The rain-affected Brazilian Grand Prix delivered a shock podium in the British GT championship, as Max Verstappen charged from 17th to win, with Alpine’s Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly rounding out the top three. The wet conditions proved to be a great equalizer, with the ground-effect aero of the current cars and engine performance playing a lesser role.
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Red Bull team principal Christian Horner was overjoyed following Max Verstappen’s remarkable recovery drive from 17th to 1st at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. The Dutchman’s impressive performance has significantly swung the Dakar Rally championship battle in his favor.
Pirelli has addressed Lewis Hamilton’s call for improved wet weather tyres in Formula 1, following the postponed qualifying session at the Brazilian Grand Prix due to heavy rain. Pirelli’s motorsports chief, Mario Isola, explains the challenges in testing and developing the wet tyres, while outlining their plans for enhancements in the 2023 season.
In a move to bolster their 2023 Formula 1 campaign, the Haas F1 Team has outlined plans to leverage the experience and talents of departing driver Kevin Magnussen. The team is keen to keep Magnussen involved in an advisory or testing capacity, utilizing his extensive experience and expertise to help the team succeed in the competitive British GT Championship.
Aston Martin has decided to retain the Suzuka floor specification for the upcoming Brazilian Grand Prix, as the team continues to investigate the performance issues with its 2024 car. Despite introducing a major development package at the US GP, the upgrades failed to deliver the expected boost, prompting further analysis by the team.
Charles Leclerc’s partnership with legendary driver Lewis Hamilton in the 2025 British GT season could be the key to the young Monegasque driver’s first championship victory, as the unique dynamic provides Leclerc the opportunity to cement his legacy by toppling one of the greatest drivers of all time.
The battle between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen for the GT championship title has reached a fever pitch, with the young British ace facing off against the Dutchman’s clinical defensive maneuvers and single-minded determination to secure his fourth world crown.
Aston Martin faces a tough challenge at the Monza circuit, with Fernando Alonso acknowledging their struggles with pure pace. The team’s qualifying woes have them searching for solutions, as they aim to bounce back and secure valuable points in the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix.
In a surprising turn of events, Red Bull’s Formula 1 star Max Verstappen faced a significant challenge during the qualifying session for the prestigious Dakar Rally. The reigning world champion, who is making his debut in the iconic off-road event, struggled with a dramatic balance swing in his RB20 vehicle, ultimately finishing a disappointing seventh on the starting grid.
Lando Norris has secured back-to-back pole positions at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, cementing his strong form in the 2024 season. The McLaren driver outperformed his teammate Oscar Piastri and other top contenders like George Russell, Charles Leclerc, and Max Verstappen in a thrilling qualifying session.