Daniel Ricciardo sends Sergio Perez message with Red Bull ‘expecting more’ verdict

In Barcelona, Daniel Ricciardo gears up for the commencement of the Spanish Grand Prix in 2024. Daniel Ricciardo has warned Sergio Perez that Red Bull “are expecting a bit more” from Max Verstappen’s team-mate amid mounting rumours of a mid-season F1 2024 seat swap. Despite signing a new two-year contract with Red Bull as recently …

Charles Leclerc spots one caveat despite topping both practice sessions at Imola GP

Charles Leclerc dominated both of Friday’s practice sessions at Imola. Charles Leclerc finished top of the standings in both free practice sessions at Imola on Friday, but believes “conditions will change massively” come Saturday. With that, he urged Ferrari to beat their rivals to the punch and react the best of anyone, with a change …

Helmut Marko addresses Max Verstappen to Mercedes ‘speculation’ with pace warning

Helmut Marko shares his thoughts on the rumors surrounding Max Verstappen’s potential move to Mercedes. Although much of the talk in the lead-up to F1’s summer break relates to Sergio Perez, Helmut Marko is well aware there’s still speculation about Max Verstappen but speculation is “all” it is. Following on from Lewis Hamilton’s announcement he’s …

McLaren and Red Bull rivalry continues with rumoured FIA involvement – F1 news round-up

Max Verstappen takes the lead over Lando Norris in Austria, moments before unfortunate events unfold. Wednesday’s fast-paced F1 news roundup features McLaren boss Zak Brown reopening his war of words with Red Bull ahead of this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix, the 13th round of the F1 2024 season. How about: “Let’s zoom through today’s top …

Williams tease more driver news ‘in next few weeks’ with Logan Sargeant at ‘risk’ of axe

Williams is expected to replace Logan Sargeant for the year 2025. James Vowles has warned Logan Sargeant that he is “at risk” of losing his Williams seat, with the team aiming to finalise their F1 2025 driver line-up within weeks. Williams announced ahead of this weekend’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix that lead driver Alex Albon …

Mercedes release W15 aero chief Gioacchino Vino after six-year stay

The Mercedes logo is found in the Miami garage. Mercedes has parted ways with a senior member of staff in chief aerodynamicist Gioacchino Vino after more than six years with the team. After several recent departures from Mercedes’ Brackley base, the team has decided to end their association with Gioacchino ‘Jack’ Vino, the chief aerodynamicist, …

’20 years younger’ – Ferrari tipped to ‘galvanise’ Lewis Hamilton after Mercedes ‘decline’

Could Lewis Hamilton’s long winless streak finally come to an end in F1 2025 with Ferrari? Former Ferrari driver Ivan Capelli has predicted that Lewis Hamilton will look “20 years younger” when he joins the Scuderia in F1 2025, having struggled to cope with Mercedes’ recent “technical decline.” Hamilton announced in February that he will …

George Russell identified as potential surprise target for F1 2026 move – report

The image shows George Russell, a Mercedes driver, on the grid prior to the commencement of the Austrian Grand Prix in 2024. Mercedes driver George Russell could emerge a surprise contender to race for Audi in F1 2026 if the German manufacturer is unable to secure top target Carlos Sainz, it has been claimed. Sainz …

Aston Martin boss hits out at ‘disrespectful’ and ‘unfair’ comment made about Lance Stroll

Lewis Hamilton collides with Lando Norris, Lance Stroll, and Fernando Alonso at Turn 1. Not only has Mike Krack denied that Aston Martin protect Lance Stroll no matter what, he says the criticism the Canadian faces from outside the team is “unfair”. Lance Stroll is arguably the most secure driver on the F1 grid after …

Emilia Romagna GP: Ferrari upgrades fire Charles Leclerc to P1 as Max Verstappen struggles in FP1

At Imola, Charles Leclerc takes on the track with determination in the enhanced SF-24. Charles Leclerc delighted Ferrari’s Tifosi as he topped the timesheets in FP1 for the Imola Grand Prix, a tenth up on Mercedes’ George Russell. During FP1, while all teams except RB presented numerous upgrades, there was a brief interruption when Alex …