Gasly: Expect answer on my F1 future in “two to three weeks”

Gasly has been the subject of intense discussions after this year’s driver market silly season was kickstarted by Alonso’s shock decision to join Aston Martin at the start of the summer break – despite Gasly having a contract to race with AlphaTauri for 2023.
Red Bull is open to allowing Gasly to leave its fold as there is no chance he will be promoted back to its senior squad after his …Keep reading

Ricciardo has no issues with not getting McLaren F1 Singapore updates

The new upgrade package includes a new floor and sidepods, with Norris getting priority on it for Singapore as Ricciardo will take delivery of it next weekend in Japan.
The Australian acknowledged that the Woking team couldn’t ready enough parts to equip both cars this weekend, and that Norris was given first go because he is staying and thus has to learn as much as he can heading into …Keep reading

Miami F1’s fake marina to return in 2023 amid venue tweaks

One of the major talking points at this year’s inaugural event around the Miami Dolphins stadium was a fake marina – made up of a collection of 10 yachts on the inside of Turns 6,7 and 8 which was surrounded by solid vinyl water.
The installation triggered an explosion of photoshopped images and memes and become a major talking point – which delighted circuit bosses as it raised the …Keep reading

Hamilton “feels for F1 fans” over early Verstappen title win

Should Verstappen win the grand prix at Marina Bay and secure the fastest lap, he will win the title if Charles Leclerc ranks ninth or lower and if teammate Sergio Perez is fifth or worse.
That becomes 10th for Leclerc should Verstappen land victory but without netting the bonus point for the fastest lap.
If Red Bull driver Verstappen, who carries a pre-race lead of 116 points, finishes in …Keep reading

Alonso: Alpine needs ‘every step’ to beat McLaren amid new floor trial

Alpine currently lies fourth in the table on 125 points, 18 points clear of McLaren. The Woking team is also not giving up in the development battle and is introducing a substantial package that will be seen on the car of Lando Norris in Singapore.
The upgraded Alpine floor is expected to be on fitted to both A522s throughout the weekend.
“I didn’t test it the simulator but the team …Keep reading

F1 should “dare” to face external scrutiny over sustainability – Vettel

F1 is making a push towards a carbon-neutral future, but the expansion and timing of next season’s biggest ever schedule have led some to question whether it is doing enough to change things.
Having previously vowed to group races regionally to avoid unnecessary travel, the current planned 2023 schedule has turned out to not be much different from how things have been done in the past.
Gaps …Keep reading