FIA clamps down on slow running after Jeddah F1 near-misses

The move follows some close calls in Friday’s practice sessions for the Saudi Arabian GP, and a discussion in the evening’s drivers’ briefing.
However, the new restriction applies only to a short section of track at the end of the lap, immediately after Turn 22, where Charles Leclerc crashed at the end of FP2.
After that session, Lewis Hamilton noted: “It’s definitely a lot worse than a lot …Keep reading
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Haas evaluating bonus scheme idea from Mazepin

Mazepin, who owns the Uralkali company that is title sponsor of Haas, has offered to fund an incentive programme to help encourage staff to stay on board for next year.
Rather than change the terms of his sponsorship deal to help increase the team’s budget, he wants extra money to go direct to staff to help keep them motivated.
Mazepin’s son Nikita explained at the Saudi Arabian Grand …Keep reading
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Alpine: No shootout between Alonso, Piastri for 2023 F1 seat

Alpine announced at the end of last month that Formula 2 championship leader Piastri would serve as its official reserve driver next season after missing out on an F1 graduation.
Piastri is set to leave F2 after just a single season, and is on course to win the championship at the first attempt. The Australian extended his advantage to 40 points with two rounds remaining by taking his fourth …Keep reading
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Red Bull: F1 engine power less important than expected in Jeddah

Red Bull has struggled to match Mercedes for straight-line speed at points in recent races, most notably in Brazil when Lewis Hamilton fought back from being excluded in qualifying to win the race.
More than three-quarters of the lap around the Jeddah Corniche Circuit is taken at full-throttle, which appeared to play towards the strengths of Mercedes’ current package.
Hamilton led both FP1 …Keep reading
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Leclerc wants to thank Ferrari in “best way possible” after crash repairs

Leclerc lost the rear of his car at Turn 22 towards the end of second practice for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, causing him to slam into the barrier at high speed.
The session was immediately red flagged, but Leclerc was able to get out of the car unassisted and told his Ferrari team that he was OK. He underwent routine medical checks before being given the all clear by the doctors.
Ferrari …Keep reading
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