Sergio Perez driving the Red Bull RB20.
It is time for your latest fix of Formula 1 headlines, as the dust continues to settle on a thrilling British Grand Prix.
Toyota may not have been a name you expected to hear, but they have made it to today’s headlines due to rumors of a remarkable return to F1. Simultaneously, Martin Brundle suggests an alternative Red Bull driver option as Sergio Perez’s comeback is being speculated. Let’s delve deeper into these matters.
Could Toyota return to Formula 1 with Haas?
In 2009, Toyota decided to end their Formula 1 project and bid farewell to the series. However, there is now speculation of a surprising return by the Japanese manufacturer in 2025.
There are reports from various reputable F1 publications indicating that Toyota is considering a return to the sport and has engaged in discussions with Haas regarding a potential partnership for this purpose.
Read more – Toyota F1 return rumours swirl with F1 partnership mooted for 2025
Martin Brundle proposes Liam Lawson to Red Bull
Despite Perez signing a new multi-year Red Bull deal, which was expected to put an end to all speculation about his future, recent poor performances have reignited discussions about his form.
However, although this has revitalized the Daniel Ricciardo comeback story, Brundle emphasized that Liam Lawson, the current Red Bull reserve, is the top choice to take any available spot in the main team.
Read more – Martin Brundle casts verdict on second Red Bull seat with Carlos Sainz pitfalls identified
Pierre Gasly suggests ‘something missing’ for Sergio Perez
Pierre Gasly, a skilled driver, can relate firsthand to the intense pressure and speculation currently surrounding Perez.
After facing difficulties competing against Max Verstappen, the Frenchman was demoted back to the junior team during the summer break in 2019, following his brief stint with Red Bull.
Looking at Perez’s F1 2024 challenges, Gasly acknowledges that “there is evidently a crucial element that is absent.”
Read more – ‘Something is missing’ – Pierre Gasly suggests cause behind Sergio Perez’s Red Bull struggles
Yuki Tsunoda reveals Pierre Gasly and Daniel Ricciardo team-mate value
In 2021, Yuki Tsunoda entered the world of Formula 1 as a member of Red Bull’s second team, partnering with Gasly as his first teammate. Then, in the middle of 2023, Daniel Ricciardo joined the team and took his place on the opposite side of the garage.
In an interview with PlanetF1.com, Tsunoda expressed how both individuals contributed to his growth as a driver, making them the perfect teammates during that specific phase of his Formula 1 journey.
Read more – Yuki Tsunoda’s Daniel Ricciardo admission with comparison made to Pierre Gasly
Toto Wolff reveals Mercedes message to Alpine in power unit talks
Recently, there have been reports indicating that Alpine, who currently benefits from works team status with the Renault power unit, might be considering relinquishing this position and transitioning into a customer team.
Toto Wolff, the principal of Mercedes, has officially acknowledged that there were “exploratory discussions” between Mercedes and Alpine regarding the possibility of Mercedes supplying power units to Alpine. Mercedes has expressed their willingness to consider such a deal with an open mind.
Read more – Mercedes message to Alpine revealed by Toto Wolff in ‘complicated’ power unit talks
