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Fernando Alonso talked to the media in Abu Dhabi before Stella led McLaren F1 to title win

“I told him what Abu Dhabi took from our hands in 2010” — Alonso on motivating Stella before McLaren F1 title win

Senjuti Jash9 hours ago9 hours ago010 mins

McLaren won their first constructors’ championship since 1998 at the 2024 F1 season finale in Abu Dhabi after beating their historic rival, Ferrari. Amidst the jubilant celebrations, two-time world champion Fernando Alonso conveyed his congratulations to team principal Andrea Stella on McLaren F1 breaking their 26-year title drought. However, their journey in the past decade…

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

Ewout Albrecht14 hours ago14 hours 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 Persad18 hours ago14 hours 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 day ago1 day 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…

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

Ryan McGahey2 days ago2 days 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 Albrecht2 days ago2 days 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 Krausová3 days ago3 days 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…

F1 Testing | Leclerc leads Sainz in Abu Dhabi

James O'Connor3 days ago3 days ago03 mins

Tyre and young driver testing was the order of the day in Abu Dhabi as the gruelling 2024 F1 season finally reached its conclusion. The calendar consisted of 24 races, as well as 6 Sprints. Debuts There was debuts aplenty for drivers with their new teams: Carlos Sainz at Williams, Gabriel Bortoleto at Sauber, Esteban…

Charles Leclerc embracing teammate Carlos Sainz on the podium at F1 Abu Dhabi GP

“Really happy about the race but the disappointment is a lot bigger” — Leclerc on Ferrari losing the WCC at F1 Abu Dhabi GP

Senjuti Jash3 days ago3 days ago015 mins

As the chequered flag fell at the F1 Abu Dhabi GP, Charles Leclerc ended his 2024 season on a bittersweet note. Despite his storming recovery drive to the podium and his teammate Carlos Sainz finishing P2, Ferrari fell short of the championship by just 14 points. The Monégasque driver started the race weekend on the…

“I don’t feel pressure” — Doohan not concerned about 2025 after F1 bow at Abu Dhabi GP

Olivia Pursehouse3 days ago3 days ago012 mins

An early debut Jack Doohan made his official Formula 1 debut at the Abu Dhabi GP. The Australian was set to make his full-time debut for Alpine next season, but a late season driver switch saw Doohan taking the seat of Esteban Ocon prematurely. The 21-year-old finished his first Formula 1 race in 15th, finishing…