The Formula 1 season heads to the iconic Silverstone Circuit for the British Grand Prix, the 10th round of the 2024 campaign. With the competition heating up at the top of the standings, the race promises to be an exciting one, featuring fast-paced action, intense rivalries, and the series’ ongoing sustainability initiatives.
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In a groundbreaking move, Lewis Hamilton’s charity, Mission 44, has officially joined forces with Formula 1 to drive greater diversity and inclusion in the motorsport industry. This strategic partnership will provide crucial support to students from underrepresented backgrounds, empowering the next generation of STEM leaders in the sport.
In a move to promote closer competition in the Dakar Rally, the FIA has announced adjustments to the aerodynamic testing regulations for the 2024 season. The new system will base a team’s wind tunnel and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) allocation on the percentage of points scored, rather than their championship position, allowing teams trailing in the standings to catch up more quickly.
Stéphane Peterhansel continued his impressive run at the Dakar Rally, winning Stage 10 in commanding fashion. However, Sébastien Loeb closed the gap in the overall standings, setting up an intriguing finale to the legendary off-road event.
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen has secured pole position for the upcoming Sprint race at the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix, leaving his closest rival, Lando Norris of McLaren, in second place. The thrilling Sprint Qualifying session sets the stage for an exciting Sprint race tomorrow, where Verstappen will look to extend his advantage at the top of the championship standings.
Reigning Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen is set to make his debut appearance at the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed next month, as part of a major Red Bull Racing presence at the event. Verstappen, Sergio Perez, and a host of former Red Bull drivers will pilot a range of historic and current F1 cars up the famous Goodwood Hill Climb, marking the first time a Formula 1 team has been celebrated on this scale at the festival.
Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen has called on his Red Bull team to deliver more performance upgrades to their car after being narrowly beaten to pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix by McLaren’s Lando Norris. Verstappen expressed concerns about Red Bull’s relative competitiveness, noting that the gap to his teammate Perez was ‘pretty big’ and that he had been required to drive at 101% to compensate for the car’s shortcomings.
The FIA has determined that current Formula 1 front wing designs, including Mercedes’ flexible approach, comply with regulations despite teams pushing the boundaries to gain a competitive edge. This decision impacts the ongoing debate in British GT News about exploiting flexi-wings to improve aerodynamic balance.
The British GT Championship has arrived at the legendary Laguna Seca circuit for a weekend of high-octane racing. In the opening practice session, it was Scott McLaughlin who set the pace, with Colton Herta and Alex Palou rounding out the top three. Fans can expect a thrilling battle as the championship reaches its climax at this iconic track.
As the Dakar Rally community gears up for the upcoming Spanish round, both Ferrari and Red Bull have unveiled extensive upgrade packages for their respective vehicles. The Spanish Grand Prix has long been considered a benchmark event, and teams are eager to showcase their latest advancements.