Ocon: Alpine can be “very dangerous” to F1’s top teams in 2022

The Enstone-based team had a slow start to the 2021 season and did most of its scoring in a chaotic Hungarian Grand Prix, which yielded Ocon’s maiden F1 win.
After the summer break Alpine’s form was patchy but on the good days it managed to score big, notably with Fernando Alonso’ podium in Qatar, that has helped it to pull clear of midfield rival AlphaTauri in their battle over fifth place in …Keep reading

Analysis: Could Todt be poised for shock Ferrari F1 return?

But after a career that has included success in rallying, sportscars and F1, plus three-terms at the helm of motor racing’s governing body, it was unlikely he would simply walk away from the sport.
A report in Corriere della Sera on Wednesday pointed, however, to one potential avenue that could be Todt’s focus over the next few years: a sensational return to Ferrari in a super consultant …Keep reading

Mercedes ends Kingspan F1 deal with immediate effect

Mercedes named Kingspan as a new partner ahead of last week’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, but faced outcry over the company’s involvement in the Grenfell Tower disaster.
Kingspan’s insulation was one of the products that was used on the outside of the tower, and its role in the tragedy that killed 72 people is being probed in public enquiry.
The pressure group Grenfell United, made up of …Keep reading

Red Bull’s 2020 Abu Dhabi F1 dominance means little, says Mercedes

Hamilton and Verstappen are heading in to the final race of the season tied on points, with the driver that finishes ahead on Sunday set to take the crown.
While Mercedes is coming off the back of three consecutive wins, Red Bull took a comfortable victory at the Yas Marina circuit 12 months ago as Verstappen sounded a warning shot to Mercedes heading into this season.
However, Mercedes …Keep reading

Ricciardo: Verstappen-Hamilton title showdown “dream scenario” for F1

Hamilton took victory in a controversial Saudi Arabian Grand Prix last Sunday to draw level on points with Red Bull rival Verstappen ahead of the final race.
It is the first time since 1974 that the championship contenders have entered the final race of the season tied on points. Verstappen sits ahead of Hamilton in the standings as he is ahead on race victories.
Ricciardo – who was …Keep reading