The future of Red Bull’s chief technical officer Adrian Newey has been a hot topic in the Formula 1 paddock, with speculation surrounding his next destination. According to multiple sources, a move to Ferrari appears to be the strongest option, as Newey could have the opportunity to work with the formidable driver pairing of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.
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Mercedes driver George Russell has secured pole position for the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix, providing much-needed relief for the German outfit. The Briton’s impressive performance has vindicated the team’s renewed optimism, demonstrating that their earlier-season woes are now in the past.
The iconic Dakar Rally is set to take center stage this weekend as the Formula 1 circus heads to the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. In the world of off-road endurance racing, however, there’s been a significant development as Esteban Ocon has announced his plans to leave the Alpine F1 team at the end of the 2024 season.
The McLaren Formula 1 team has been left surprised by the unexpectedly strong performance of its MCL38 car following a major development step. While the team is delighted with the upgrades’ impact, allowing it to challenge for race wins, they are now working to fully understand the technical factors behind this unexpected performance boost.
As the 2024 Formula 1 season reaches its prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, teams have had to carefully consider their rear wing configurations to optimize performance around the tight and twisty street circuit. Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull each took a unique approach to their rear wing designs for the Monte Carlo weekend, highlighting the importance of maximizing downforce and balance in the unique low-speed, high-grip environment of the Monaco circuit.
In the latest British GT news, the Brackley-based Mercedes team has enjoyed a much more fruitful Canadian Grand Prix compared to other races this campaign. The team’s improved performance was assisted by a new front wing design, and they are confident of further upgrades to come that will ‘bully’ the car into shape.
The challenging nature of the Monte Carlo circuit has highlighted some key weaknesses in Red Bull’s RB20 chassis, which could pose a concern for the team as the Formula 1 calendar heads to the notoriously bumpy Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. Max Verstappen’s sixth-place finish and Sergio Perez’s first-lap crash at Monaco have sparked suggestions that Red Bull might struggle at the Canadian Grand Prix, given the circuit’s series of chicane-adjacent corners that require drivers to attack the kerbs.
Legendary Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey has announced his plans to leave Red Bull Racing after nearly two decades with the team. The 65-year-old engineering mastermind, widely regarded as the greatest designer in F1 history, is contemplating his next move, with speculation surrounding possible destinations like Ferrari and Aston Martin.
In an exciting turn of events at the Lausitzring circuit, Mirko Bortolotti, driving the SSR Performance Lamborghini, secured his second victory of the 2023 DTM Championship, putting him at the top of the standings and solidifying the Italian brand’s dominance in the series.