How Japan’s first full-time F1 racer accelerated Tsunoda’s rise

From winning the Japanese Formula 4 title to earning an F1 driver in the space of three years, via standout campaigns in FIA Formula 3 and Formula 2 – it’s an impressive rate of progression by anybody’s standards.
But it could have all been quite different without the intervention of a certain Satoru Nakajima, who in 1987 became the first Japanese driver to complete a full season in F1 as …Keep reading
‘Not Nervous at All’ Mick Schumacher on His Feelings Ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix

‘Not Nervous at All’ Mick Schumacher on His Feelings Ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix

Mick Schumacher will make his F1 debut for American team Haas in the 2021 season. The German comes off the back of a dominant F2 season, which saw him win the Championship with Prema Racing. Schumacher will be looking to emulate the legendary legacy left by his father Michael in the sport. Understandably, The rookie…

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‘I’ve Never Seen Him So Angry’ – Ayrton Senna’s Physio Reveals the F1 Legend’s True Reaction to Roland Rotzanberg’s Death

‘I’ve Never Seen Him So Angry’ – Ayrton Senna’s Physio Reveals the F1 Legend’s True Reaction to Roland Rotzanberg’s Death

Ayrton Senna, the three times Formula 1 champion, was one of the most influential racers of all time. The Brazilian driver lost his life in an unfortunate car accident at Imola. He came into the Tamburello corner at high speed, could not control the turn on the car, and hit the concrete wall at 145…

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Alonso: ‘Good sign’ Enstone has changed a lot since last F1 stint

Alonso will make his F1 comeback at this weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix, returning to the grid after spending the last two seasons racing in IndyCar, the World Endurance Championship and the Dakar Rally.
The two-time F1 world champion is beginning his third stint with the Enstone-based operation, having raced for Renault between 2003-2006 and 2008-2009.
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Is the Bahrain Grand Prix a Night Race? How Is a Night Race Different From a Regular Race?

Is the Bahrain Grand Prix a Night Race? How Is a Night Race Different From a Regular Race?

Formula One races are normally held in the daytime. However, the inaugural Singapore Grand Prix, in 2008, introduced the concept of night races. Since then, the Bahrain Grand Prix has adopted the night race format, along with Abu Dhabi. This year’s season-opening Bahrain GP is also a night race, which begins at 18:30 PM. Now,…

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F1 Boss Confirms the Possible Return of Fan Favorite German Grand Prix

F1 Boss Confirms the Possible Return of Fan Favorite German Grand Prix

F1 will embark on a grueling calendar that will see the sport travel to 22 different countries for 23 race weekends. However, the 23-race calendar failed to incorporate either of the two German circuits – the Nurburgring or the Hockenheimring. However, F1 boss Stefano Domenicali has expressed positivity on the German circuits not missing out…

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Former F1 Driver Makes a Bold Claim for Sebastian Vettel & Aston Martin for 2021 Season

Former F1 Driver Makes a Bold Claim for Sebastian Vettel & Aston Martin for 2021 Season

Sebastian Vettel has moved from Ferrari to Aston Martin after a devastating 2020 campaign. The German had his first official outing with the luxury British racing company last weekend. Much to their disappointment, it was not the most ideal start for the new pairing. Vettel had the worst lap time and the fewest kilometers at…

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Max Verstappen Sends a Stern Warning to Red Bull F1 as He Calls Bluff to Mercedes’ Struggles

Max Verstappen Sends a Stern Warning to Red Bull F1 as He Calls Bluff to Mercedes’ Struggles

Red Bull showed ample pace during the three-day pre-season testing at Bahrain, which saw them being crowned as the big winners of testing. While Mercedes’ evident struggles also underscored the Austrian team’s dominance, Max Verstappen is not choosing to take the German team lightly and expects them to come back. Mercedes have had previous instances…

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