The FIA World Motor Sport Council has voted through changes to Formula 1’s aerodynamics rules for the 2019 season. It’s also okayed minor changes to the pre-race starting grid procedure in time for this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix. The aero changes are to the front wing, brake ducts, and rear wing with the intention of…
Month: November 2019
Spanish GP: Friday’s action in pictures
It was a busy start to the European leg of the season for teams and drivers, with a heavy workload for all given the upgrade cycle initiated in Barcelona. Here is out Friday gallery of the day’s action at the Circuit de Catalunya. 107 You may also like Japanese GP: Friday’s action in pictures Japanese…
Sainz Sr feels Alonso is growing frustrated with F1
It’s all starting to feel like Fernando Alonso will be heading to the exit at the end of the current season, with Carlos Sainz Sr chiming in on his countryman’s frustrations. Like the majority of his fans, Alonso was hoping to race higher up the field this season following McLaren switch from Honda to Renault…
Carey: ‘People tell me F1 is more fun than two years ago’
Formula 1 CEO Chase Carey says the sport has made undeniable progress since it was taken over by Liberty Media at the end of 2016. Two years ago, F1’s commercial rights holder set about on improving the show, both on and off the track, and while much work remains to be done, Carey believes Grand…
Hartley has the full backing of Toro Rosso, but does it matter?
Toro Rosso team manger Graham Watson says the Faenza-based squad has put its full support behind Brendon Hartley, although ultimately it may not matter. Montreal was another round to forget for the Kiwi whose promising race was over shortly after it started, when Lance Stroll lost control of his Williams and hit Hartley in Turn…
Scenes from the paddock – Monaco
It’s a speck of a territory and a ridiculously anachronic venue by Formula 1 standards, but Monaco’s glamour powerhouse lives on, year after year. Peering through the glitz and loudness, we’ve uncovered another collection of stolen moments, Monte Carlo style.
‘Proud’ Boullier sees potential for great racing at Paul Ricard
McLaren racing director Eric Boullier believes next weekend’s French Grand Prix at Paul Ricard will provide fans with a fantastic opportunity to witness some great racing. The Frenchman was part of the small but effective group of individuals that contributed to bringing back the classic event – last run in 2008 at Magny Cours –…
Hamilton deal ‘to be announced at Paul Ricard’
Lewis Hamilton’s long awaited Mercedes contract extension will be announced next weekend at the French Grand Prix, according to latest reports. It had originally been thought that the deal was a mere formality and would be in place before the first race of the season in March. But a rough start to the season which…
Briatore backs Hamilton to win title
With Ferrari having taken the lead in the both of the drivers and constructors championships, Mercedes has admitted that it is facing its toughest season yet in its bid to retain its Formula 1 crown. But while the Italian squad looks to have the upper hand approaching the midway point of the 2018 season, former…
Ocon hoping for race conditions that ‘can mix things up’
Esteban Ocon wants either blistering heat or a downpour this afternoon at Paul Ricard to boost his chances of a good result in the French Grand Prix. The Force India driver missed out on a spot in Q3 by a very narrow margin, but hailed the improvements achieved by the team after a difficult day…