Williams race pace biggest confirmation of F1 progress, says Capito

After a relatively disappointing qualifying session saw him only finish 15th, George Russell had a strong race to ninth place, while his team-mate Nicholas Latifi just missed the points in 11th.
For much of this season the team has struggled to back up its strong qualifying pace in races, with Russell often slipping back.
However, Capito suggested that Monza showed that its Sunday form …Keep reading

Ricciardo: “Surreal” having Monza F1 trophy next to Senna’s

Ricciardo handed McLaren its first win since 2012 at Monza last Sunday, with Lando Norris’ second place ensuring the Woking team’s first 1-2 finish in 11 years.
His victory made Ricciardo the 20th different driver to win an F1 grand prix for McLaren, joining an illustrious list featuring the likes of Senna, Alain Prost, Mika Hakkinen and Lewis Hamilton.
The occasion was not lost on the …Keep reading

Albon owes Russell ‘a couple of beers’ for Williams seat assistance

Red Bull reserve driver Albon will make a return to racing in F1 next year after signing for Williams, having dropped off the grid at the end of the 2020 season.
Albon will partner Nicholas Latifi next year, replacing the Mercedes-bound Russell, who is a close friend of the Anglo-Thai driver.
Albon and Russell raced against each other through much of their careers, stretching back to go …Keep reading