Leclerc not expecting “big changes” from Ferrari F1 power unit upgrade

Ferrari revealed over the summer break that it was working on bringing a “significant” step in performance for its power unit during the second half of the season.
The team announced on Wednesday that it would debut its updated hybrid system at this weekend’s Russian Grand Prix, fitting Leclerc’s car with a new power unit.
Leclerc will take a fresh set of power unit components in …Keep reading

Miami confirms May date for inaugural grand prix in 2022

Miami will become the latest race to debut on the F1 calendar next year, taking up its planned Q2 slot on the schedule.
The race will take place around the Hard Rock Stadium that is home to the Miami Dolphins NFL team at a purpose-built track known as the Miami International Autodrome, with construction already well underway.
With a 23-race F1 calendar set to be finalised by the World Motor …Keep reading

Bottas would accept team orders to support Hamilton’s title bid

Hamilton and Verstappen are separated by just five points at the top of the F1 drivers’ championship, with Bottas a distant 85 points off the lead in third place.
Mercedes has previously employed team orders to try and help Hamilton’s title bids, most notably at the Russian Grand Prix in 2018 when Bottas moved aside to allow his team-mate through to win.
It was a decision that Bottas …Keep reading

Hamilton: Pressure of first title chance could be impacting Verstappen

With the pair coming off the back of another controversial collision at the Italian Grand Prix, Hamilton suggests that an element of the way their rivalry has developed is the vast differences in the experience they have.
While Hamilton has won seven titles, and been involved in three more title contests, Verstappen’s push this year is the first proper shot at a championship he has …Keep reading