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“For me, it’s clear” — Vasseur doubles down on his feelings about the illegality of McLaren’s F1 rear wing design as FIA intervenes

Syrine Ferchichi2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, onboard videos emerged of the Mclaren cars where it appeared that their low downforce rear wings seemed to be flexing to help open up the slot gap, effectively reducing drag to improve top speed. Anticipation grew ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix regarding whether the teams would be raising complaints…

F1 | Singapore GP | FP2 | Norris and Leclerc well clear of the field as Russell crashes

James O'Connor2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Lando Norris led the way in FP2 as McLaren continued their strong recent form. On the mediums and hards used early in the session, Charles Leclerc led the way from teammate Carlos Sainz by almost 0.3s, with Alex Albon impressing in P3 as Williams continued to show very strong speed. The Thai driver took over…

McLaren F1 rear wing to be modified after FIA intervention

Gabriel Diamante2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

After the stir of the rear wing flap seemingly opening during the Azerbaijan GP for McLaren, Red Bull and Ferrari have criticized how the wing flexes, bending the edges and opening the slot gap, which doesn’t comply with FIA regulations. Which then came into an end Thursday evening of the Singapore Grand Prix when the…

“The decision will be announced after Singapore” — Marko and Bayer discuss Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 future

Chiara Martin2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

Rumours surrounding Daniel Ricciardo’s seat at Visa Cash App RB have escalated, with reports, including Ralf Schumacher, seemingly confirming the Singapore Grand Prix to be Ricciardo’s last race. This suggests that the Australian driver may be replaced by Liam Lawson after this weekend’s event. Despite Ricciardo’s return to Formula 1 in 2023 at the Hungarian…

Verstappen to face public service work following use of swear word in F1 press conference

James O'Connor2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Max Verstappen will be a busy man at the conclusion of the 2024 season as he faces public service work following comments in the pre-event press conference at the Singapore Grand Prix. Speaking on Thursday about his forgettable weekend in Baku, the Dutchman used the F-word to describe it. That did not go down well…

F1 | Singapore GP | FP1 | Leclerc ahead of Norris and Sainz in a quiet session

Lucrezia Costa2 months ago06 mins

It’s time for the first practise session of the weekend in Singapore. Before the beginning of the session, latest GP winner Oscar Piastri’s rear left wheel got stuck on his McLaren car during pit stop practise. The papaya team hopes that the issue will be solved by the end of the session, in order to…

F1 Azerbaijan GP performance one of “the top three” in my career to date — Gasly

James O'Connor2 months ago2 months ago08 mins

Pierre Gasly has labelled his performance in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as one of his best in his racing career. The 28-year-old had been disqualified on Saturday for a fuel mass flow breach, leaving him at the back of the grid when the race got going. He cleared the Saubers and Daniel Ricciardo, and he…

Red Bull F1’s Sergio Pérez “surprised” MCL38 rear wing declared “legal” but insists that team “just have to focus” on themselves

Karishma Persad2 months ago010 mins

Despite a promising Saturday qualifying session which earned him a P4 starting position, ahead of his teammate and current leader in the World Drivers’ Championship Max Verstappen, Sergio ‘Checo’ Pérez’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend was, ultimately, a disappointing one, with the Oracle Red Bull Racing driver unable to finish the race due to a shared-fault…

“There is a racial element there” — Lewis Hamilton on FIA President’s words about F1 drivers swearing and comparing it to rappers

Jonah Presser2 months ago05 mins

Lewis Hamilton had some choice words to say about some choice words that were delivered by FIA President Mohammad Ben Sulayem. Earlier this week, Ben Sulayem came under fire as he tried to convince drivers to stop swearing on the radio and try to end broadcasting by FOM of such words on the live feed….

“I think there are other priorities for the FIA to look at at the moment” – F1 drivers push back against FIA President’s swearing concerns

Chiara Martin2 months ago09 mins

The ongoing debate around swearing in Formula 1 radio communications has sparked strong reactions from drivers, with Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, and Sergio Pérez all weighing in on the matter ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix. The controversy follows a recent push from FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem to limit the amount of…