How Forghieri helped shape Ferrari into world-beaters

Mauro Forghieri’s stint with Ferrari as technical director and both chassis and engine designer lasted from 1959 to 1987, and he is credited by the team with an involvement in 54 grand prix wins and nine world championships. 
The fact that he survived for nearly three decades in an organisation noted for internal turmoil and a revolving door of top personnel says much about his close …Keep reading

Hamilton explains origins of “it’s hammer time” F1 radio call

Hamilton has worked with Bonnington, known as Bono, since joining Mercedes in 2013, with one of the hallmarks of their time together being Bonnington’s call of “it’s hammer time” to Hamilton over the radio.
It serves as a reference to the catchphrase in MC Hammer’s 1990 song “U Can’t Touch This” and to Hamilton’s three-letter designation, ‘HAM’, within F1.
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Gasly: Time will tell if “friend” Tsunoda can lead AlphaTauri F1 team

The Frenchman is leaving the Faenza-based squad at the end of the season to join Alpine for 2023, and is being replaced by rookie Nyck de Vries.
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But having built up a good friendship with Tsunoda during their two years together, he is hopeful that the Japanese youngster can overcome his weaknesses and prove …Keep reading