2024, struggling with the car and only scoring precious points in one race out of twenty four. With his Sauber contract expiring this year, he was set to look for other options of the grid. Unfortunately, it seems the Chinese driver didn’t manage to secure…