How stars like Taylor Swift and Eminem ended up at the F1 race in Austin

The idea of having a concert at a Grand Prix is certainly not new, but the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) brought this concept to a whole new level when it introduced the Super Stage in 2015. Since that year, visitors of the F1 race in Austin have been treated by first-class performances of world-renowned artists including Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake and Ed Sheeran. This year, Sting took the …Keep reading

McLaren explains decision to hold fire on new F1 floor at Austin

McLaren’s decision not to introduce a new floor design for the United States Grand Prix was made to assess its other new components without “any confusion”.The Woking team brought a revised front wing and front suspension package, in addition to a series of changes to its rear brake duct furniture and rear wing.However, McLaren stopped short of introducing a new floor design that has been in …Keep reading

RB admits Ricciardo farewell could have been dealt with better

Daniel Ricciardo’s final Formula 1 race weekend could have been handled in a better way, his former RB team has admitted.The Australian was dropped by RB after the Singapore Grand Prix in favour of Liam Lawson, as the squad wants to evaluate the New Zealander’s potential to see if he could be a candidate for Red Bull in 2025 or 2026.But although the decision to make the driver switch was made …Keep reading

Vowles: Colapinto should be in F1 2025 – even if it costs us points

Williams team principal James Vowles is adamant Franco Colapinto has earned his place in Formula 1 for next season, even if it means he could take points off his current employer.Eyebrows were raised over the decision to put F2 prospect Colapinto on board rather than a more experienced driver such as Mick Schumacher when Logan Sargeant was dropped.Colapinto has impressed in his three F1 grands …Keep reading

How Mercedes upgrades have proved an instant hit at Austin

After a disappointing time since the summer break, George Russell’s front-row start for the United States GP sprint race has lifted hopes that a new upgrade package has hit the spot.Having faced some uncertainties over a Spa floor that was taken off, put back on and then taken off once again, Mercedes does seem in a much better place now.The changes Mercedes has introduced at the United States …Keep reading