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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Ftoto-wolff.jpg "Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024")
Wolff sees advantages in a challenging 2024 for Mercedes
Not performing exceptionally well in 2024 might actually offer "advantages" for a leading Formula 1 team like Mercedes, according to team principal Toto Wolff.Sep 18, 15:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fdaniel-ricciardo.jpg "Daniel Ricciardo on September 1, 2024")
Ricciardo to compete in Singapore despite Lawson rumours
Red Bull-owned F1 team RB has swiftly responded to rumours suggesting that Daniel Ricciardo might not be competing in Singapore this weekend.Sep 18, 15:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fadrian-newey_1.jpg "Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024")
Verstappen supports Newey's claims of British F1 media bias
Max Verstappen has expressed full support for departing Red Bull figure Adrian Newey regarding claims about bias in the British media's coverage of Formula 1.Sep 18, 14:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fluca-de-meo.jpg "Luca de Meo pictured on June 23, 2024")
CEO de Meo agrees to talks with angry Alpine F1 staff
The protests by frustrated Renault F1 engine staff appear to have led to action and hope.Sep 18, 14:21
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fchristian-horner.jpg "Christian Horner pictured in August 2024")
Red Bull's car issues traced back to 2023, reveals boss
Christian Horner has acknowledged that Red Bull's current difficulties with car handling have been developing for more than a year.Sep 17, 17:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F42%2Fjos-verstappen.jpeg "Jos Verstappen at the United States GP on October 20, 2023")
Jos Verstappen reportedly shakes hands on 2026 F1 deal
Long before his current contract expires, Red Bull has plenty of reason to be concerned about keeping Max Verstappen.Sep 17, 17:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fjames-vowles.jpg "Williams chief James Vowles pictured in July 2024")
Vowles hints at Audi future for rookie Colapinto
James Vowles has admitted that Sauber, now under full Audi ownership, might be a viable option for standout rookie Franco Colapinto in 2025.Sep 17, 16:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Fgeorge-russell.jpg "Mercedes driver George Russell on September 15, 2024")
Russell slams Pirelli's 2024 tyres
George Russell has openly criticised the performance of Pirelli's tyres in Formula 1 for 2024.Sep 17, 16:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F19%2F18%2Fmclaren.jpg "Carlos Sainz Jr in action for McLaren in April 2019")
McLaren's 'mini DRS' rear wing under scrutiny after Baku
The legality of McLaren's rear wing design may now be attracting attention in the Formula 1 world.Sep 17, 15:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fliam-lawson.jpg "Liam Lawson on September 1, 2024")
Lawson set to replace Ricciardo from Singapore, rumours suggest
There are rumours swirling that Daniel Ricciardo may have already raced in Formula 1 for the final time, as Red Bull is believed to be preparing an announcement regarding its second F1 team's driver lineup. Sep 17, 15:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fhelmut-marko.jpg "Helmut Marko pictured in August 2024")
Constructors' title hopes dwindling, says 'honest' Marko
Helmut Marko, the top advisor for the Red Bull F1 team, has conceded that the team's chances of winning the constructors' championship are slipping.Sep 17, 08:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Flando-norris.jpg "Lando Norris arrives at Monza on August 28, 2024")
Expert says McLaren no longer needs 'payapa rules'
Lando Norris is under increasing pressure as he continues his quest for the 2024 drivers' world championship.Sep 17, 07:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Ffranco-colapinto.jpg "Franco Colapinto pictured on September 14, 2024")
Colapinto emerges as contender for Audi-Sauber seat
A new rookie contender has potentially entered the fight for the final Formula 1 race seat in 2025.Sep 17, 07:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F23%2Fsergio-perez.JPG "Sergio Perez during practice on June 7, 2024")
F1 drivers criticise FIA for handling of Sainz-Perez crash
Three veteran Formula 1 drivers have criticised the FIA for how it managed the Sergio Perez-Carlos Sainz crash in the closing moments of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.Sep 17, 06:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F48%2Fflavio-briatore.jpeg "Flavio Briatore at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 26, 2023")
Azerbaijan eyes F1 contract extension after 2026
Promoters of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix are intent on keeping the event on the Formula 1 calendar beyond the expiry of the current contract in 2026.Sep 17, 06:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fmax-verstappen.jpg "Max Verstappen pictured on September 1, 2024")
Verstappen regrets lack of 2025 seat for impressive Colapinto
Formula 1's newest rookies are receiving significant praise from two of the sport's most experienced and respected drivers.Sep 15, 12:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fflavio-briatore.jpg "Flavio Briatore pictured on September 1, 2024")
Briatore 'furious' after assessing Alpine's situation
Flavio Briatore admits he was "furious" upon realising just a few months ago the extent of the decline of Formula 1's Enstone-based team.Sep 15, 11:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Falex-albon.jpg "Alex Albon on September 1, 2024")
Colapinto's Baku success almost derailed by ear injury
Franco Colapinto's remarkable Q3 appearance at Baku, where he out-qualified his teammate Alex Albon, was nearly derailed before it even started.Sep 15, 11:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F25%2Fmax-verstappen_1.JPG "Red Bull's Max Verstappen reacts after finishing second in qualifying on June 22, 2024")
Flexi wing could explain Red Bull's Baku boost
A more flexible front wing could be playing a significant role in Red Bull's uptick in performance this weekend on the streets of Baku.Sep 15, 10:25
Upgrades ease Red Bull 'panic mode' at Baku GP
Red Bull appears to have left "panic mode" behind in Baku, as new car upgrades are starting to alleviate the handling problems that were threatening Max Verstappen's world championship challenge.Sep 14, 14:45
No more F1 race appearances for Newey in 2024
Adrian Newey's role in Red Bull's Formula 1 efforts appears to be coming to a definitive end.Sep 14, 14:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fvaltteri-bottas.jpg "Valtteri Bottas pictured on September 1, 2024")
Bottas should consider Indycar as backup for 2025 - Salo
Valtteri Bottas may need to keep his racing career going by transitioning to Indycar for 2025.Sep 14, 13:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fkevin-magnussen.jpg "Kevin Magnussen pictured on September 1, 2024")
Komatsu confirms Magnussen will finish 2024 season
Team principal Ayao Komatsu has confirmed that Kevin Magnussen will be back in his Haas car next weekend for the Singapore Grand Prix.Sep 14, 13:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fnikita-mazepin.jpg "Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2024")
EU removes Nikita Mazepin from sanctions list
The road to a potential return to Formula 1 for Nikita Mazepin continues to clear.Sep 14, 12:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fcarlos-sainz.jpg "Carlos Sainz pictured in July 2024")
Sainz woke up with neck injury at Baku GP
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix has been quite literally a pain in the neck for Carlos Sainz in 2024 so far..Sep 14, 12:10
Red Bull at risk of losing Verstappen to Aston, says Marko
Dr. Helmut Marko acknowledges the genuine possibility that Red Bull might part ways with Max Verstappen in favor of Aston Martin.Sep 13, 11:35
Formula 1 grapples with limited reserve drivers in Baku
The Formula 1 world is encountering a shortage of reserve drivers for the upcoming race weekend in Baku.Sep 13, 11:00
Marko sets podium as Red Bull's realistic aim for Baku
Dr. Helmut Marko concedes that achieving "perhaps a podium" could be Red Bull's most attainable objective for the Baku Grand Prix.Sep 13, 10:25
Alpine staff intensify protests against Renault F1 engine axe
Dissatisfied Renault Formula 1 employees are intensifying their protests in response to the French manufacturer's decision to discontinue its official Formula 1 engine program.Sep 13, 09:50
Marko laughs at McLaren's decision on Piastri and Norris
Senior figures at Red Bull have admitted they are closely following the developments regarding their 2024 championship rival, McLaren.Sep 13, 09:15
Bottas and Bortoleto face off for last '25 F1 grid spot
The last significant vacancy for the 2025 Formula 1 season is shaping into a two-way contest between experienced driver Valtteri Bottas and rookie Gabriel Bortoleto.Sep 13, 08:39
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F31%2Fzak-brown.jpeg "Zak Brown at the Canadian GP on June 18, 2023")
Honda, Renault face fines for F1 budget cap violations
Honda and Alpine (Renault), two of Formula 1's engine suppliers, could face financial penalties for breaking the budget cap rules last year.Sep 12, 19:40
Norris' nerves could derail his F1 title hopes in '24
A former Red Bull driver is predicting a major shift in the Formula 1 hierarchy this weekend at the Baku Grand Prix.Sep 12, 19:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F10%2Fmax-verstappen_1.jpg "Red Bull's Max Verstappen after winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 2, 2024")
Verstappen rumoured to join Aston after Newey's move
Following Adrian Newey's high-profile impending move to Aston Martin, Max Verstappen is already being linked with a potentially similar departure from Red Bull.Sep 12, 19:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F41%2Flewis-hamilton.jpeg "Lewis Hamilton at the Qatar GP on October 11, 2023")
Hamilton eyes MotoGP team ownership, Liberty CEO admits
The CEO of Formula 1's parent company, Liberty Media, has revealed that Lewis Hamilton is showing interest in buying a MotoGP team.Sep 12, 18:40
Newey slams British F1 press and Sky's TV coverage
Adrian Newey has openly criticised the role of the "British media" in Formula 1.Sep 12, 18:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fadrian-newey.jpg "Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on July 7, 2024")
Schumacher predicts instant impact from Newey at Aston Martin
Two prominent figures in Formula 1 have differing views on how quickly Adrian Newey's presence will be felt at Aston Martin.Sep 11, 17:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fgabriel-bortoleto.jpg "Gabriel Bortoleto pictured on July 18, 2024")
McLaren clears path for Bortoleto's Audi negotiations
McLaren has apparently cleared the way for Gabriel Bortoleto to potentially race in Formula 1 for Audi in 2025.Sep 11, 17:10
Norris must assert himself for 2024 title run - Montoya
Juan Pablo Montoya believes Lando Norris needs to adopt a more aggressive approach if he hopes to secure clear 'number 1' status in the battle for the 2024 championship.Sep 11, 16:35
Newey leaves part-time role for full Aston Martin commitment
Adrian Newey has confirmed that he will be increasing his involvement in Formula 1, returning to a full-time role.Sep 11, 15:45
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