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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…

Wolff reveals how he learned of Hamilton’s shock F1 move to Ferrari

Magdalena Put1 year ago1 year ago010 mins

The news of Lewis Hamilton’s departure from Mercedes at the end of the 2024 season has sent shockwaves through the world of Formula 1. Hamilton’s decision comes as nothing short of a surprise, as the British driver looked set to remain with the Brackley-based squad for the foreseeable future, having signed a contract extension last…

Suzuka to remain on the F1 calendar until at least 2029

Ana Cordera1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Japan’s GP extension has been announced.

Felix Rosenqvist in his Meyer Shank Racing jacket

Rosenqvist: Meyer Shank Racing will “definitely have an advantage” on hybrid power when IndyCar introduces it during 2024

Luke-John Buckle1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Felix Rosenqvist is adamant that Meyer Shank Racing will be a step ahead of the rest of the field with the hybrid component of the power unit. The Swedish driver is switching to Meyer Shank Racing for the upcoming season, a team with a multitude of experience in racing with hybrid power. Rosenqvist is confident…

Haas reveals their 2024 F1 car and announces new technical structure under Komatsu; pessimistic about its chances at the start of the season: “Back of the grid, if not last”

Nicolas Lopes1 year ago1 year ago013 mins

Haas becomes the first team to show their new car ahead of the 2024 Formula 1 season, as they revealed their new car design philosophy and a revised livery that the VF-24 will carry throughout this year. The American squad also announced a new technical structure under the leadership of Ayao Komatsu, with the appointment…

Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari F1 contract length and salary revealed: 2+1 and 100 million dollars a year

Alessio Ciancola1 year ago1 year ago06 mins

Lewis Hamilton will be a Ferrari driver starting in 2025. The seven-time world champion has decided to leave Mercedes to wear red and join Charles Leclerc. Adventure whose details were explained by the well-known Italian journalist, Leo Turrini. Yesterday evening, what could be considered the coup of the century in F1 was made official: Lewis…

Zak Brown on benefits of ‘outstanding’ F1 cost cap: “I think the budget cap has had the intended consequences of making the field much more competitive”

David Coath1 year ago1 year ago08 mins

When Formula One introduced the cost cap at the start of the 2021 F1 season, one of its aims was to see it bring the field closer together. According to McLaren CEO Zak Brown, this is exactly what is happening – in qualifying at least. So much so that according to Brown, when he is…

Daly and Hunter-Reay to drive for Dreyer & Reinbold Racing with Cusick at the 500

Lucrezia Costa1 year ago1 year ago07 mins

The team founded by Dennis Reinbold will team up with Don Cusick to run two cars for the 108th running of the 500 set to take place in May, fielding a very experienced driver lineup for the massive event. 2012 IndyCar champion Ryan Hunter-Reay will be behind the wheel of car n°23, teaming up with…

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…

Official: Lewis Hamilton to join Scuderia Ferrari in 2025 as he confirms Mercedes F1 exit

James O'Connor1 year ago1 year ago06 mins

The bombshell news is now confirmed. Britain’s Lewis Hamilton is joining Scuderia Ferrari next year, agreeing on a multi-year deal. It will bring an end to a remarkable 11-year relationship with the works Mercedes team at the conclusion of the 2024 season. On Thursday afternoon UK time, the Mercedes staff at Brackley received confirmation of…