Exclusive: F1 defers decision over points system tweaks

Following a push by F1’s midfield teams to extend the current points structure to cover the top 12, the topic was put on the agenda for Thursday’s F1 Commission meeting attended by the FIA, F1 and all 10 teams.For the change to go through, it needed support from five of the current teams. Several outfits were in favour of the change when quizzed at last weekend’s Chinese Grand Prix, while Red …Keep reading
“Carlos Sainz… Was Always Ahead of Charles Leclerc at Ferrari”: Helmut Marko Sends Firm Message to Fred Vasseur

“Carlos Sainz… Was Always Ahead of Charles Leclerc at Ferrari”: Helmut Marko Sends Firm Message to Fred Vasseur

Carlos Sainz has forced his way to become Ferrari’s Lead Driver in 2024 despite TP Frederic Vasseur forcing him out of the team. The Spaniard, who is on a solo mission to secure a picturesque F1 future, is consistently outperforming teammate Charles Leclerc. Though his missing the Saudi Arabian GP has tilted the statistics in […]

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F1 announces 24/7 streaming channel in the US

The so-called Formula 1 Channel is set to be a 24/7 streaming channel for US viewers to access race replays and highlights from F1, F2, F3 and F1 Academy.It will also feature evergreen content such as reruns of classic grands prix and racing documentaries.The new channel, which is subscription-free but supported by advertising, is set to go on air before next week’s Miami Grand Prix, the first of …Keep reading
F1 Tickets: 2024 Miami GP Tickets Price and Where to Get Them

F1 Tickets: 2024 Miami GP Tickets Price and Where to Get Them

After an enthralling Chinese GP, that made itself way back to F1 after 5 years, and was full of action during the rain-affected Sprint Qualifying, a short but lively Sprint Race and a Main Race filled with overtakes and crashes, the F1 community looks forward to the first race in the Western side of the […]

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F1 to Award Points to Top 12 Drivers Instead of 10, Helmut Marko Reveals, Demanding the Change

F1 to Award Points to Top 12 Drivers Instead of 10, Helmut Marko Reveals, Demanding the Change

The technological aspect of F1 has improved by leaps and bounds, but there exists a stark divide among teams’ performance. Legacy teams like Red Bull, Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren battle hard to keep exchanging places for podiums. But Haas, Williams, and more, though they fight hard, mostly earn no points for weekends on end. Helmut […]

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McLaren needs to understand puzzling “up and down” F1 form – Piastri

While the team has had a hugely encouraging start to the season, as it battles Ferrari at the head of the chasing pack behind Red Bull, its form has not been consistent.Most confusing is the fact that at venues where McLaren expected to do well, like Suzuka, it struggled, while tracks like Shanghai where it had anticipated being on the back foot it actually proved to be quite strong.Piastri feels …Keep reading
Helmut Marko Joins Max Verstappen in War Against F1 as He Declares Sprint Racing Is Killing F1

Helmut Marko Joins Max Verstappen in War Against F1 as He Declares Sprint Racing Is Killing F1

Despite earning a permanent spot in the F1 calendar, the Sprint format remains under fire. Reigning World Champion Max Verstappen has opposed the format introduced in 2021 that is “not proper racing” but “more like gambling”. His disproving words refer to the lack of practice sessions that force teams to jump into competitive sessions without […]

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Max Verstappen’s  Phone Case Goes Viral as He Reveals Favorite Animal in Live Stream

Max Verstappen’s $70 Phone Case Goes Viral as He Reveals Favorite Animal in Live Stream

Max Verstappen is arguably the most ruthless and lethal driver on the F1 grid at the moment. The Dutchman makes the move when he wants to and has everything under control. Let’s assume someone close to him gets locked in a room, what would you expect Verstappen to do? Get a precision tool or a […]

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