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“I knew about it for two weeks” — Lawson on RB F1’s decision to give him the second seat

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago012 mins

On Thursday, after several days of intense speculation, and amid heavy criticism from fans and pundits alike, Visa Cash App RB Formula One Team (VCARB or RB) formally announced that eight-time race Grand Prix winner, Daniel Ricciardo would be leaving the team with immediate effect. Minutes later, a subsequent media release confirmed that Ricciardo would…

Liam Lawson to drive with RB for the rest of the 2024 F1 season

James O'Connor2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

22-year-old Liam Lawson is back in Formula One. The New Zealander is replacing Daniel Ricciardo at RB F1 for the final six races of this year’s campaign. He’ll start at the United States Grand Prix at COTA next month. Pit Debrief learned from a source on the Saturday of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that Lawson…

Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 career set to end as he loses RB seat

James O'Connor2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

The Formula One career of 8-time Grand Prix winner Daniel Ricciardo looks to have come to a close. RB F1 has confirmed that the Australian will step aside as Liam Lawson is going to take over for the remainder of the 2024 season, starting at the United States Grand Prix next month. Pit Debrief learned…

“If this is it, I’m proud of the career” — Daniel Ricciardo on F1 Singapore GP race

Chiara Martin2 months ago010 mins

Daniel Ricciardo’s race at the Singapore Grand Prix was anything but conventional. Starting on soft tyres and ultimately finding himself out of the points, the Australian driver was called in for a final stop towards the end, securing the fastest lap in a dramatic twist to his day. Reflecting on the race, Ricciardo revealed his…

“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…

Audi with multiple options regarding F1 seat alongside Hülkenberg — Binotto

Ghazlan Atqiya Firmansyah2 months ago07 mins

With the 2025 grid almost finalized, the soon-to-be Audi team has yet to decide who will partner Nico Hülkenberg next season. Initially, Carlos Sainz was tipped to join the Hinwil-based team before the Spaniard ultimately decided to join Williams instead following the uncertainty about the competitiveness of the project. Finalising their lineup for next year…

“You’ve got to put your actions where your words are” – Vowles on promoting Colapinto from own academy

Ewout Albrecht3 months ago3 months ago016 mins

One of the main talking points leading up to this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix is of course Logan Sargeant’s exit from Formula 1 and his replacement Franco Colapinto joining Williams. Team principal James Vowles provided some insights into the decision making process during his press appearance on Friday, explaining why Colapinto was preferred over Liam…

Daniel Ricciardo on his future in F1: “If I perform, I’m good”

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago07 mins

With nine races remaining in the 2024 Formula 1 season, Daniel Ricciardo faces questions about his future in the sport, particularly within the Red Bull family. In his Italian GP media session, the Australian driver addressed these uncertainties and shared his mindset as he navigates this crucial period. When asked if he was confident about…

“I think he deserves a chance” Wolff says on possibility of Schumacher returning to F1 with Williams

Ryan McGahey3 months ago05 mins

Following a rocky start to the season for William’s Logan Sargeant, Mercedes’ Toto Wolff and Red Bull’s Christian Horner weigh in on rumours of a mid season replacement for the young American. Following a series of poor performance and expensive crashes, the most recent coming at last weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix weekend, rumours have suggested…

Ricciardo reaffirms commitment to Red Bull amid Lawson’s potential F1 promotion – “I’m most happy being back here”

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago010 mins

Daniel Ricciardo has addressed recent remarks made by Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko, who suggested that Liam Lawson is set for a promotion to a full-time seat in Formula 1 for the 2025 season. In light of this development, Ricciardo has clarified his intentions, stating that he is not actively seeking opportunities outside the Red…