Rachel Stephens, Author at Motorsport | Pit Debrief

Hamilton: I “sacrificed more than I hoped to” with set-up change after qualifying 9th for F1 Bahrain GP

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

The lights illuminated the Bahrain International Circuit for the first qualifying session of the 2024 Formula One season and seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton made it to Q3, finishing in a disappointing 9th place. With a different leader for each of the weekend’s practice sessions: Daniel Ricciardo for FP1, Lewis Hamilton in FP2 and earlier today…

Ricciardo says RB F1 “definitely have some work to do to establish ourselves at the front of the midfield” following pre-season testing in Bahrain

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago06 mins

Today saw the concluding session of pre-season testing for the 2024 Formula 1 season. RB F1’s Daniel Ricciardo completed 209 laps throughout testing and referenced this morning’s issues with the drain cover. “Yeah, there was that issue this morning on track, obviously with the drain,” Ricciardo noted, addressing the hiccup that briefly threatened to change the…

Hamilton and Russell claim Mercedes W15 is “not the diva that it was in the last two years” following first two days of F1 testing

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Despite the fresh news of Lewis Hamilton’s departure from Mercedes at the end of this year, some more positive news comes for the team with the performance of their W15 car in the pre-season testing sessions that have occurred thus far. Seven-time World Champion and seasoned driver of the Bahrain track, Hamilton wasted no time…

Verstappen and Perez address Horner allegations at RB20 F1 launch: “The main goal is remembering that we are here for racing”

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Red Bull Racing drivers Max Verstappen and Checo Perez have finally spoken out about the allegations, and the effect that they have had on the team and the RB20 car launch.

Toto Wolff claims “there are no bad feelings” towards Fred Vasseur after Hamilton’s stunning Ferrari F1 move

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

Every alliance has its expiration date, but the recent bombshell news that Lewis Hamilton is leaving Mercedes has shaken the paddock, concluding the 11-year love affair between the driver and the Silver Arrows. Team principal Toto Wolff confirmed Hamilton’s departure, expressing his pride and acceptance of the decision, a decision that not only marks the…

Oliver Bearman secures reserve role at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team for 2024

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

Amidst the pre-season drama and speculation that has been occurring within the Formula 1 sphere, 18-year-old Oliver Bearman has secured a spot as an Official Reserve Driver for MoneyGram Haas F1 Team in the much-awaited 2024 season. A rising star from the Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy, Bearman is set to rev things up and showcase…

Damon Hill worries that F1 racing in Madrid is “going in the direction of Formula E”

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Although the Spanish capital is no doubt a picturesque setting for formula racing, Alarm bells have been set off in the mind of 1996 world champion Damon Hill.

Bearman, Leclerc, and Weug: Ferrari announces rising star trio for 2024

Rachel Stephens1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

The Prancing Horse has unveiled their strategic line-up of reserve and development drivers, showcasing experienced racers and emerging stars who are ready to work alongside Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, hoping to leave their tyre marks on the upcoming season.