Max Verstappen set the fastest time in the final practice for the Japanese Grand Prix, with Sergio Perez in second, after rainy conditions disrupted Friday's second practice. George Russell and Lewis Hamilton were third and fourth respectively. Fernando Alonso and Lando Norris rounded out the top six, while Carlos Sainz finished seventh. Verstappen, who retired in the previous race due to a brake issue, bounced back in dry conditions for the final session. Several drivers faced challenges, including Kevin Magnussen and Daniel Ricciardo. Williams driver Logan Sargeant returned to action after a crash in Friday's practice.
Australian driver Oscar Piastri from McLaren set the fastest time in a rain-affected second practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix, with a time of 1min 34.725sec, beating Lewis Hamilton by 0.501sec. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez did not participate in the practice. Charles Leclerc was third fastest, followed by Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo. The first practice session saw Verstappen leading, while Logan Sargeant crashed in his Williams car, causing a red flag for around 10 minutes.
Video HIGHLIGHTS: Catch the action from FP1 in Saudi Arabia as Verstappen sets the pace Max Verstappen topped the timesheets in the first free practice session of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend, leading the way from Fernando Alonso and Sergio Perez. The Red Bull driver set a lap of 1m 29.659s in hot and humid conditions, putting him 0.186s ahead of Alonso. READ MORE: Verstappen leads Alonso and Perez during first practice in Saudi Arabia Perez completed the top three, while George Russell claimed the fourth fastest time.
News Have your name on the Miami Grand Prix Chequered Flag F1 EXPLAINS: Bottas and Zhou on being team mates and why that relationship is crucial to success in Formula 1 Leclerc opens up on Bianchi tribute helmet as he says former Ferrari protege needs to be remembered Wolff admits Vettel is never a name you can discount amid rumours of F1 comeback with Mercedes What the teams said Friday practice in Japan Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris both shared cautious optimism over McLarens prospects at this weekends Japanese Grand Prix as the team look to build on their first podium finish of the season last time out in Australia. Piastri and Norris placed eighth and 10th respectively in Fridays dry opening session, just over a second off the pace set by Red Bulls Max Verstappen, after the red flag caused by Logan Sargeants mid-session crash compromised their soft-tyre runs. FP2: Piastri sets fastest time as rain leads to limited running during second practice in Japan In a damp but gradually drying second session, Piastri was one of few drivers to make the switch to slick tyres late on, in the process earning him the fastest time of the session albeit one that served up little valuable data for the teams. Asked what he learned from the days running, after leading Mercedes Lewis Hamilton and Ferraris Charles Leclerc in FP2, Piastri said: A few bits and pieces. I think were in decent shape.
Max Verstappen claimed pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix, with Charles Leclerc in second and George Russell in third. Carlos Sainz came fourth, while Sergio Perez finished fifth. Lewis Hamilton settled for ninth place. Nico Hulkenberg impressed with a top 10 finish. Yuki Tsunoda narrowly missed out on Q3. Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso placed sixth, ahead of McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.
The 2010 Japanese Grand Prix (officially the 2010 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix) was a Formula One motor race held on 10 October 2010 at the Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Mie, Japan. It was the 16th round of the 2010 Formula One World Championship and the 26th Japanese Grand Prix held as part of the Formula One World Championship. Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel won the 53-lap race from pole position. His team-mate Mark Webber finished second and Fernando Alonso was third in a Ferrari.Entering the race, Webber led Alonso in the World Drivers' Championship by 11 points. Webber's team Red Bull led second-placed McLaren by 24 points in the World Constructors' Championship. Vettel claimed the 13th pole position of his career by setting qualifying's fastest lap which was delayed to the day of the race due to torrential rain. Vettel held the lead for the first 24 laps until he made his only pit stop, promoting Webber to first for one lap. Jenson Button of McLaren led the following 13 laps before Vettel retook the position on the 39th lap, maintaining it for the rest of the race to achieve his third victory of the season and the eighth of his career. The safety car was deployed once for two separate accidents on the first lap involving Vitaly Petrov and Nico Hülkenberg as well as Felipe Massa and Vitantonio Liuzzi.As a consequence of the final result, Webber extended his lead over Alonso to 14 points in the World Drivers' Championship. Vettel's victory promoted him from fourth to third and he had the same number of points as Alonso. McLaren's Lewis Hamilton was demoted to fourth as a result of his finishing fifth, and his teammate Button remained in fifth. In the World Constructors' Championship, Red Bull further increased their lead over McLaren to 45 points, with three races remaining in the season.
News F1 Unlocked F1 EXPLAINS: Bottas and Zhou on being team mates and why that relationship is crucial to success in Formula 1 Leclerc opens up on Bianchi tribute helmet as he says former Ferrari protege needs to be remembered Wolff admits Vettel is never a name you can discount amid rumours of F1 comeback with Mercedes What the teams said Friday practice in Japan Vowles admits Sargeants mistake for FP1 crash was frustrating but insists confidence not the issue in Japan Win the chance to have your name on the Miami Grand Prix Chequered flag, and a piece of the memorabilia sent to you... Wolff admits Vettel is never a name you can discount amid rumours of F1 comeback with Mercedes AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from first practice for the Japanese Grand Prix WATCH: Sargeant crash brings out red flags during FP1 in Suzuka AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from second practice for the Japanese Grand Prix Vowles admits Sargeants mistake for FP1 crash was frustrating but insists confidence not the issue in Japan.
Feature WEEKEND WARM-UP: Will Red Bull bounce back in style as drivers gear up for the Japanese Grand Prix? FIA Thursday press conference Japan Russell feared can of worms being opened if Alonso had gone unpenalised after Australian GP Well move on and learn from it Verstappen reflects on Red Bull reliability issue in Australia as he quashes any concerns for Japan Sargeant describes raw moments after Australia car swap as he gets set for return to action in Japan Another week means another Grand Prix and this time its the Japanese Grand Prix. Need to Know is your all-in-one guide for the week ahead with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and plenty more. You can also keep track of how fans have voted using our popular F1 Play predictor game . With the event moved forward from its usual September/October slot, the first two practice sessions at the historic Suzuka circuit will take place on Friday, April 5, followed by final practice and qualifying on Saturday, April 6 and the Grand Prix itself on Sunday, April 7. ITS RACE WEEK: 5 storylines were excited about ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix FAN VIEW: Four races into the 2024 season, and a one-horse race has been transformed into a battle.
Video This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences RACE PREDICTOR: Who do you think will finish on the podium for the Australian Grand Prix? WATCH: Ride onboard as Verstappen seals pole position for the Australian Grand Prix Perez handed three-place grid penalty for Australian Grand Prix after impeding incident Norris delighted with better than expected qualifying in Australia after struggles to 'unlock myself' Sainz almost couldnt believe run to front row after surgery as Leclerc rues very aggressive Q3 gamble Red Bull driver Max Verstappen charged to pole position for the Australian Grand Prix, getting the better of Ferrari rival Carlos Sainz during an exciting qualifying hour in Melbourne. Verstappens P1-grabbing time of 1m 15.915s put him 0.270s ahead of Sainz, with team mate Sergio Perez a tenth further back, as Charles Leclerc backed out of his final lap en route to fifth between the McLarens.
Video This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences NEED TO KNOW: The most important facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix FIA Thursday press conference Japan Russell feared can of worms being opened if Alonso had gone unpenalised after Australian GP Well move on and learn from it Verstappen reflects on Red Bull reliability issue in Australia as he quashes any concerns for Japan Sargeant describes raw moments after Australia car swap as he gets set for return to action in Japan After a well deserved weekend off, the F1 drivers are ready and raring to go for the fourth race weekend of the season. They have made the journey to Japan to enjoy the cherry blossoms in bloom, but who is going to leave Suzuka the happiest on Sunday? All eyes will be on Red Bull to see how they respond to being beaten by Ferrari last time out, as Carlos Sainz looks to continue his impressive form and back up his victory in style. The Spaniard is still searching for a drive for next season but that result in Melbourne certainly didn't hamper his chances. Elsewhere, Mercedes like Red Bull need to bounce back from a disappointing showing down under, with reliability woes to add to their headaches.
The 2023 Japanese Grand Prix (officially known as the Formula 1 Lenovo Japanese Grand Prix 2023) was a Formula One motor race held on 24 September 2023 at the Suzuka International Racing Course in Suzuka, Japan. It was the sixteenth round of the 2023 Formula One World Championship.Max Verstappen started from pole position, set the fastest lap and won the race for Red Bull Racing, allowing the Austrian constructor to win their sixth Constructors' Championship, their second consecutive win after 2022. Mathematically, the team also effectively secured the Drivers' Championship, with Verstappen securing the championship at the Qatar Grand Prix sprint event. At that point, Sergio Pérez remained in the title contest behind Verstappen. Additionally, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri both finished on the podium for McLaren, marking the team's first double podium since the 2021 Italian Grand Prix and Piastri's first career podium.
News RACE PREDICTOR: Who do you think will finish on the podium for the Australian Grand Prix? WATCH: Ride onboard as Verstappen seals pole position for the Australian Grand Prix Perez handed three-place grid penalty for Australian Grand Prix after impeding incident Norris delighted with better than expected qualifying in Australia after struggles to 'unlock myself' Sainz almost couldnt believe run to front row after surgery as Leclerc rues very aggressive Q3 gamble For two RB team mates fighting to put themselves in contention for a Red Bull Racing seat in 2025, it was advantage Yuki Tsunoda in qualifying for the Australian Grand Prix, as Daniel Ricciardo suffered a Q1 elimination while Tsunoda made it all the way through to Q3. Ricciardo initially looked to have bagged a spot in Q2 on home soil at the Albert Park Circuit before a lap deletion for track limits at Turn 4 saw him relegated into the drop zone and out of contention. FACTS AND STATS: Ricciardo's first ever Q1 exit in Melbourne spoils the Australian's homecomin On the other side of the garage though, a strong qualifying from Tsunoda saw him make it to Q3 ahead of both Mercedes cars, before putting his RB eighth on the grid meaning hes set to start the Melbourne race a full 10 places higher than his eight-time race-winning team mate. Definitely happy, said Tsunoda afterwards. I didnt expect, to be honest with you, to be in P8 even [to be in] Q3 as well after Q1, when I saw Williams and a couple of teams also picked up quite a lot of pace.
Max Verstappen secured a dominant victory in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, with Sergio Perez finishing in second place for a Red Bull one-two result. Charles Leclerc took third place, followed by Oscar Piastri and Fernando Alonso. Lewis Hamilton opted for a different pit stop strategy, staying out longer on track. The race featured an early Safety Car period and a busy pit lane activity.
Feature F1 Unlocked IndyCar Race Winner and Analyst Formula 1 announces multi-year partnership with Playseat to produce officially licensed racing simulators Red Bull-backed rising star Ayumu Iwasa to make F1 weekend debut with RB during practice at Japanese GP TECH WEEKLY: How Ferrari, Aston Martin and Kick Sauber initiated the 2024 development race in Australia Its very encouraging Hulkenberg and Magnussen hail teamwork as Haas score double points finish in Australia Wolff admits wanting to punch himself on the nose after Mercedes double DNF on brutal day in Australia The Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne served up a superb victory for Carlos Sainz, with plenty of other impressive performances throughout the field. As usual, former IndyCar star and F1 TV pundit James Hinchcliffe was watching closely and has picked out the five drivers who impressed him the most across the race weekend at the Albert Park circuit... This one is an inevitability, so lets get it out of the way first.
Live Blog new F1 Unlocked Have your name on the Miami Grand Prix Chequered Flag F1 EXPLAINS: Bottas and Zhou on being team mates and why that relationship is crucial to success in Formula 1 Leclerc opens up on Bianchi tribute helmet as he says former Ferrari protege needs to be remembered Wolff admits Vettel is never a name you can discount amid rumours of F1 comeback with Mercedes What the teams said Friday practice in Japan Leclerc reveals tribute helmet for Bianchi ahead of Japanese Grand Prix F1 EXPLAINS: Bottas and Zhou on being team mates and why that relationship is crucial to success in Formula 1 AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from first practice for the Japanese Grand Prix HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the action from FP1 in Japan as Sargeant crashes out and Verstappen goes fastest Have your name on the Miami Grand Prix Chequered Flag.
Report AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from first practice for the Australian Grand Prix FIA Thursday press conference - Australia PADDOCK INSIDER: Verstappen answers questions over future as Bearman adds to driver market intrigue WEEKEND WARM-UP: Sainz returns and two home drivers line up on the grid but can anyone catch Red Bull in Australia? Mercedes W15 not the evil sister of previous cars as Hamilton and Russell voice confidence in its potential Lando Norris set the pace for McLaren during Fridays opening free practice session for the Australian Grand Prix, leading the way from Red Bull rival Max Verstappen and Mercedes George Russell. A bright and sunny practice hour at Albert Park saw plenty of wild moments and off-track excursions as drivers got back up to speed around Melbournes streets and an initially dusty surface steadily cleaned up. PADDOCK INSIDER: Verstappen answers questions over future as Bearman adds to driver market intrigue The biggest of those moments came with around 20 minutes remaining when Alex Albon took too much kerb coming out of Turn 7 and could not prevent his Williams from being spat into the wall on the other side of the track. While Albon reported over the radio that he was fine after coming to a halt at Turn 8, having drifted back across the circuit, his stricken car and the many pieces of carbon fibre that had come off meant the session was red flagged for several minutes. Practice 1 results When the action resumed, a flurry of drivers headed back out on soft tyres in a bid to better their times and eclipse Norris existing P1 benchmark, but the latter narrowly held on to top spot 0.
News What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix? How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Japanese Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro McLaren unveil bespoke Edomoji-inspired livery for Japanese Grand Prix BEYOND THE GRID: Ayao Komatsu on his journey from Tokyo to Haas Team Principal What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix? RBs engineers believe Yuki Tsunoda has made significant progress in 2024 as team boss Laurent Mekies praised the racer for how he has been stepping up. With his home race in Japan next up, Tsunoda scored his first points of the year with an assured drive to eighth at the flag in Australia a result that became P7 following Fernando Alonsos post-race penalty. The 23-year-old has displayed visible progress with his early performances in 2024 and will hope to continue that momentum, particularly on the track at Suzuka. READ MORE: Traffic lights, tacos and moustaches Getting to know the real Yuki Tsunoda But theres also the added motivation provided by the driver market as a potential seat could be up for grabs at Red Bull, while Liam Lawson provides an added threat to driver spots within the Red Bull stable after performing so well in 2023 as a stand-in for Daniel Ricciardo. However, it is Tsunoda gathering plaudits in the here and now for his on-track exploits, with Mekies full of praise for what he was able to achieve in Melbourne.
Feature F1 Unlocked Special Contributor Tsunoda 'making very big steps' as RB engineers left impressed by his progress in 2024 What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix? How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Japanese Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro McLaren unveil bespoke Edomoji-inspired livery for Japanese Grand Prix BEYOND THE GRID: Ayao Komatsu on his journey from Tokyo to Haas Team Principal Suzuka Circuit is a rare beast a track universally adored by racing drivers of all disciplines. Built in 1962 and designed as a test track for the Honda car company, Suzuka is a relative newcomer to the F1 calendar having joined in 1987, but it quickly established itself as a favourite among the drivers as this high-speed track presents one of the ultimate challenges for those lucky enough to grace its asphalt. Throw in some legendary F1 moments featuring some of the sports greatest rivalries, a truly unique set of fans, and incredible food and culture, and Suzuka should be at the top of every F1 fans bucket list. What time is the Formula 1 2024 Japanese Grand Prix and how can I watch it? How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Japanese Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro LIGHTS TO FLAG: Aguri Suzuki on that Suzuka podium, seat-sharing with Brundle, and running his own F1 team IT'S RACE WEEK: 5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix A power move, an Indiba machine and Band of Brothers Sainz's extraordinary 16 days that culminated in his Melbourne victory.
News From backmarker brilliance to stand-in stars 10 times F1 drivers put themselves in the shop window with stunning performances Tsunoda 'proving to the people' with his performances as he reflects on strong start to 2024 Vowles provides chassis repair update as he assesses chances of Williams competing with two cars in Japan 10 of the most remarkable injury comebacks in F1 history Ricciardo explains why 2024 struggles with RB are different to his time at McLaren Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris have both heaped praise on Carlos Sainz after the Spaniard delivered a statement performance to advertise his services for 2025 by charging to victory in last weekends Australian Grand Prix. Sainz entered the season fresh from the announcement that Lewis Hamilton will replace him at Ferrari next year, ending a four-year stint with the Scuderia and meaning he has been forced to look elsewhere on the grid to continue his career. READ MORE: Life is crazy sometimes Sainz overjoyed after rollercoaster ride from hospital bed to Australian GP victory Having started his campaign with a fine podium finish in Bahrain, Sainz sat out the following round in Saudi Arabia due to appendicitis and subsequent surgery, but he returned to action just a fortnight later in Melbourne to challenge for pole position and spectacularly take the win. Despite that missed race, Sainz sits fourth in the drivers standings after the opening three rounds, just 11 points off leader Max Verstappen, with former team mate Norris and current partner Leclerc talking up his efforts. This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies.
The 1990 Japanese Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held on 21 October 1990 at Suzuka. It was the fifteenth and penultimate race of the 1990 Formula One season. It was the 16th Japanese Grand Prix and the 6th held at Suzuka. The race saw a first-corner collision between World Championship rivals Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna and French driver Alain Prost, the second consecutive year that the World Championship had been decided by a collision between the two at the same track. The collision immediately put both cars out of the race and secured Senna his second World Championship, a reversal of fortunes from the 1989 Japanese Grand Prix, where the collision had secured the championship for Prost.The race saw a best result to that point for the Benetton Formula team, with their drivers Brazilian veteran Nelson Piquet and his protégé Roberto Moreno finishing first and second in their Benetton B190s. It was back to back wins for Benetton in Japan after the team's win the previous year. Japanese driver Aguri Suzuki scored a career-best result for himself, the Larrousse team and the Lamborghini engine, finishing third in his Lola LC90. With Ferrari scoring no points after Nigel Mansell's retirement, the McLaren team secured their sixth and third consecutive Constructors' Championship.As of September 2023, this was the last race where no European driver finished the race on the podium, and two South American drivers and an Asian driver filled the top three positions. It was also the only race where the Larrousse team scored a podium finish during their eight seasons of competing in Formula One, and the first and only podium finish for the Lamborghini V12 engine in Formula One. Suzuki's podium finish was the first for a Japanese driver (later matched by Takuma Sato and Kamui Kobayashi) and the last for a Japanese driver at his home race until Kamui Kobayashi did so at the 2012 Japanese Grand Prix. Moreover, it was the last of Brazil's eleven one-twos in Formula One, the only one featuring Piquet and Moreno; of the other ten, eight featured Piquet and Senna and the other two had Emerson Fittipaldi and José Carlos Pace.
Max Verstappen's 10-win streak ends at Australian GP due to a rear brake issue causing a fire, marking his first mechanical retirement in two years. Red Bull aims to understand and learn from the problem. Sergio Perez finishes fifth. Carlos Sainz wins the race after Verstappen's retirement, with Charles Leclerc second and Lando Norris third.
News F1 NATION: Ferrari in the fight, McLaren in the mix and Ricciardo's struggles it's our Japanese GP preview McLaren announce several organisational changes as new signing Sanchez leaves team LIGHTS TO FLAG: Aguri Suzuki on that Suzuka podium, seat-sharing with Brundle, and running his own F1 team IT'S RACE WEEK: 5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix BARRETTO: Hes hot property after his brilliant Melbourne win but where will Sainz be racing in 2025? Mercedes have shared some insight into the investigations going on at their dedicated F1 power unit facility in Brixworth after Lewis Hamiltons engine-related retirement from the Australian Grand Prix. Hamilton was forced to pull off the track after just 17 laps of racing at Albert Park, with team mate George Russells late accident adding insult to injury and marking Mercedes first double DNF since the 2018 Austrian Grand Prix. READ MORE: Wolff admits wanting to punch himself on the nose after Mercedes double DNF on brutal day in Australia Asked during the teams post-race debrief video if they knew what had caused Hamiltons failure, Mercedes Technical Director James Allison said: We do not. The power units will return to the safe hands of the guys at Brixworth, who will be able to figure out what let go. All we know is the symptoms at the time, which was a rapid loss of oil pressure followed by a shutdown of the engine to protect it.
Feature F1 Unlocked F1 Correspondent & Presenter From backmarker brilliance to stand-in stars 10 times F1 drivers put themselves in the shop window with stunning performances Everybody knows his worth Norris and Leclerc respond to suggestion Sainz is underrated with 2025 future unknown Tsunoda 'proving to the people' with his performances as he reflects on strong start to 2024 Vowles provides chassis repair update as he assesses chances of Williams competing with two cars in Japan 10 of the most remarkable injury comebacks in F1 history When Carlos Sainz was told he had appendicitis on Friday morning in Jeddah, forcing him out of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend, it triggered an extraordinary journey that ran for 16 days and culminated in a superhero-spec drive to victory in Melbourne. Heres how it all played out... Carlos Sainz missed his media duties on Wednesday in Saudi Arabia, the Spaniard laying low in the hotel with suspected food poisoning and a very high fever.
Feature How the Australian Grand Prix is boosting reuse and recycling as F1 embraces the circular economy We need to improve Alonso rues very difficult weekend for Aston Martin in Australia Albon concedes Williams paid our price for pit stops after just missing out on points in Australia THE STRATEGIST: Norris reckons he could have beaten Leclerc in Melbourne with a better strategy but is he right? Not where I expected to be admits Ricciardo as he rues difficult opening three races with RB Carlos Sainz delivered a sensational performance to go from a hospital bed to victory at the Australian Grand Prix in the space of two weeks. But which other drivers impressed during the Melbourne weekend? Scroll down to check out the latest Power Rankings leaderboard. Our five-judge panel assess each driver after every Grand Prix and score them out of 10 according to their performance across the weekend taking machinery out of the equation Our experts scores are then averaged out to produce a race score with those scores then tallied up across the season on our overall Power Rankings Leaderboard (at the bottom of the page) READ MORE: Sainz storms to victory amid drama in Australia as Verstappen retires and Russell crashes out Having been forced to sit out the previous round in Saudi Arabia due to appendicitis and subsequent surgery, Sainz marked his return to action with a gutsy display around the streets of Albert Park, impressively pushing Max Verstappens Red Bull for pole position, overhauling it at the start of the race and never looking back. That earned 10/10 from all of our judges. READ MORE: Life is crazy sometimes Sainz overjoyed after rollercoaster ride from hospital bed to Australian GP victory While Charles Leclerc backed up Sainz for a Ferrari one-two finish last weekend, it was Lando Norris who slotted into second position in our Australia rankings, having charged to a first podium finish of 2024 for both himself and McLaren getting the Woking operations season moving in the right direction.
Feature F1 Unlocked Special Contributor IN DEPTH: More people will know who I am this time! Oscar Piastri opens up ahead of his sophomore home race EXPLAINED: Why Williams had to bench Sargeant in Australia and the big impact it has on the rest of their 2024 GREATEST RACE: Kevin Magnussen remembers the Grand Prix that changed my world on and off the track Im used to it now Hamilton says hes trying to keep head above water after Q2 exit in Australia FIA post-qualifying press conference Australia Melbourne was the place where Daniel Ricciardo first appeared at a Grand Prix weekend, as a test driver for Toro Rosso in 2011, where he scored his first points in 2012, and where he took his first (sort of) podium in 2014. The pandemic, and his 2023 absence, has made it a more stuttering relationship in recent years but now Ricciardo is re-energised, refreshed and back with RB to deliver for the home fans once more... Consummate professional Sargeant calls giving up car to Albon in Australia the hardest moment in my career AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from qualifying for the Australian Grand Prix Vowles insists he still believes in Sargeant as he reveals Americans reaction after handing car to Albon WATCH: Ride onboard as Verstappen seals pole position for the Australian Grand Prix HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the best of the action from qualifying in Australia as Verstappen grabs pole.
News HIGHLIGHTS: Relive the action from a dramatic Australian Grand Prix as Sainz wins while Verstappen retires Hamilton brands Melbourne weekend a real struggle even before Lap 17 retirement DRIVER OF THE DAY: Sainz gets your vote after winning on race return in Australia Sainz storms to victory amid drama in Australia as Verstappen retires and Russell crashes out WATCH: Massive drama as Verstappen retires just laps into the Australian Grand Prix Max Verstappen has explained that an issue with his right-rear brake which started at the very beginning of the Australian Grand Prix was the reason behind his early retirement from the race. The Red Bull driver had initially looked to have had a smooth getaway off the line as he held onto the lead from pole position, but a moment on Lap 2 allowed Carlos Sainz to overtake. RACE START: Watch the getaway in Australia as Verstappen holds the lead before forced retirement Shortly afterwards smoke started to billow from the rear of Verstappens RB20, resulting in the Dutchman slowly making his way back to the pits to retire from a race for the first time in two years. Verstappen had initially held the lead off the line as the Australian Grand Prix got under way This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences 2024 Australian Grand Prix: Huge drama in Melbourne as Verstappen is OUT on Lap 5 Verstappen suffered his first retirement from a race in two years The last time that Verstappen recorded a DNF was at the Australian Grand Prix in 2022.
News WEEKEND WARM-UP: Will Red Bull bounce back in style as drivers gear up for the Japanese Grand Prix? NEED TO KNOW: The most important facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix FIA Thursday press conference Japan Russell feared can of worms being opened if Alonso had gone unpenalised after Australian GP Sargeant describes raw moments after Australia car swap as he gets set for return to action in Japan Max Verstappen believes that Red Bull will learn from the brake issue that caused him to retire from the Australian Grand Prix, with the Dutchman confident that the team can perform well at the upcoming race weekend in Japan. Verstappen had initially looked to be on course to continue his winning streak in Melbourne, having led the opening lap of the race from pole position on the grid. However, after soon being overtaken by the Ferrari of Carlos Sainz, smoke started to emerge from the rear of the RB20, forcing Verstappen to slowly make his way back to the pits to retire the car. READ MORE: It hurts everybody Red Bull say lots of lessons to take from first mechanical retirement since Melbourne 2022 The problem was confirmed to be with the right-rear brake and, reflecting back on the weekend now, Verstappen admits that there were some early indications that something may have been amiss. I think we saw already some signs on Saturday where things were maybe not looking like they should have done, the world champion commented.
News PADDOCK INSIDER: Verstappen answers questions over future as Bearman adds to driver market intrigue WEEKEND WARM-UP: Sainz returns and two home drivers line up on the grid but can anyone catch Red Bull in Australia? Mercedes W15 not the evil sister of previous cars as Hamilton and Russell voice confidence in its potential NEED TO KNOW: The most important facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2024 Australian Grand Prix Its not a situation we are enjoying Ocon reflects on morale at Alpine amid early season struggles Ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix taking place at the legendary Suzuka Circuit on April 5-7 the F1 Tokyo Festival is set to get the race weekend started with a bang, with a host of drivers and team principals appearing at the event on April 2 and 3. Taking place at the Roppongi Hills Arena in Minato-ku, Tokyo, and in collaboration with Honda, the free event will see Red Bull and RB drivers Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez, Daniel Ricciardo and home hero Yuki Tsunoda all making appearances. TICKETS: Explore ticket options for the Japanese Grand Prix here Theyll be joined by Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali, as well as team principals Fred Vasseur (Ferrari), Christian Horner (Red Bull), Ayao Komatsu (Haas) and Laurent Mekies (RB), as well as F1 ambassador Jean Alesi. F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali seen here at last years event will be in attendance As with everything F1, the cars are also the stars, and theres a host of them set to be exhibited at the F1 Tokyo Festival, including: The free tickets for the F1 Tokyo Festival are available through the MobilityStation website in Japan. And to explore ticket options for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix, click here .
The 2022 Japanese Grand Prix (officially known as the Formula 1 Honda Japanese Grand Prix 2022) was a Formula One motor race held on 9 October 2022 at the Suzuka International Racing Course in Suzuka, Japan. Max Verstappen secured his second World Championship title after finishing first, in front of Sergio Pérez and Charles Leclerc. Despite only 28 of the scheduled 53 laps being completed, full points were awarded due to a loophole in the regulations regarding how points should be allocated, with the rules stating that reduced points should only be awarded in shortened races that end under red flag conditions. As this race ended under green flag conditions, this system was not applied. The wording of the sporting regulations was subsequently amended for 2023, so races that do not reach the 75 percent distance are awarded shortened race points regardless of whether a race finishes under red or green flag conditions.
Live Blog new F1 Unlocked Leclerc reveals tribute helmet for Bianchi ahead of Japanese Grand Prix PADDOCK INSIDER: Verstappens point to prove in Suzuka, the battle for a Red Bull seat and Tsunodas charge Gasly says Alpine updates for Japanese Grand Prix are first step in the right direction BETTING GUIDE: Who are the favourites as F1 heads to Japan for the fourth race of the season? Ricciardo adamant his confidence remains unchanged despite frustrating start to 2024 TECH WEEKLY: The enforced change for Bearman that made his drive in Jeddah all the more impressive Tsunoda 'making very big steps' as RB engineers left impressed by his progress in 2024 PADDOCK INSIDER: Verstappens point to prove in Suzuka, the battle for a Red Bull seat and Tsunodas charge Ricciardo adamant his confidence remains unchanged despite frustrating start to 2024 BETTING GUIDE: Who are the favourites as F1 heads to Japan for the fourth race of the season?.
Logan Sargeant crashed at the high-speed Dunlop corner during practice at the Japanese Grand Prix, potentially facing a second consecutive missed race after sitting out the Australian Grand Prix due to chassis damage from his teammate. Williams team principal James Vowles stated the chassis avoided major damage, but suspension and gearbox are cracked, making it challenging to get the car ready for second practice. Sargeant, determined despite the spare parts situation, expressed the need to balance caution in Formula One while pushing limits.
News 10 of the most remarkable injury comebacks in F1 history Ricciardo explains why 2024 struggles with RB are different to his time at McLaren Wolff names first choice to replace Hamilton at Mercedes as he sets timeline for decision Vasseur warns Ferrari not to get carried away after sensational Australia 1-2 We were going to be in the mix for points Ocon rues missed opportunity in Australia after tear-off wrecks his race Williams team boss James Vowles is confident that the squad will have two cars without too many issues at the Japanese Grand Prix, after being forced to withdraw Logan Sargeant from last weekends event in Australia amid a chassis shortage. Alex Albons heavy crash during FP1 in Melbourne wrote off his chassis and, with no spare available, the Grove operation made the difficult decision to put the Thai-British driver in Sargeants car for the remainder of the weekend. EXPLAINED: Why Williams had to bench Sargeant in Australia and the big impact it has on the rest of their 2024 The damaged chassis was swiftly flown back to Williams factory for repairs and, as things stand, Vowles believes the outfit will be able to field both Albon and Sargeant at the upcoming Suzuka weekend. Im confident well be able to fix the chassis, he said in his latest post-race Vowles Verdict video , where he described the situation as a disaster for Williams. This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies.
News THE STRATEGIST: Norris reckons he could have beaten Leclerc in Melbourne with a better strategy but is he right? Formula 1 announces multi-year partnership with Playseat to produce officially licensed racing simulators HINCHS HEROES: Who stood out for Indycar star James Hinchcliffe at the Australian Grand Prix? Red Bull-backed rising star Ayumu Iwasa to make F1 weekend debut with RB during practice at Japanese GP TECH WEEKLY: How Ferrari, Aston Martin and Kick Sauber initiated the 2024 development race in Australia Daniel Ricciardo didnt manage to score points on home soil in Melbourne, on a day where his team mate finished seventh and got the teams account up and running in the constructors. Having now been out-qualified by Yuki Tsunoda in the first three races, the Australian was in a reflective mood after coming home in 12th place. Ricciardos woes in Australia stretched back to qualifying when he lost his lap time in Q1 for a clear track limits infringement, which dropped him to P18 on the grid. Although there were three retirements in the race and two Virtual Safety Car periods, Ricciardo ran out of time to climb into the points. READ MORE: Life is crazy sometimes Sainz overjoyed after rollercoaster ride from hospital bed to Australian GP victory I feel like the frustration [from qualifying], I put aside for [the Grand Prix], I let that go last night and I didnt end up breaking anything I felt like some objects were going to get smashed following qualifying but maybe theres a bit of calm with age, he joked after the race.
Max Verstappen claimed victory in the Saudi Arabian GP, securing his second win in a row and ninth consecutive win overall, while British debutant Oliver Bearman finished an impressive seventh in his unexpected F1 debut for Ferrari after Carlos Sainz's absence. Sergio Perez came in second, beating Charles Leclerc, as the race was briefly neutralized due to Lance Stroll's crash.
Carlos Sainz won the Australian Grand Prix after Max Verstappen retired early and Lewis Hamilton faced struggles before retiring on Lap 17. Sainz passed Verstappen in the opening laps and led the race, securing his third career Formula 1 win. The dramatic race also saw George Russell crash out.
News PADDOCK INSIDER: Verstappens point to prove in Suzuka, the battle for a Red Bull seat and Tsunodas charge BETTING GUIDE: Who are the favourites as F1 heads to Japan for the fourth race of the season? Ricciardo adamant his confidence remains unchanged despite frustrating start to 2024 Hamilton hails four-time champion Vettel as an amazing option for Mercedes in 2025 WEEKEND WARM-UP: Will Red Bull bounce back in style as drivers gear up for the Japanese Grand Prix? Pierre Gasly believes that Alpine have taken the first step in the right direction by bringing planned updates to their car for the Japanese Grand Prix, with the team having endured a difficult start to the season. After opting for a change in car concept for 2024, Alpine have so far struggled in the first three race weekends of the campaign. Both drivers exited Q1 of qualifying in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, while Gasly again faced this in Australia as team mate Esteban Ocon just made it through to Q2. READ MORE: We were going to be in the mix for points Ocon rues missed opportunity in Australia after tear-off wrecks his race The squad have also found themselves towards the rear of the pack on race days. Their highest finish so far has been P13, achieved by Ocon in Jeddah a race in which Gasly retired almost immediately with a mechanical issue and Gasly last time out in Australia.
News We need to improve Alonso rues very difficult weekend for Aston Martin in Australia THE STRATEGIST: Norris reckons he could have beaten Leclerc in Melbourne with a better strategy but is he right? Not where I expected to be admits Ricciardo as he rues difficult opening three races with RB Formula 1 announces multi-year partnership with Playseat to produce officially licensed racing simulators HINCHS HEROES: Who stood out for Indycar star James Hinchcliffe at the Australian Grand Prix? Alex Albon was left disappointed following a frustrating race at the Australian Grand Prix, with the Thai driver narrowly missing out on points in P11 amid a challenging weekend for Williams. As the teams sole runner in the race following the decision to put Albon in team mate Logan Sargeants car after his own chassis was damaged beyond repair in a crash during Fridays FP1 the squad were hopeful that the 28-year-old would offer their best chance to potentially score points. EXPLAINED: Why Williams had to bench Sargeant in Australia and the big impact it has on the rest of their 2024 At times it looked like this might be possible during the Grand Prix, with Albon at one point running in the top 10 after starting from P12 on the grid. However, making early pit stops due to struggles with his tyres caused him to lose out later on to cars including the Haas duo of Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen. Asked for his feelings after the race, Albon responded: A bit disappointed.
Live Blog new F1 Unlocked Sargeant describes raw moments after Australia car swap as he gets set for return to action in Japan Sainz insists its time to speed up everything as he assesses his 2025 options Vettel says F1 return could be appealing and interesting as he reveals talks with Mercedes boss Wolff Tsunoda 'making very big steps' as RB engineers left impressed by his progress in 2024 What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix? LIGHTS TO FLAG: Aguri Suzuki on that Suzuka podium, seat-sharing with Brundle, and running his own F1 team How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Japanese Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro Traffic lights, tacos and moustaches Getting to know the real Yuki Tsunoda Opening weekend of new Champions of the Future Academy gets underway with F1 ACADEMY collaboration Why new team boss Komatsu felt Australia wasnt perfect for Haas despite amazing double points finish.
Video This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences What the teams said Race day in Australia Russell and Alonso offer opposing views on incident that led to crash in Australian Grand Prix It hurts everybody Red Bull say lots of lessons to take from first mechanical retirement since Melbourne 2022 EXPLAINED: He made no contact with Russell so why did Alonso cop a 20-second penalty for his part in the crash? Norris believes pace was strong enough for P2 in Australia with McLaren 'getting closer' to Ferrari and Red Bull There was drama at the very start and very end of Sundays Australian Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen retiring early on amid brake woes and George Russell crashing out late on as he tried to take sixth position away from Fernando Alonso. Russell was closing rapidly on Alonso after a later final stop and, having made several DRS-assisted attempts, he lost control of his Mercedes during the last run through the high-speed Turn 6/7 complex and slammed into the barriers. READ MORE: Sainz storms to victory amid drama in Australia as Verstappen retires and Russell crashes out It was a dramatic sight as television cameras cut to the scene of the incident, with Russells car coming to a halt on the racing line and eventually tipping on its side as the front left of the heavily-damaged W15 gave way. Russells race came to a dramatic end with a heavy crash on the final lap After swiftly reporting over the radio that he was okay, Russell offered up his version of events as he arrived in the media pen for his post-race interviews.
Max Verstappen led a Red Bull 1-2 with Sergio Perez in second and Charles Leclerc from Ferrari in third at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Oliver Bearman, 18, impressively finished seventh on his F1 debut. Carlos Sainz missed the race due to emergency appendicitis surgery. Notable figures like Anthony Joshua, Jose Mourinho, Karim Benzema, Lord Coe, and Gianluigi Buffon were present at the event. Lewis Hamilton, though winless since 2021, supported the F1 Academy race winner, Frances Doriane Pin, at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit.
The 2014 Japanese Grand Prix (formally the 2014 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix) was a Formula One motor race held on 5 October 2014 at the Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Mie. It was the 15th race of the 2014 FIA Formula One World Championship, and the 30th Formula One Japanese Grand Prix. Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton won the 44-lap race starting from second position. His teammate, Nico Rosberg, finished second and Red Bull Racing driver Sebastian Vettel was third. It was Hamilton's eighth victory of the season and the 30th of his Formula One career.Going into the race, Hamilton led Rosberg by three points in the World Drivers' Championship and their team led the World Constructors' Championship by 174 points over Red Bull. Heavy rain from Typhoon Phanfone made the track surface wet and reduced visibility. Starting from behind the safety car, the race was stopped after two laps and resumed 20 minutes later. Rosberg immediately blocked a pass by Hamilton heading into the first corner. His car then experienced oversteer, and Hamilton reduced the time deficit between them. Hamilton challenged Rosberg for the lead over the next four laps, before overtaking him on the 29th lap and pulling away.The race was scheduled to run for 53 laps, but was brought to an end on the 46th lap (with the result taken at the end of lap 44) after an accident involving Jules Bianchi. Bianchi lost control of his Marussia at the Dunlop Curve on the 43rd lap and collided with a tractor crane that was tending to Adrian Sutil's Sauber, which had spun off on the previous lap. Bianchi sustained severe head injuries in the accident, from which he died in France on 17 July 2015, thus becoming the first driver to die as a result of injuries sustained in a Formula One race since Ayrton Senna in 1994. The accident prompted Formula One's governing body, the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), to investigate the incident with a ten-person panel in which it was determined there was no single cause that prompted the crash. The investigation led to the virtual safety car (VSC) being introduced from the 2015 season onwards.The victory allowed Hamilton to increase his lead in the World Drivers' Championship to ten points over Rosberg, with Daniel Ricciardo a distant third. Mercedes extended their advantage over Red Bull in the World Constructors' Championship, and Williams remained ahead of Ferrari in the battle for third place with four races left in the season.
Ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix, Red Bull drivers reflect on past issues, including Verstappen's comments on reliability concerns. Fernando Alonso received a 20-second penalty for driving in a potentially dangerous manner during a recent incident with George Russell in Australia. The incident, which involved Russell hunting down Alonso with fresher tires, sparked discussions among drivers in the FIA press conference. Russell described the situation as strange and unexpected. The focus now shifts to the upcoming race in Japan as teams gear up for the weekend's action at Suzuka.
10 March 2024 News Wolff would love to have Verstappen as theres no team who wouldnt do handstands to sign him Feature F1 Unlocked SUNDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: Why Ferrari's deficit to Red Bull was halved in Saudi Arabia Feature What the teams said Race day in Saudi Arabia News Norris insists strategy gamble worth a shot as Piastri left very happy with P4 in Saudi Arabia News 'It's 88 missed podiums!' Verstappen reflects on 100th F1 rostrum appearance as he praises fantastic Bearman Discover more news Sergio Perez has stated it was his own mistake that led to his five-second time penalty for an unsafe release in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, with the Mexican admitting that this compromised his race despite ultimately ending the event in P2. It was a good start for Perez from P3 on the grid, as he looked to make a move on second-placed Charles Leclerc during the opening lap. While he initially was unsuccessful, Perez later breezed past Leclerc on Lap 4. READ MORE: Verstappen seals assured victory in Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as Bearman scores points on debut However, the 34-year-old ran into trouble when Red Bull opted to double-stack himself and Max Verstappen during a rush on pit stops when a Safety Car was called on Lap 7, due to Lance Stroll crashing into the barriers. Perez had a close call with the Aston Martin of Fernando Alonso when leaving his pit box, which led to the stewards handing the Red Bull driver a five-second penalty for an unsafe release.
News This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences HIGHLIGHTS: Relive the action from a dramatic Australian Grand Prix as Sainz wins while Verstappen retires DRIVER OF THE DAY: Sainz gets your vote after winning on race return in Australia Verstappen explains 'really weird' cause of early retirement from Australian Grand Prix Sainz storms to victory amid drama in Australia as Verstappen retires and Russell crashes out WATCH: Massive drama as Verstappen retires just laps into the Australian Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton has called the whole of his 2024 Australian Grand Prix weekend a real struggle a struggle that was capped off with a Lap 17 retirement at Albert Park. Mercedes were off the pace in Saturdays qualifying session, George Russell only just sneaking into Q3 ahead of Hamilton, who was knocked out in Q2. READ MORE: Verstappen explains 'really weird' cause of early retirement from Australian Grand Prix Come race day, the Grand Prix was just 17 laps old when Hamilton whod attempted an alternative strategy, starting on the soft tyres from P11 on the grid compared to the mediums of the cars around him radioed in to Mercedes to report an engine failure. Seven-time world champion and eight-time Australian Grand Prix pole-sitter Hamilton duly pulled up on the inside of Turn 10 before jumping out of the stricken W15 and heading back to the paddock.
Feature F1 Unlocked F1 Correspondent & Presenter Traffic lights, tacos and moustaches Getting to know the real Yuki Tsunoda Opening weekend of new Champions of the Future Academy gets underway with F1 ACADEMY collaboration A power move, an Indiba machine and Band of Brothers Sainz's extraordinary 16 days that culminated in his Melbourne victory From backmarker brilliance to stand-in stars 10 times F1 drivers put themselves in the shop window with stunning performances Everybody knows his worth Norris and Leclerc respond to suggestion Sainz is underrated with 2025 future unknown Hugs from seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton and texts from four-time champ Sebastian Vettel The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend was one to remember for 18-year-old racer Ollie Bearman. Having just taken a sensational pole in F2 for PREMA, on one of the calendars most demanding circuits, he got the call from Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur that he was required to stand-in for the unwell Carlos Sainz. Everybody knows his worth Norris and Leclerc respond to suggestion Sainz is underrated with 2025 future unknown Its very encouraging Hulkenberg and Magnussen hail teamwork as Haas score double points finish in Australia Traffic lights, tacos and moustaches Getting to know the real Yuki Tsunoda Its not acceptable Bottas and Zhou urge Kick Sauber to get on top of frustrating issue for future races From backmarker brilliance to stand-in stars 10 times F1 drivers put themselves in the shop window with stunning performances.
Formula One drivers including Sergio Perez from Mexico, Max Verstappen from the Netherlands, Kevin Magnussen from Denmark, Daniel Ricciardo from Australia, Oscar Piastri from Australia, Logan Sargeant from the US, Esteban Ocon from France, and Carlos Sainz from Spain gather for interviews and press conferences prior to the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.
News Vasseur warns Ferrari not to get carried away after sensational Australia 1-2 We were going to be in the mix for points Ocon rues missed opportunity in Australia after tear-off wrecks his race PALMER: Why Williams never should have handed Sargeants car to Albon in Melbourne THIS WEEK IN F1: 10 quiz questions on all the F1 news after the Australian Grand Prix BEYOND THE GRID: Pat Symonds on working with Senna and Schumacher, achieving title glory and F1s exciting future Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has put one driver above all others when it comes to signing a replacement for Ferrari-bound Lewis Hamilton, while highlighting a preferred timeframe for the decision to be made. Following on from the bombshell winter announcement , Wolff namechecked reigning three-time world champion Max Verstappen as his number one pick, though stressed that the Silver Arrows are not short of options. READ MORE: Wolff would love to have Verstappen as theres no team who wouldnt do handstands to sign him Quizzed about the choice ahead of him in an interview with Fox Sports Australia , Wolff began: You know, as much as we were taken aback by Lewis decision so quickly, now I really want to take my time. We have a slot free, the only one in the top teams, unless Max decides he goes, then the slot is not going to be free with us anymore. There are a few options that are really interesting for us, from the very young super-talent to some of the older ones who are very experienced.
News Albon to take over Sargeants car for remainder of Australia GP weekend after FP1 shunt F2: Hauger takes maiden F2 pole in red flag-affected qualifying in Melbourne Albon admits not much can be salvaged from wrecked car as Williams bid to make repairs without spare chassis Leclerc says he has best shot of taking pole so far this year as Sainz reflects on first day back since surgery in Melbourne HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the action from FP2 at Albert Park as Leclerc leads the way and several drivers go off track Logan Sargeant has admitted that being asked to give up his car for the remainder of the Australian Grand Prix weekend was the hardest moment I can remember in my career, after Williams announced that Alex Albon would take over his FW46 from Free Practice 3 following a crash for the Thai driver. FP1 on Friday morning saw Albon smash into the Turn 7 barriers at the Albert Park Circuit. Emerging from the wreckage unharmed, Albon was forced to miss FP2 as Williams assessed the damage to his chassis. READ MORE: Albon to take over Sargeants car for remainder of Australia GP weekend after FP1 shunt When that damage was deemed too significant to allow the team to continue using it, and with no third chassis available, Williams made the call to allow Albon to take over Sargeants car from FP3 a move which the American admitted was hard to swallow. This is the hardest moment I can remember in my career and it's absolutely not easy, said Sargeant after the call was announced on Friday evening in Melbourne.
Feature F1 Unlocked Staff Writer Why a re-energised Ricciardo is out to deliver for his fans once again IN DEPTH: More people will know who I am this time! Oscar Piastri opens up ahead of his sophomore home race EXPLAINED: Why Williams had to bench Sargeant in Australia and the big impact it has on the rest of their 2024 Im used to it now Hamilton says hes trying to keep head above water after Q2 exit in Australia FIA post-qualifying press conference Australia Kevin Magnussen delivered one of the most impressive debut performances in recent F1 history when he charged his way to a podium finish with McLaren at the 2014 Australian Grand Prix. For our new series, Greatest Race , the Dane relives the emotions of that special day at Albert Park, what it felt like to fly the flag for his country and the effect the result had on the rest of his rookie season... Son of former McLaren and Stewart racer Jan, it did not take long for Magnussen to get bitten by the motor racing bug, initially being exposed to the F1 paddock as a child before embarking on a highly successful karting and single-seater career in his native Denmark and beyond.
The 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship was a motor racing championship for Formula One cars, which was the 74th running of the Formula One World Championship. It was recognised by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the governing body of international motorsport, as the highest class of competition for open-wheel racing cars. The championship was contested over twenty-two Grands Prix, which were held around the world. It began in March and ended in November.Drivers and teams competed for the titles of World Drivers' Champion and World Constructors' Champion respectively. The season was dominated by defending champion Max Verstappen, who cruised to his third consecutive Drivers' Championship title at the Qatar Grand Prix, winning a record 19 out of 22 Grands Prix held and finishing on the podium 21 times (also a record number for most podiums in a season) by the end of the championship. His team, Red Bull Racing achieved their sixth Constructors' Championship title, the second consecutively, at the preceding Japanese Grand Prix. Red Bull Racing won 21 out of 22 Grands Prix, breaking the team record for highest percentage of Grand Prix wins in a season at 95.45%, beating McLaren's 1988 season. Verstappen also broke the record for the highest Grand Prix win percentage for drivers, with a win rate percentage of 86.36%, beating the previous record set by Alberto Ascari in 1952.
Fernando Alonso reflects on a challenging weekend at the Australian Grand Prix for the Aston Martin team, where they struggled for pace but managed to score a double-points finish. Despite pressure from George Russell, Alonso maintained P6 until Russell's crash. Both drivers were summoned to the stewards, and Alonso received a drive-through penalty and dropped to P8 in the final classification. Alonso acknowledged the weekend's overall difficulties before the penalty was issued, expressing satisfaction with scoring points despite the lack of pace.
Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes displayed improved performance during the Practice One session at Suzuka, with Hamilton expressing satisfaction at the car's performance. Despite a challenging start to the season, Hamilton felt positive about the session and the car's performance at a circuit he enjoys driving on.
News BETTING GUIDE: Who are the favourites as F1 visits Australia for the third race of the season? Mercedes sign former Ferrari designer Simone Resta as Strategic Development Director Verstappen addresses speculation over F1 future after being linked with move away from Red Bull Bottas and Zhou concede Kick Sauber's pit stop issues still not '100 per cent' fixed as they look to fight for points Perez admits it would be a blow for the team if Verstappen leaves Red Bull amid driver market rumours Haas racer Kevin Magnussen has called the decade-long wait for a return to a Formula 1 rostrum frustrating, as the Dane reflected on 10 years since scoring a podium in his very first race in the sport. Making his debut with McLaren in Melbourne back in 2014, Magnussen stunned the F1 world by finishing in third place behind winner Nico Rosberg and then-Red Bull driver Daniel Ricciardo with Ricciardo later disqualified from the race, bumping Magnussen to P2. READ MORE: Sainz shares recovery update ahead of return to action in Australia after doing as much as possible In reaching the podium on debut for McLaren, Magnussen emulated the achievement of future seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton back in 2007. But while Hamilton would go on to score a record-breaking 197 podiums (and counting), Magnussen has failed to return to the podium since that fateful day in Albert Park a fact which, speaking at the track 10 years later, the Dane admitted was frustrating. Asked in the pre-Australian Grand Prix press conference how he reflected on his 2014 podium appearance, Magnussen replied: I don't really! It's been so long, it feels like a lifetime ago.
News DRIVER MARKET: Hes a Finn who knows how to win but where will Bottas be driving next season? Hamilton certain Mercedes will win another championship as he outlines challenge ahead at Ferrari Mekies says RB need to see Tsunoda 'take the next step' in fourth F1 season IT'S RACE WEEK: 5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the 2024 Australian Grand Prix I've never seen anything better than that' Legendary engineer Jock Clear on Bearman's F1 debut Formula 1 is the pinnacle of motorsport, cars hurtling at breath-taking speeds with fearless drivers pushing the limit lap after lap. But not for Haas in Saudi Arabia, who managed to score what could be an incredibly crucial World Championship point thanks to a strategy that involved Kevin Magnussen driving as slowly as possible. That doesnt tell the full story of course. The team had opted to split their strategies when the very early Safety car came out, with Magnussen pitting and Nico Hulkenberg staying out. That jumped the German up the order, but he knew hed pay for it later on when he did pit.
Max Emilian Verstappen (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈmɑks vɛrˈstɑ.pə(n)]; born 30 September 1997) is a Belgian and Dutch racing driver competing in Formula One, where he is the 2021, 2022, and 2023 World Champion. He races under the Dutch flag in Formula One for Red Bull Racing.Verstappen is the son of former Formula One driver Jos Verstappen, and former go-kart racer Sophie Kumpen. He had a successful run in karting and single-seater categories – including FIA European Formula 3 – breaking several records.At the 2015 Australian Grand Prix, when he was aged 17 years, 166 days, he became the youngest driver to compete in Formula One. After spending the 2015 season with Scuderia Toro Rosso, Verstappen started his 2016 campaign with the Italian team before being promoted to parent team Red Bull Racing after four races as a replacement for Daniil Kvyat. At the age of 18, he won the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix on his debut for Red Bull Racing, becoming the youngest-ever driver and the first Dutch driver to win a Formula One Grand Prix.After winning ten Grands Prix during the 2021 season, Verstappen became Formula One World Drivers' Champion for the first time, being the first Dutch driver and the 34th driver to do so. He won the next two consecutive Formula One championships in 2022 and 2023. As of the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix, Verstappen has had 55 victories, 33 pole positions and 31 fastest laps. In addition to being the youngest Grand Prix winner, he holds several Formula One records, including the most wins in a season and the most consecutive wins. Verstappen is set to remain at Red Bull until at least the end of the 2028 season after signing a contract extension.
Feature Special Contributor LIGHTS TO FLAG: Aguri Suzuki on that Suzuka podium, seat-sharing with Brundle, and running his own F1 team BARRETTO: Hes hot property after his brilliant Melbourne win but where will Sainz be racing in 2025? Why new team boss Komatsu felt Australia wasnt perfect for Haas despite amazing double points finish I know Id be ready to go Bearmans very realistic option on the 2025 F1 grid after his super-sub Ferrari showing Traffic lights, tacos and moustaches Getting to know the real Yuki Tsunoda Who would have thought that three races into the season there would be just four points between the top two teams, and 11 points between the top four drivers? The last race in Australia provided lots of drama, and plenty to talk about heading to Suzuka... Im not saying Im a genius or anything, but in It's Race Week ahead of the Australian Grand Prix , we had a section on Ferrari closing in on Red Bull and how the Scuderia were now in a position to put pressure on at certain tracks after making a step forward compared to this time last season. READ MORE: A power move, an Indiba machine and Band of Brothers Sainz's extraordinary 16 days that culminated in his Melbourne victory What followed was a Ferrari one-two that I dont think anyone was expecting, but it did show how they are now close enough to take full advantage of any opportunities when the circuit and conditions suit, and the race pace looked so strong that theres every chance Ferrari would have won even without Max Verstappens retirement.
News Formula 1 announces multi-year partnership with Playseat to produce officially licensed racing simulators HINCHS HEROES: Who stood out for Indycar star James Hinchcliffe at the Australian Grand Prix? TECH WEEKLY: How Ferrari, Aston Martin and Kick Sauber initiated the 2024 development race in Australia Its very encouraging Hulkenberg and Magnussen hail teamwork as Haas score double points finish in Australia Wolff admits wanting to punch himself on the nose after Mercedes double DNF on brutal day in Australia RB have announced that Super Formula racer Ayumu Iwasa will make his Formula 1 weekend debut at the Japanese Grand Prix by appearing in free practice with the team. Iwasa, 22, is set to drive Daniel Ricciardos car during FP1 at Suzuka, meaning an all-Japanese RB line-up alongside Yuki Tsunoda for the opening 60-minute session. READ MORE: 5 Winners and 5 Losers from Australia Who left Melbourne on a high? Iwasa finished fourth in last years F2 standings, taking three race victories and three further podiums across the season, along with one pole position. He made the move to the Japan-based Super Formula championship for 2024, scoring points on debut at the Suzuka opener earlier this month. While the outing will mark Iwasas practice debut, it will not be his first time in an F1 car, having driven for the then-named AlphaTauri at last years F1 post-season test in Abu Dhabi.
Johannes Franciscus Verstappen (pronounced [ˈjɔs vɛrˈstɑpə(n)]; born 4 March 1972) is a Dutch retired racing driver who competed in Formula One for Benetton, Simtek, Footwork Arrows, Tyrrell, Stewart, and Minardi. Verstappen was the German Formula Three champion and Masters of Formula Three winner in 1993. In Formula 1, Verstappen raced for seven different teams during eight seasons. From 1994 through 2003, he scored two podium finishes in his career, the first Dutch F1 racer to do so.Since leaving F1, Verstappen won races in A1 Grand Prix and Le Mans Series LMP2 races, winning the 24 hours of Le Mans' 2008 LMP2 class.Verstappen has coached his son Max from an early age in karting, through to Max's successes as an F1 driver becoming the 2021, 2022 and 2023 Formula One Drivers' Champion. Jos has also served as a manager for Max.
The 2019 Japanese Grand Prix (formally known as the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix 2019) was a Formula One racing event held on 13 October 2019 at the Suzuka International Racing Course in Suzuka in the Mie Prefecture, Japan. The race was the 17th round of the 2019 Formula One World Championship and marked the 45th running of the Japanese Grand Prix. The 2019 event was the 35th time that the race had been run as a World Championship event since the inaugural season in 1950, and the 31st time that it had been held at Suzuka.
Feature Senior Editor Ricciardo explains why 2024 struggles with RB are different to his time at McLaren Wolff names first choice to replace Hamilton at Mercedes as he sets timeline for decision Vasseur warns Ferrari not to get carried away after sensational Australia 1-2 We were going to be in the mix for points Ocon rues missed opportunity in Australia after tear-off wrecks his race PALMER: Why Williams never should have handed Sargeants car to Albon in Melbourne Carlos Sainz executed one of the most impressive recoveries ever seen in F1 after winning the Australian Grand Prix just 16 days after having surgery for appendicitis. In what has been a rollercoaster 2024 already for the Spaniard, his triumph in Melbourne looks sure to be remembered as one of the greatest comebacks in this sport. But he is by no means the first to overcome huge adversity and succeed back in the cockpit. Here are 10 other remarkable and inspiring injury comeback stories from the F1 history books..
Poll RACE PREDICTOR: Vote for who you think will finish on the podium for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Max Verstappen secured his second pole position of 2024 and the 34th of his career in Jeddah as he prepares to line up on the front row for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. As was the case in Bahrain he will have Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc for company at the front, with the Dutchman hoping to secure victory once again in his RB20 machine. But can Ferrari mount a challenge on the reigning world champion? READ MORE: Verstappen takes pole position for Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as he heads Leclerc and Perez Theres also last years Saudi Arabian Grand Prix winner Sergio Perez to consider. The Mexicans prowess on street circuits is talked about often enough and, having secured P3 on the grid for Saturdays race, he could also be in contention for top spot once the chequered flag is waved. The likes of Fernando Alonso, McLaren and Mercedes will also hope to be vying for a podium spot when the racing action gets underway in Jeddah and of course there will be plenty of eyes on teenage rookie Oliver Bearman who has stepped up to replace Carlos Sainz over the weekend.
News TECH WEEKLY: How Ferrari, Aston Martin and Kick Sauber initiated the 2024 development race in Australia Its very encouraging Hulkenberg and Magnussen hail teamwork as Haas score double points finish in Australia F1 NATION: What next for Sainz, Verstappen's DNF and Williams' driver call Its our Australian Grand Prix review 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix tickets on sale now 5 Winners and 5 Losers from Australia Who left Melbourne on a high? Toto Wolff was left struggling to see the positives after both Mercedes drivers retired from the Australian Grand Prix, with the team boss admitting that the outfits continued problems have left him wanting to punch himself on the nose. The squad endured a challenging weekend at the Albert Park Circuit which culminated in a disastrous outcome on race day, where Lewis Hamilton recorded a DNF following a mechanical issue on Lap 17. READ MORE: Its tough on the spirit Hamilton brands 2024 the worst start to an F1 season he's ever had George Russell later crashed out of the running on the penultimate lap as he tried to chase Fernando Alonso for P6, with Alonso subsequently being handed a 20-second penalty for potentially dangerous driving in the moments before the accident. With this coming as part of another difficult start to the season for the team, Wolff conceded that the situation was tough to take, super tough. I would be lying if I would say at any moment I feel positive about the situation and optimistic," he continued.
British rookie Oliver Bearman replaced Carlos Sainz at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, finishing in seventh place after starting in 11th with only an hour of practice. Bearman became the youngest Briton to start or finish a Formula 1 race and the third-youngest driver from any country to start an F1 race. He impressed by holding off Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton on worn tyres. Bearman was praised by Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and fans voted him as the driver of the day.
Carlos Sainz wins the Australian Grand Prix as Max Verstappen retires in the early laps of the race, with Hamilton struggling and eventually retiring on Lap 17. Sergio Perez starts from P6 due to a penalty. The event saw a high turnout of over 120,000 spectators, including local interest with Australian driver Oscar Piastri. Williams only fields one car due to damage, and Lewis Hamilton plans to move to Ferrari at the end of the season.
News MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: Why the DRS detection point was pivotal in the incident that saw Russell crash and Alonso penalised What the teams said Race day in Australia Russell and Alonso offer opposing views on incident that led to crash in Australian Grand Prix It hurts everybody Red Bull say lots of lessons to take from first mechanical retirement since Melbourne 2022 EXPLAINED: He made no contact with Russell so why did Alonso cop a 20-second penalty for his part in the crash? Charles Leclerc was left with mixed feelings after the Australian Grand Prix despite the race on paper being perfect for Ferrari, as they took home a 1-2 and the bonus point for fastest lap. But with Carlos Sainz emerging a comfortable victor over the Monegasque driver, it was clear that the result left Leclerc a touch frustrated. READ MORE: Verstappen explains 'really weird' cause of early retirement from Australian Grand Prix His problems really began on Saturday, as he tried to be too aggressive in qualifying and wound up paying the price with a P5 grid slot to his team mates P2. That at least became fourth thanks to Sergio Perezs grid penalty, but still left Leclerc playing catch up on a day where Sainz didnt put a foot wrong in recording Ferraris first victory of the year. Leclerc had to work hard for his podium, undercutting Lando Norris who was ahead on track, before doing everything he could to put pressure on his team mate ahead.
The Japanese Grand Prix (Japanese: 日本グランプリ, romanized: Nihon-guranpuri) is a motor racing event in the calendar of the Formula One World Championship. Historically, Japan has been one of the last races of the season, and as such the Japanese Grand Prix has been the venue for many title-deciding races, with 13 World Drivers' Champions being crowned over the 36 World Championship Japanese Grands Prix that have been hosted. Japan was the only Asian nation to host a Formula One race (including the Pacific Grand Prix) until Malaysia joined the calendar in 1999.The first two Formula One Japanese Grands Prix in 1976 and 1977 were held at the Fuji Speedway, before Japan was taken off the calendar. It returned in 1987 at Suzuka, which hosted the Grand Prix exclusively for 20 years and gained a reputation as one of the most challenging Formula One circuits. In 1994 and 1995, Japan also hosted the Pacific Grand Prix at the TI Circuit, making Japan one of only nine countries to host more than one Grand Prix in the same season (the others being Austria, Bahrain, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Spain and the USA). In 2007 the Grand Prix moved back to the newly redesigned Fuji Speedway. After a second race at Fuji in 2008, the race returned to Suzuka in 2009, as part of an alternating agreement between the owners of Fuji Speedway and Suzuka Circuit, perennial rivals Toyota and Honda. However, in July 2009, Toyota announced it would not host the race at Fuji Speedway in 2010 and beyond due to a downturn in the global economy, and so the Japanese Grand Prix was held at Suzuka instead. Suzuka has hosted the Japanese Grand Prix every year since 2009, apart from in 2020 and 2021 when the Grands Prix were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The event is due to take place at the Suzuka Circuit until at least 2029.
Podcast F1 QUIZ: 10 tricky questions on the history of the Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 Exhibition to make North American debut in Toronto Ferrari provide update on Sainz ahead of Australian Grand Prix with reserve driver Bearman on call in Melbourne What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2024 Australian Grand Prix? How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Australian Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro A Formula 1 winner in his first season, Oscar Piastri has his sights set on more success. At McLaren, alongside Lando Norris, guided by Team Principal Andrea Stella and manager Mark Webber, hes right where he needs to be. Speaking to Tom Clarkson on this weeks episode of Beyond The Grid , Oscar reflects on his rookie year in F1, his Sprint victory ahead of Max Verstappen in Qatar last year, on-track clashes and off-track discussions with Lewis Hamilton, and why at his home race in Melbourne hell be fuelled by his Grandmas baking as well as the Australian crowd. LISTEN: Explore the Beyond The Grid archive here, including interviews with Piastri's fellow Aussie legends Mark Webber, Daniel Ricciardo and Mick Doohan To listen to the episode, hit go on the audio player below or click here to listen on your preferred podcasting platform. This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies.
Technical F1 Unlocked Technical Contributors Aston Martin hope to make Alonsos F1 future decision as difficult as possible while two-time champ weighs up options Albon admits Williams will have to be sensible at upcoming races amid chassis shortage Vasseur feels Ferraris success in Australia shows Red Bull can make mistakes under pressure F1 NATION: Ferrari in the fight, McLaren in the mix and Ricciardo's struggles it's our Japanese GP preview McLaren announce several organisational changes as new signing Sanchez leaves team One of the interesting stories to emerge from Oliver Bearmans spectacular stand-in performance for Carlos Sainz at Ferrari, in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, was his enforced adaptation to Sainzs steering wheel controls. Although Bearman had driven the Ferrari in the simulator several times, it had always been with Charles Leclercs steering wheel layout. Drivers tend to personalise the controls to their preferences, especially well-established ones such as Sainz. But Leclerc had always retained the standard layout, as it was originally designed. LIGHTS TO FLAG: Aguri Suzuki on that Suzuka podium, seat-sharing with Brundle, and running his own F1 team Tsunoda 'proving to the people' with his performances as he reflects on strong start to 2024 From backmarker brilliance to stand-in stars 10 times F1 drivers put themselves in the shop window with stunning performances I know Id be ready to go Bearmans very realistic option on the 2025 F1 grid after his super-sub Ferrari showing Vasseur feels Ferraris success in Australia shows Red Bull can make mistakes under pressure.
Russell insists there's potential in the Mercedes car after being hindered by big red alarms' in Bahrain George Russell was hindered by 'big red alarms' as the Mercedes man had to settle for P5 in Bahrain. A brilliant getaway from third on the grid saw Russell overtake Charles Leclerc on the second lap, the Ferrari man unable to stay in touch with his Mercedes rival. But from that promising start, things soon unraveled for Russell as overheating issues forced him to lift and coast, costing him not just lap time but race positions too. Sergio Perez was the first to make his way past the Mercedes, Carlos Sainz soon followed and later Leclerc managed to fight back past his rival, leaving Russell fifth at the flag and under pressure from the McLaren of Lando Norris behind. FACTS AND STATS: Red Bull tie Williams win tally in first-ever retirement-free season opener I made a good move on Charles [Leclerc] and I thought here we go, said Russell.
11 March 2024 Feature 6 Winners and 5 Losers from Saudi Arabia Who impressed under the lights in Jeddah? News Vasseur reflects on fantastic Bearman performance in Saudi Arabia as Haas boss Komatsu calls him the total package News Stroll says he needs to reset ahead of Australia as he explains cause of Saudi Arabian Grand Prix crash News Leclerc says its a matter of time before Bearman joins F1 grid after Saudi stand-in performance News Alonso hails step in the right direction for Aston Martin after battling with rivals en route to P5 in Jeddah Discover more news It proved to be a frustrating Saturday evening at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix for the Mercedes team, with George Russell spending much of the race struggling to get past Fernando Alonso while Lewis Hamiltons strategy gamble didnt quite pay off. After locking out the fourth row of the grid, Russell and Hamilton ended up on different strategies when a Safety Car was called following a crash for Lance Stroll on Lap 6 of 50, with Russell among the many drivers to pit for hard tyres while Hamilton was one of just four to stay out on the medium compound. READ MORE: Verstappen seals assured victory in Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as Bearman scores points on debut From there Russell was unable to make much headway while running behind Alonso and, despite increasingly applying pressure to the Aston Martin in the latter stages of the event, had to settle for sixth place, ultimately crossing the line four seconds behind the two-time world champion. Asked for his reflections after the race, Russell joked: The reflection was just seeing Fernandos backside the whole race! I was between 1.1 and 1.
Carlos Sainz's victory at the Australian Grand Prix positions him as a strong contender amidst discussions of being Formula 1's most underrated driver. Despite being a free agent for 2025 after being replaced by Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari, Sainz's recent performance at Melbourne showcased his racing prowess, leading a Ferrari one-two finish. He has consistently performed well, finishing on the podium in Bahrain and being the only driver other than Verstappen to win in F1's last 21 races. Sainz's underrated status is highlighted by his omission from discussions about elite drivers in the sport.
Ferrari achieved a 1-2 finish at the Australian Grand Prix, their first since 2004, with Carlos Sainz winning and Charles Leclerc in second place, both securing fastest lap points. Team boss Fred Vasseur remains grounded despite the success, focusing on the team's performance improvement and not on rival teams. The Ferrari squad celebrated the victory in Melbourne.
News I know Id be ready to go Bearmans very realistic option on the 2025 F1 grid after his super-sub Ferrari showing Traffic lights, tacos and moustaches Getting to know the real Yuki Tsunoda Opening weekend of new Champions of the Future Academy gets underway with F1 ACADEMY collaboration A power move, an Indiba machine and Band of Brothers Sainz's extraordinary 16 days that culminated in his Melbourne victory From backmarker brilliance to stand-in stars 10 times F1 drivers put themselves in the shop window with stunning performances While Ayao Komatsu was suitably delighted with Haass haul of points at the Australian Grand Prix, he believes there is more to come from the team going forward after admitting Kevin Magnussens strategy wasnt right. Magnussen followed team mate Nico Hulkenberg home at Albert Park as the Haas machines crossed the line in ninth and 10th, marking their first double score since Austria in 2022 and adding to the Germans top 10 finish at the previous round in Saudi Arabia. READ MORE: Its very encouraging Hulkenberg and Magnussen hail teamwork as Haas score double points finish in Australia Following a winter of upheaval at Haas, which saw Komatsu take over from Guenther Steiner as team boss and technical chief Simone Resta depart , the results marked a welcome return for the operation. This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences Race Highlights: 2024 Australian Grand Prix Its amazing, Komatsu told Sky Sports F1 .
Christian Horner has admitted that Red Bull's current "nemesis" Carlos Sainz - the only driver from a rival team to win races in the past 16 months - cannot be discounted as a contender for the vacant seat at the F1 world champions for 2025. Sainz, who began his F1 career as a Red Bull-backed driver at what was Toro Rosso alongside Max Verstappen in 2015, broke his former team-mate's nine-race winning streak with an accomplished drive for Ferrari in Melbourne on Sunday. The victory came just 15 days after the Spanish driver underwent surgery to remove his appendix. Verstappen's winning run had started in Japan last September - the race after Sainz at the Singapore GP had ended the Dutchman's record of 10 wins in succession. Sainz is currently without a drive for next season after Ferrari in February signed seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton to replace him.
McLaren 'easily good enough for front row' in Bahrain says disappointed Norris McLaren's Lando Norris had to resign himself to a P7 start for the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix a frustrating state of affairs for the Briton, who believed he had the pace to join pole-sitter Max Verstappen on the front row. McLaren had sufficient pace in the new-for-2024 MCL38 for both Norris and team mate Oscar Piastri to breeze through to Q3 on Friday night at the Bahrain International Circuit. READ MORE: Verstappen beats Leclerc and Russell to pole for season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix But a lairy moment from Norris on his final Q3 lap cost him what he believed was "easily" a shot at the front row. This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences The car was easily good enough for a front row Norris laments driver errors on final Q3 run Asked if hed got everything out of qualifying, Norris replied: Absolutely not.
Mercedes suffered their first double retirement in over five years at the Australian Grand Prix as frustration grows at a team that dominated F1 for several years. Lewis Hamilton is having his worst start to a season in F1 with just eight points to his name after three races in his final year at Mercedes before he joins Ferrari in 2025. George Russell has outqualified and outperformed Hamilton in every meaningful session so far this year but is just seventh in the drivers' championship following his accident at the end of Sunday's race in Melbourne. Russell was battling for sixth place against Fernando Alonso until he crashed while Hamilton was fighting for the lower points-paying positions when his engine failed and he came to a halt on Lap 16. In qualifying, Hamilton was knocked out in Q2, which was his worst qualifying at the Australian Grand Prix since 2010.
Norris hopeful McLaren can hit back against rivals after not nice car feeling in Bahrain Lando Norris was left feeling happy with his sixth place in the Bahrain Grand Prix after what he called a difficult day in the McLaren, despite the team matching the pace of Mercedes. The Briton started from P7 on the grid and faced some early struggles with his rear tyres before his pace improved as the race wore on. He crossed the finish line just under two seconds away from George Russell in fifth place. READ MORE: Verstappen storms to victory in action-packed season-opening Bahrain GP While Norris spoke of some struggles with the conditions and the car after the race, the 24-year-old was glad to see that the teams performance had ultimately matched their expectations. It didnt feel great [on track], but then when you look at things, we were the same pace as Mercedes which is pretty much where we expected to be, and I think we should be happy with that, said Norris.
Fernando Alonso was given a 20-second time penalty for potentially causing George Russell's crash at the Australian Grand Prix, where Russell's car hit a barrier and ended up teetering on its side. The stewards ruled that Alonso's driving was extraordinary as they battled for sixth place, with Russell claiming Alonso's unexpected deceleration forced him to brake suddenly. The incident occurred at Turn 7, with Russell hitting the wall at around 100mph. Ultimately, Alonso was partly exonerated of deliberate dangerous driving but was penalized for his actions.
The 1976 Japanese Grand Prix1 was a Formula One motor race held at Fuji Speedway on 24 October 1976. It was the 16th and final race of the 1976 Formula One World ChampionshipThe 1976 World Championship was to be decided at the Mount Fuji circuit, with Niki Lauda just three points ahead of James Hunt after a season full of incidents including Lauda's near-fatal crash at the Nürburgring and subsequent missed races.
News TECH WEEKLY: The enforced change for Bearman that made his drive in Jeddah all the more impressive Albon admits Williams will have to be sensible at upcoming races amid chassis shortage Vasseur feels Ferraris success in Australia shows Red Bull can make mistakes under pressure F1 NATION: Ferrari in the fight, McLaren in the mix and Ricciardo's struggles it's our Japanese GP preview McLaren announce several organisational changes as new signing Sanchez leaves team Aston Martin team boss Mike Krack has explained that it is his, and the squads, mission to make Fernando Alonsos decision over his F1 future as difficult as possible by giving him the best possible car as the 2024 campaign develops. Alonso, now aged 42, stated pre-season that he initially needs to decide whether he wants to commit to the future and take on another stint in F1, while his first priority would be to sit down with Aston Martin after the tremendous start to their partnership in 2023. READ MORE: We need to improve Alonso rues very difficult weekend for Aston Martin in Australia However, he also acknowledged that Im probably attractive to other teams, given the Spaniard is one of only three world champions on the grid, with the likes of Red Bull and Mercedes yet to confirm their full line-ups for 2025. Speaking to Sky Sports F1 at the Australian Grand Prix, Krack provided an update on where Aston Martin were regarding talks with Alonso, saying: The situation is unchanged, actually, from two weeks ago [in Saudi Arabia]. Alonso joined Aston Martin in 2023, scoring eight podiums across his first season with the team Fernando made it clear, I think, to everybody that he needs to decide what he wants to do in the future.
During the Australian Grand Prix, Fernando Alonso received a 20-second time penalty for his part in an incident with George Russell, leading to him dropping from sixth to eighth place without making contact with Russell. This penalty was imposed for potentially dangerous driving, with Alonso also receiving three penalty points on his licence.
OFFICIAL GRID: Who starts where for the 2024 opener in Sakhir, with four teams in the top six It was a 33rd pole position for world champion Max Verstappen in Friday's Sakhir qualifying session, but the Red Bull man had to work for it, with the likes of Ferrari, Mercedes and Aston Martin pushing him hard. Charles Leclerc starts alongside Verstappen on the front row, with George Russell and Carlos Sainz lining up behind them. Then comes the second Red Bull of Sergio Perez and the green Aston of Fernando Alonso. STRATEGY GUIDE: What are the possible race strategies for the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix? At the other end of the grid, it's set to be a tough race for the Kick Sauber and Alpine teams. For the former, Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu qualified 16th and 17th respectively.
The 2024 Australian Grand Prix anticipates softer compounds, multiple stops, degradation, wear, and graining, altering race day dynamics. The 2023 race saw numerous flags, Safety Car periods, red flags, and VSC, necessitating strategic adaptability and flexibility for drivers and teams. Daniel Ricciardo aims to reconnect with fans, Oscar Piastri prepares for his sophomore home race, Williams' decision to bench Sargeant impacts their 2024 season, Kevin Magnussen reflects on a transformative Grand Prix, and Lewis Hamilton navigates challenges after a Q2 exit in Australia.
The 2023 Austrian Grand Prix (officially known as the Formula 1 Rolex Großer Preis von Österreich 2023) was a Formula One motor race, which was held on 2 July 2023 at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria. It was the ninth round of the 2023 Formula One World Championship and the second Grand Prix weekend of the 2023 season to utilise the sprint format.Both races were won by Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen, who started on pole position for both. The weekend saw numerous penalties be given to drivers for track limits violations.
Fernando Alonso Díaz (Spanish pronunciation: [feɾˈnando aˈlonso ˈði.aθ] ; born 29 July 1981) is a Spanish racing driver currently competing for Aston Martin in Formula One. He won the series' World Drivers' Championship in 2005 and 2006 with Renault, and has also driven for McLaren, Ferrari, and Minardi. With Toyota, Alonso won the 24 Hours of Le Mans twice, in 2018 and 2019, and the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2018–19. He also won the 24 Hours of Daytona with Wayne Taylor Racing in 2019. As of 2024, Alonso is the only driver to win both the F1 World Drivers' Championship and the World Endurance Championship, even if the World Sportscar Championship is included in WEC.Born in Oviedo, Asturias to a working-class family, Alonso began kart racing at the age of three and achieved success in local, national, and world championships. He progressed to car racing at the age of 17, winning the Euro Open by Nissan in 1999 and was fourth in the International Formula 3000 Championship of 2000. He debuted in Formula One with Minardi in 2001 before joining Renault as a test driver for 2002. Promoted to a race seat in 2003, Alonso won two drivers' championships in 2005 and 2006, becoming the youngest pole-sitter, youngest race winner, youngest world champion, and youngest two-time champion in the sport's history at the time. After finishing just one point behind eventual champion Kimi Räikkönen with McLaren in 2007, he returned to Renault for 2008 and 2009 and won two races in the former year for fifth overall. Alonso drove for Ferrari from 2010 to 2014, finishing runner-up to Sebastian Vettel in 2010, 2012, and 2013 with the title battles in 2010 and 2012 going down to the last race of the season. A second stint with McLaren (this time with Honda engines) from 2015 to 2018 resulted in no further success. After a two-year sabbatical, Alonso returned to Formula One in 2021 with Alpine. At the 2021 Qatar Grand Prix, Alonso scored his first podium in seven years. At the 2022 Singapore Grand Prix, he broke the record for most starts in Formula One. Alonso moved to Aston Martin for the 2023 season, where he saw great success at the beginning of the season, with six podium finishes in the first eight races. At the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Alonso scored his 100th podium by finishing third, becoming one of six drivers in the series' history to achieve that feat.Alonso has won 32 Grands Prix, earned 22 pole positions, and scored 2269 points from 378 starts. He is currently the only Spanish Formula One driver to have won the World Championship. Until Carlos Sainz's maiden win at the 2022 British Grand Prix, Alonso was the only Spaniard to win a Formula One Grand Prix. Alonso won the 2001 Race of Champions Nations Cup with the rally driver Jesús Puras and the motorcyclist Rubén Xaus for Team Spain and thrice entered the Indianapolis 500 in 2017, 2019 and 2020. He has been awarded the Prince of Asturias Award for Sports, the Premios Nacionales del Deporte Sportsman of the Year Award and the Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sports Merit and has twice been inducted into the FIA Hall of Fame. Alonso runs an esports and junior racing team and is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
Yuki Tsunoda admits he needs to improve his emotional control in the car to be considered for a future spot in Red Bull after a spat with teammate Daniel Ricciardo at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Tsunoda let Ricciardo pass as instructed but later engaged in a tense moment with him post-race, narrowly avoiding contact. Ricciardo hinted at immaturity in the situation and mentioned a team discussion. Tsunoda, reflecting on the incident, emphasized unity with the team and understanding each other despite initial frustrations over team orders.
Oscar Piastri, a rising Australian Formula 1 driver, is set to compete in the Australian Grand Prix with increased recognition and expectations after a strong performance at Albert Park in 2023. McLaren's Zak Brown praises Piastri's growth over the past year, aiming for a podium finish alongside teammate Lando Norris. Piastri displayed promising results in practice sessions ahead of the race, while fellow Australian Daniel Ricciardo also geared up for the event. Despite challenges like Albon's crash affecting Williams, the anticipation is high for an exciting race in Melbourne.
Triple world champion Max Verstappen stated the possibility of leaving Formula One after his Red Bull contract ends in 2028, amidst a feud between his father Jos and team principal Christian Horner. Verstappen remains content at Red Bull for now but is undecided about his future beyond 2028. Recent tensions arose from allegations against Horner, leading to uncertainty about the team's unity. Despite this, Verstappen remains focused on his contract with Red Bull and upcoming races.
Carlos Sainz Vázquez de Castro (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkaɾlos ˈsajnθ ˈβaθkeθ ðe ˈkastɾo] (born 1 September 1994) is a Spanish racing driver currently competing in Formula One for Scuderia Ferrari. He is the son of Carlos Sainz Sr., a double World Rally Champion.In 2012, Sainz raced in the British and European Formula 3 championships for Carlin. He raced for DAMS in the 2014 Formula Renault 3.5 season, winning the championship before moving to F1 with Toro Rosso. Sainz joined Renault for the 2017 and 2018 seasons. Sainz moved to McLaren for the 2019 season, while at the same time ending his contract with Red Bull Racing. At the 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix Sainz took his maiden Formula One podium finish with third. Sainz moved to Ferrari at the end of the 2020 season. At the 2022 British Grand Prix, Sainz took his maiden Formula One pole position and career win. He achieved his second Formula One win at the 2023 Singapore Grand Prix, after starting on pole position for the fifth time in his career. He is due to leave Ferrari at the end of 2024 to make way for Lewis Hamilton.
Carlos Sainz Cenamor (born 12 April 1962) is a Spanish rally driver. He won the World Rally Championship drivers' title with Toyota in 1990 and 1992, and finished runner-up four times. Constructors' world champions to have benefited from Sainz are Subaru (1995), Toyota (1999) and Citroën (2003, 2004 and 2005). In the 2018 season he was one of the official drivers of the Team Peugeot Total. He received the Princess of Asturias Sports Award in 2020. Sainz founded the Acciona | Sainz XE Team to join Extreme E and competed in the first two seasons alongside Laia Sanz.Nicknamed El Matador, Sainz previously held the WRC record for most career starts until Finnish co-driver Miikka Anttila broke the record. He was also the first non-Nordic driver to win the 1000 Lakes Rally in Finland. He came close to repeating the feat at the Swedish Rally, finishing second four times and third twice. Alongside his WRC successes, he has won the Dakar Rally (2010, 2018, 2020, 2024), the Race of Champions (1997) and the Asia-Pacific Rally Championship (1990). His co-drivers were Antonio Boto, Luis Moya, Marc Martí and Lucas Cruz.His son, Carlos Sainz Jr., is also a professional racing driver, currently competing for Scuderia Ferrari in Formula One. He also has an older brother named Antonio Sainz, born on 10 December 1957, who was also a rally driver.
Lewis Hamilton's retirement at the Australian Grand Prix marks his worst start to a Formula One season, with the seven-time world champion on only eight points after three races, an even poorer start than his 2009 season. Despite the setbacks, Hamilton remains positive, acknowledging the challenges but expressing gratitude and determination to bounce back. Mercedes, as a team, also faced difficulties with Hamilton's teammate George Russell suffering a DNF. Hamilton admitted the demoralizing effect of such poor results on the Mercedes team.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff will be absent from the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka, a decision planned before the season started, unrelated to the team's performance in Australia. Lewis Hamilton's engine failure in Australia marked his worst start in 18 seasons, with teammate George Russell also facing challenges. Wolff's absence will be managed by senior members of the Brackley team, as he continues to remotely oversee operations. Mercedes, under Wolff's leadership, faces difficulties in the new Formula 1 season after a historic streak of eight consecutive constructors' titles.
Williams Grand Prix Engineering Limited, currently racing in Formula One as Williams Racing, is a British Formula One team and constructor. It was founded by Sir Frank Williams (1942–2021) and Sir Patrick Head. The team was formed in 1977 after Frank Williams's earlier unsuccessful F1 operation: Frank Williams Racing Cars (which later became Wolf–Williams Racing in 1976). The team is based in Grove, Oxfordshire, on a 60-acre (24 ha) site.The team's first race was the 1977 Spanish Grand Prix, where the new team ran a March chassis for Patrick Nève. Williams started manufacturing its own cars the following year, and Clay Regazzoni won Williams's first race at the 1979 British Grand Prix. At the 1997 British Grand Prix, Jacques Villeneuve scored the team's 100th race victory, making Williams one of only five teams in Formula One, alongside Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes, and Red Bull Racing to win 100 races. Williams won nine Constructors' Championships between 1980 and 1997. This was a record until Ferrari won its tenth championship in 2000.Notable drivers for Williams include: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nigel Mansell, Damon Hill, David Coulthard, Jenson Button, Juan Pablo Montoya, Alain Prost, Nelson Piquet, Ayrton Senna, Riccardo Patrese, Valtteri Bottas, Felipe Massa and Jacques Villeneuve. Of these drivers, Jones, Rosberg, Mansell, Hill, Piquet, Prost, and Villeneuve won the Drivers' title with the team. Of those who have won the championship with Williams, only Jones, Rosberg and Villeneuve defended their title while still with the team; as Piquet moved to Lotus after winning the 1987 championship; Mansell left F1 to compete in the CART series after winning the 1992 championship, Prost retired after winning the 1993 championship, and Hill moved to Arrows after winning the 1996 championship. None of Williams's Drivers' Champions went on to win another championship after their success with Williams.Williams have worked with many engine manufacturers, most successfully with Renault, winning five of their nine Constructors' titles with the company. Along with Ferrari, McLaren, Benetton and Renault, Williams is one of a group of five teams that won every Constructors' Championship between 1979 and 2008 and every Drivers' Championship from 1984 to 2008. Williams also has business interests beyond Formula One. They have established Williams Advanced Engineering and Williams Hybrid Power, who take technology originally developed for Formula One and adapt it for commercial applications. In April 2014, Williams Hybrid Power was sold to GKN. In May 2020, Williams announced they were seeking buyers for a portion of the team due to poor financial performance in 2019 and that they had terminated the contract of title sponsor ROKiT. On 21 August 2020, Williams was acquired by Dorilton Capital. Frank and Claire Williams stepped down from being Manager and Deputy Manager of the team on 6 September 2020, with the 2020 Italian Grand Prix being their last time in their respective positions.
The McLaren MCL35 is a Formula One car that was designed under the direction of James Key and constructed by McLaren to compete in the Formula One World Championship. The car was originally intended to compete in the 2020 season only, but as the championship was heavily disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the lifespan of all 2020 cars was extended into 2021. McLaren produced an upgraded version of the car, the McLaren MCL35M, for the 2021 championship as the team returned to using Mercedes engines. Both variants of the car were considered competitive and the team's results improved considerably during the two seasons it was used in, with McLaren regularly the third-fastest team and significantly closer to the leading teams than had been the case since the turbo-hybrid era began in 2014.The MCL35 represented a substantial development over its predecessor, the MCL34, featuring a new design that increased aerodynamic efficiency and was better optimized for Renault engines. The MCL35 made its début at the 2020 Austrian Grand Prix after the start of the season was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It was driven by Carlos Sainz Jr. and Lando Norris. McLaren finished in third place in the World Constructors' Championship for the first time since 2012 and achieved podiums at the Austrian and Italian Grands Prix, while also claiming three fastest laps and setting a track record at the Red Bull Ring.In 2021, the MCL35M was driven by Norris and Daniel Ricciardo. The updated car made its competitive début at the first race of the season, the 2021 Bahrain Grand Prix, and set two fastest laps, one pole position, and scored five podiums in total. The car took McLaren's first win since 2012 and first one-two finish since 2010 at the Italian Grand Prix. McLaren finished fourth in the Constructors' Championship, losing third place to Ferrari.
The 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship is a motor racing championship for Formula One cars and is the 75th running of the Formula One World Championship. It is recognised by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the governing body of international motorsport, as the highest class of competition for open-wheel racing cars. The championship is contested over a record twenty-four Grands Prix held around the world. It began in March and will end in December.Drivers and teams compete for the titles of World Drivers' Champion and World Constructors' Champion, respectively. Max Verstappen is the reigning Drivers' Champion, while his team, Red Bull Racing-Honda RBPT, are the reigning Constructors' Champions.
Logan Hunter Sargeant (born December 31, 2000) is an American racing driver who competes in Formula One for Williams Racing. He previously competed in the 2022 FIA Formula 2 Championship driving for Carlin Motorsport, finishing fourth overall in the standings. He is the younger brother of former NASCAR driver Dalton Sargeant.
Hamilton explains where hes lacking confidence in car after big moments in Saudi Arabia practice Lewis Hamilton admitted he was struggling with the rear of his Mercedes W15 after Thursdays practice sessions at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, with the seven-time world champion suffering some really big moments out on track. While team mate George Russell found himself near the top of the timesheets in both practice hours, Hamilton did not appear as comfortable with the car throughout the running at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. READ MORE: FP2: Alonso fastest during second practice in Saudi Arabia ahead of Russell and Verstappen The second session proved particularly challenging for the 39-year-old. As well as reporting a loss of power in the final moments of the hour, Hamilton was also investigated afterwards over an impeding incident with Logan Sargeant, with the Williams driver having to take avoiding action after approaching the slow-moving Mercedes. A warning was issued to Hamilton and Mercedes over the matter, and the team were fined 15,000 for failing to tell Hamilton that Sargeant was arriving on a fast lap.
Toto Wolff expressed interest in having Max Verstappen join Mercedes in 2025, acknowledging the need to improve their car first. Verstappen's potential move from Red Bull is influenced by controversies within the team, including the future of Helmut Marko. Verstappen and his father are determined to move away from Christian Horner at Red Bull. Speculation suggests a domino effect involving Lewis Hamilton moving to Ferrari and Fernando Alonso joining Red Bull. Contractual clauses and team dynamics play a significant role in these potential moves.
Podcast BEYOND THE GRID: Laurent Mekies on redefining RBs racing mission and his vision for the future With a brand-new team name, a new leader and a new mission, it's all change at RB in 2024. On the latest episode of F1's Beyond The Grid , Team Principal Laurent Mekies talks about their plans and ambition going forwards. As RB enter the next era of their Formula 1 venture, one question is at the forefront of many observers' minds: is their remit still to develop young drivers for Red Bull Racing? BEYOND THE GRID: Sergio Perez on being stronger in 2024 and why it's so difficult to beat Max Verstappen Outlining his vision to host Tom Clarkson, Mekies talks about making RB more competitive in all areas, while transforming the teams culture and mentality. He also explains how he hopes the combination of Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda will drive them further up the grid. This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies.
Sergio Michel "Checo" Pérez Mendoza (Spanish: [ˈseɾxjo ˈpeɾes] ; born 26 January 1990) is a Mexican racing driver who races in Formula One for Red Bull Racing, having previously driven for Sauber, McLaren, Force India, and Racing Point. He has won 6 Grand Prix races and scored 36 podium finishes.He won his first Grand Prix driving for Racing Point at the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix, breaking the record for the number of starts before a race win at 190. He earned his first Formula One pole position at the 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, breaking the record for the most races before a first pole position at 215. Up until 2012, Pérez was a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy. He made his Formula One debut driving for Sauber during the 2011 season. He took his first Formula One podium at the 2012 Malaysian Grand Prix with Sauber. Due to his young age and performance, he was referred to as "The Mexican Wunderkind". Pérez joined McLaren for the 2013 season, but the team did not score a single podium finish. Subsequently, the team decided to replace Pérez with Kevin Magnussen for the 2014 season.Force India signed Pérez for the 2014 season with a €15 million contract. He remained with Force India when the team went into administration in 2018 and reformed as the Racing Point team for 2019. In 2019, Racing Point signed a three-year extension with Pérez. In September 2020, Racing Point announced that Pérez would be leaving the team at the end of the season as Sebastian Vettel, a four-time F1 world champion, had been signed to replace him. In December, Pérez signed with Red Bull Racing for the 2021 season.He is currently under contract with Red Bull Racing until the end of the 2024 season.
Daniel Joseph Ricciardo ( "Ricardo", Italian: [ritˈtʃardo]; born 1 July 1989) is an Australian and Italian racing driver currently competing in Formula One for RB Formula One Team under the Australian flag. He has achieved eight Grand Prix victories and 32 podiums in Formula One.Ricciardo made his debut at the 2011 British Grand Prix with the HRT team as part of a deal with Red Bull Racing, for whom he was test driving under its sister team Scuderia Toro Rosso. He joined Toro Rosso in 2012 full-time after the team changed its driver lineup and drove a Ferrari-powered car for them in 2012 and 2013. In 2014, Ricciardo was promoted to Red Bull as a replacement for the retiring Mark Webber alongside Sebastian Vettel. In his first season with Red Bull under Renault power, Ricciardo finished third in the championship with his first three Formula One wins, in Canada, Hungary, and Belgium.After two years without a victory, Ricciardo returned to the top of the podium at the 2016 Malaysian Grand Prix, eventually sealing third in the championship for the second time in three years at the 2016 Mexican Grand Prix. He won again for Red Bull at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in 2017 and the Chinese and Monaco Grands Prix in 2018. After 2018, Ricciardo signed with Renault and raced for them in the 2019 and 2020 seasons. He joined McLaren for the 2021 and 2022 Formula One seasons. He obtained his only race win and podium with McLaren at the 2021 Italian Grand Prix. After the 2021 season, Ricciardo was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2022 Australia Day Honours. He left McLaren at the end of 2022 and became the third driver for Red Bull for the 2023 Formula One World Championship. He replaced the outgoing Nyck de Vries at AlphaTauri after the 10th round of the season, on loan from Red Bull Racing, and will continue to race for the team in the 2024 season.
Lando Norris (born 13 November 1999) is a British and Belgian racing driver currently competing in Formula One with McLaren, racing under the British flag. He won the MSA Formula championship in 2015, and the Toyota Racing Series, Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 and Formula Renault 2.0 Northern European Cup in 2016. He also received the McLaren Autosport BRDC Award that year. He subsequently joined the McLaren Young Driver Programme in 2017 and won the 2017 FIA Formula 3 European Championship, competing with Carlin Motorsport. Consequently, he was promoted to the Formula 2 Carlin team, where he finished second in 2018. He was then announced as a McLaren driver in 2018, alongside Carlos Sainz Jr. He achieved his first podium in Formula One at the 2020 Austrian Grand Prix. As of the 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, he jointly holds the record (along with Nick Heidfeld) for the most podiums without a win (13).
Mercedes technical director James Allison has admitted the team's poor start to the 2024 Formula 1 season has raised concerns over the correlation between findings from their simulator and performance on track. Despite an off-season overhaul of the design of their car, Mercedes have not only remained out of contention for race victories during the opening first three races, but appear to have fallen further back from the fight at the front. A lack of performance in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia ensured the highest finish managed by either Lewis Hamilton or George Russell was the latter's fifth in the opening race, before a double DNF at the Australian Grand Prix compounded a continued lack of pace. Even after three days of pre-season testing in Bahrain, Mercedes were optimistic regarding their prospects of taking the fight to reigning constructors' champions Red Bull, but now appear to have accepted that something has gone fundamentally wrong. "There are always correlation issues in every year in every team and there always will be correlation issues between what you see in the factory and what you see on the track because the factory is a sort of reduced version of reality," Allison explained in Mercedes' public post-race debrief.
Max Verstappen's former performance coach Brad Scanes revealed what life is like in the world champion's inner circle, on the latest episode of the Sky Sports F1 Podcast. Scanes spent four seasons working with Red Bull's Verstappen, the last three of which resulted in drivers' titles, before leaving the role at the end of 2023. UK-based Scanes explained how sharing a similar mindset to Verstappen, the driver's father Jos and business manager Raymond Vermeulen helped him to quickly fit in with the group. "I think just clarity of vision," Scanes said. "We were all there to achieve the same thing.
Lewis Hamilton is a British racing driver who has won seven Formula One World Championships. He made his Formula One debut with the McLaren team in 2007, achieving his first career victory in that year's Canadian Grand Prix from his maiden pole position in only his sixth Grand Prix start. Hamilton achieved three more victories that season, becoming the second rookie after Jacques Villeneuve to be World Drivers' Championship runner-up, and equalled Villeneuve's record of most Grand Prix wins in his debut season. The following year, he won five Grands Prix, becoming, at 23 years and 300 days, the youngest driver to win the World Drivers' Championship at the time following a last-lap overtake on Timo Glock at the final round of the season, the wet-weather affected Brazilian Grand Prix. The next four seasons saw Hamilton achieve two victories in 2009, three in each of 2010 and 2011 and four in his final season with McLaren in 2012.He replaced the retired Michael Schumacher at the Mercedes team in 2013. Hamilton finished fourth in the championship, with a solitary victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, in a season dominated by the Red Bull team and its driver Sebastian Vettel. In 2014 and 2015, he achieved his second and third drivers' championships, with 11 and 10 Grand Prix victories, respectively, and developed a rivalry with his Mercedes teammate and former friend Nico Rosberg, with notable race incidents and crashes between the two. Hamilton won 10 more races in 2016, but lost the championship to Rosberg, breaking the record for the most victories in a single season without winning the World Championship. He followed this with four consecutive championships, scoring nine victories in 2017 and 11 each in 2018, 2019 and 2020. During the 2020 season, Hamilton won his 92nd Grand Prix at the Portuguese Grand Prix, breaking Schumacher's record of 91 for the most career Grand Prix victories. He won eight more races in 2021 but did not become World Champion, however, that season saw him become the first driver to achieve 100 victories when he won the Russian Grand Prix. The 2022 season was the first in his career in which he did not win a race. Hamilton ended the 2023 championship in third place with him not winning a race for the second successive year.Hamilton achieved all his 103 victories in cars powered by a Mercedes engine. He took 21 victories racing for McLaren and the remaining 82 at Mercedes. Hamilton has been most successful at the Hungaroring and the Silverstone Circuit, where he has won eight times each, sharing the record with Schumacher for the most victories at the same race track and the same Grand Prix, the British and Hungarian Grands Prix. He also holds the record for winning the most different Grands Prix and race tracks at 31 each, and shares the record for the most consecutive seasons with at least one victory with Schumacher at 15 years in succession. Hamilton's largest margin of victory was at the rain-affected 2008 British Grand Prix, a race in which he finished 68.577 seconds ahead of BMW Sauber's second-placed finisher Nick Heidfeld, while the narrowest margin was at the 2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where he won by 0.439 seconds over Rosberg as he slowed in an unsuccessful attempt to allow other drivers to catch and pass his teammate in one last attempt to win that year's title.
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