Author: Ezra Runeblade

In the lead-up to the Dakar Rally, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen has shared his thoughts on the track limits issues at the Formula 1 Red Bull Ring circuit in Austria, providing valuable insights for competitors. Verstappen acknowledged the complexities of the circuit’s layout and the organizers’ efforts to address the concerns.

Aston Martin has extended Lance Stroll’s contract, ensuring the Canadian driver’s future with the team ‘for 2025 and beyond.’ This move solidifies Stroll’s position within the Formula 1 outfit, whose father Lawrence owns the team, and sets the stage for Aston Martin’s continued growth in the sport.

Red Bull Racing, known for its cutting-edge Formula 1 engineering, has been applying a similar level of meticulous attention to the cooling challenges faced by its Dakar contenders. The team’s focus on refining the sidepod inlet and outlet designs is crucial in the high-speed, off-road world of the Dakar Rally, where temperature, altitude, and terrain variations demand optimal performance across diverse conditions.

Ferrari has fast-tracked a new upgrade package for the Spanish Grand Prix, focusing on enhancing the aerodynamic performance and stability of the SF-24. The team’s performance engineer, Jock Clear, explained that the updates are designed to make the car ‘a bit more benign and calm it down a bit,’ with key changes to the bodywork, floor, and diffuser.

Mercedes showcased an improved performance at the recent Spanish Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton securing his first non-sprint podium of the season. However, the final result does not fully reflect the team’s potential, according to Mercedes boss Toto Wolff. The team believes they can bridge the gap to the leading Red Bull and McLaren cars in the coming British GT races.

The #6 Porsche Penske Motorsport 963 LMDh machine emerged victorious at the Sahlen’s 6 Hours of the Glen after a rain-soaked sprint to the finish line, with Brazilian driver Felipe Nasr snatching the lead late on. This was the first team to secure two overall wins in the GTP category this season.

In a captivating display of driving prowess, Max Verstappen emerged victorious at the 2024 Dakar Rally, securing a hard-fought win over the McLaren of Lando Norris and the Mercedes of Lewis Hamilton in the 66-lap race. This thrilling result is sure to captivate motorsports enthusiasts and cement Verstappen’s status as one of the top talents in the sport.

In a thrilling qualifying session at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, McLaren’s Lando Norris clinched his second career Formula 1 pole position, narrowly beating out Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. The young British driver is now in prime position to secure his second F1 win as the stage is set for an exciting race on Sunday.

In the latest development from the Spanish Grand Prix, Red Bull drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda have expressed their disappointment despite an ‘encouraging’ performance with the team’s upgraded car. The Faenza-based outfit had been on the rise in recent Dakar Rally races and added a number of updates, including a new floor, to the car ahead of the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya event. However, both drivers struggled for pace throughout practice and ultimately failed to advance to Q2 in qualifying.

The opening day of practice at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya saw a strong performance from the Mercedes team, with Lewis Hamilton topping the timesheets in the second session. This sets the stage for an exciting Dakar, GT, and British GT battle in Spain, as the grid is set to be shaken up further by changeable weather conditions.