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Exclusive: Xavier Marcos Padros on the leadership styles of Ferrari F1 team principals Binotto and Vasseur

Rachel Stephens4 weeks ago4 weeks ago08 mins

In the third part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Xavier Marcos Padros, current technical director of Cadillac’s LMDh sportscar program, discussed the different leadership styles of Ferrari F1 team principals Mattia Binotto and Fred Vasseur. Working at Ferrari F1 from 2018 to 2024, and as Charles Leclerc’s race engineer, Marcos Padros noted that…

At the end of 2025 F1 testing in Bahrain, Leclerc and Hamilton believe Ferrari have some work to do despite the progress they have made.

F1 Testing | Leclerc and Hamilton believe Ferrari have “work to do” despite “strong progress” after final day

Senjuti Jash4 weeks ago4 weeks ago014 mins

On the final day of F1 pre-season testing, Ferrari completed 113 laps in total around the Bahrain International Circuit, with Charles Leclerc getting behind the wheel of the SF-25 in the morning and Lewis Hamilton in the afternoon. Barring a brief interruption caused by debris on track that brought out the red flag, the Italian…

2025 Bahrain F1 Pre-Season Testing | Day 3 AM | Leclerc leads from Antonelli and Norris

Lucrezia Costa4 weeks ago4 weeks ago014 mins

The final day of 2025 F1 Testing is officially beginning under the shining Bahrain sun. Weather conditions are, in fact, the opposite of yesterday, during which rain hindered the potential of some drivers’ track time. Hour 1 Verstappen and Hadjar were the first drivers out on track. Alonso returned to the pits shortly after and…

Although second day of F1 testing in Bahrain was positive for Hamilton, his Ferrari teammate Leclerc found it challenging due to adverse weather conditions.

F1 Testing | Hamilton and Leclerc on “positive” but “tricky” second day for Ferrari

Senjuti Jash4 weeks ago4 weeks ago09 mins

The second day of F1 pre-season testing saw Charles Leclerc behind the wheel of the SF-25 in the PM session once more as Ferrari completed their scheduled programme at the Bahrain International Circuit. With light rain coming down a couple of times, the Monégasque driver concluded the session with 84 laps around the track. His…

Carlos Sainz behind the wheel for Williams during F1 pre-season testing 2025

2025 Bahrain F1 Pre-Season Testing | Day 2 PM | Sainz sets the pace amid afternoon lockups and spins

Magdalena Put4 weeks ago4 weeks ago09 mins

After an hour-long lunch break, F1 returns for the afternoon session on the second day of pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit. Most of the drivers will now be switching out and handing the car over to their teammates. However, Liam Lawson and Carlos Sainz will be getting back behind the wheel for Red…

After Day 1 of F1 testing in Bahrain, Leclerc has expressed caution about drawing any early conclusions regarding the performance of the Ferrari SF-25

F1 Testing | Leclerc issues caution against “early” conclusions after first day with the SF-25

Senjuti Jash1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

Ferrari have completed their first day of F1 2025 pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, with Charles Leclerc getting behind the wheel of the SF-25 in the afternoon session. The Maranello-based squad had kicked off their testing programme earlier in the morning with their newest recruit, Lewis Hamilton. The seven-time world champion completed 70…

Xavier Marcos Padros with Ferrari F1 driver Charles Leclerc, and he discusses how he expects the Monegasque to fare against Lewis Hamilton.

Exclusive: Xavier Marcos Padros “curious” to see how Hamilton fares against “high level” Leclerc at Ferrari F1

Rachel Stephens1 month ago1 month ago07 mins

In the second part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Xavier Marcos Padros, current technical director of Cadillac’s LMDh sportscar program, discussed his journey to, with, and from Ferrari, alongside the future of the team, with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton in red. The journey to Ferrari and Tifosi culture Despite getting his first…

Exclusive: Xavier Marcos Padros reflects on working with Charles Leclerc at Scuderia Ferrari F1

Exclusive: Xavier Marcos Padros reflects on working with “special” Ferrari F1 driver Charles Leclerc

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago023 mins

In the first part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Xavier Marcos Padros, current technical director of Cadillac’s LMDh sportscar program, discussed his time as F1 race engineer for Charles Leclerc at Scuderia Ferrari. After an impressive 2018 season with Sauber, Leclerc joined Scuderia Ferrari in 2019, partnering with four-time world champion, Sebastian Vettel….

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Hamilton expecting tough task to beat Leclerc at his “home” with Ferrari F1

Shermaine Wong1 month ago1 month ago012 mins

The 2025 F1 season marks the start of the journey for Lewis Hamilton with Scuderia Ferrari, alongside Charles Leclerc. The 7-time world champion ended his 12-season long campaign with Mercedes in 2024. He will now drive alongside Charles Leclerc in the Scuderia and the expectations are high. With 7 champions under his belt, many question…

Pit Debrief writers predict who will win the 2025 F1 Drivers' Championship. Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, George Russell, Oscar Piastri, Lewis Hamilton, Liam Lawson and Kimi Antonelli are all included.

Pit Debrief writers predict who will win the 2025 F1 World Drivers’ Championship

Editorial Staff1 month ago1 month ago031 mins

Ahead of a new Formula 1 season, Pit Debrief writers are predicting who will come out on top in the 2025 F1 World Drivers’ Championship. Max Verstappen — Rachel Stephens Let’s talk about our most recent world champion, shall we? With a great (but not the best!) car in 2024, Max Verstappen still managed to…