McLaren believe they are “very close” to beating Ferrari

McLaren believe they are “very close” to beating Ferrari

One of the teams that left Australia with a smile was McLaren. Across the three days of running in Melbourne, the MCL38 showed very encouraging pace. Even if Ferrari were slightly beyond reach, McLaren should be satisfied with their status third-fastest team. In the first three rounds,...

Honda strengthen Aston Martin ties ahead of 2026 with UK base

Honda strengthen Aston Martin ties ahead of 2026 with UK base

Starting from 2026, F1's new regulations mandate a 50/50 split between the turbocharged engine and hybrid system. When this new era of Formula 1 arrives, Honda will partner with Aston Martin. This new collaboration will follow after Honda's time with Red Bull ends at the end of 2025. In...

RB to bring crucial floor upgrade at Japanese GP

RB to bring crucial floor upgrade at Japanese GP

The Racing Bulls took their first points of 2024 at the Australian GP, thanks to a seventh-place result from Yuki Tsunoda. These six points are pure gold for the Faenza team after a tricky start to the season. Racing Bulls, or Visa Cash App, benefited in Melbourne from retirements up...

Why Alpine failed to capitalise on a chance for points in Australia

Why Alpine failed to capitalise on a chance for points in Australia

Alpine entered another disappointing chapter at the start of 2024. Even in a hectic Australian GP, the French single-seaters finished far from the points. The regret was especially great for Esteban Ocon since the Frenchman was in contention for points until bad luck ruined his chances....

Fred Vasseur: The SF-24 is an easy car to drive and develop

Fred Vasseur: The SF-24 is an easy car to drive and develop

Ferrari "replaces" Red Bull and takes a 1-2 in Australia, along with the fastest lap. The Scuderia massively reduced Red Bull's advantage in the standings. Carlos Sainz claimed victory after a strong start, overtaking Max Verstappen, who retired shortly after. Not too far behind, Leclerc...

Toto Wolff: Mercedes “don’t understand” their 2024 car

Toto Wolff: Mercedes “don’t understand” their 2024 car

Mercedes' start to the season has almost been traumatic. The first three race weekends have cemented the W15 as the most disappointing car on the track - creating further headaches for the Brackley and Brixworth factories. Toto Wolff is now tasked with putting his team back on track. In...

How Ferrari turned its weakness into an advantage over Red Bull

How Ferrari turned its weakness into an advantage over Red Bull

Ferrari's first 1-2 since 2022 arrived in Melbourne, courtesy of Carlos Sainz ahead of Charles Leclerc. The SF-24 of Australia was somewhat reminiscent of the Ferrari F1-75 that began the season in such impressive fashion. The 2024 machine from Maranello is showing great tyre management...

Leclerc: Sainz “for sure” negotiating with many F1 team principals

Leclerc: Sainz “for sure” negotiating with many F1 team principals

Charles Leclerc makes no secret of his admiration for teammate Carlos Sainz, who he says is attracting plenty of interest across the Formula 1 grid. The Spaniard's victory in Melbourne (just two weeks after surgery) is an early reminder to the field of his calibre. Rivals already have...

Red Bull explain cause of Max Verstappen Australia DNF

Red Bull explain cause of Max Verstappen Australia DNF

On lap 5 of the Australian Grand Prix came a shock twist. Max Verstappen slowed down and plummeted down the field, suffering a major problem with the right rear brake. This issue ultimately led to retirement. His Red Bull RB20 caught fire in that area, with visible flames coming out of...

Alex Albon warns: Williams component shortage is not over

Alex Albon warns: Williams component shortage is not over

Alex Albon narrowly missed out on points at the Australian GP on a weekend characterised by a shortage of components - an issue that is far from over. For the foreseeable future, Williams F1 must optimise the limited parts available. Victory for Carlos Sainz and Ferrari have logically...

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