In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, having two elite drivers on the same team can be a recipe for disaster. But McLaren CEO Zak Brown is confident his team can navigate the fierce but friendly rivalry between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, leveraging their strong team culture to defy expectations.
Author: Dahlia Cerulean
The 2023-2024 Formula E season came to a thrilling close, with the championship title decided in the final round. Eight different drivers claimed wins throughout the campaign, representing six distinct teams and utilizing five varied powertrains. New Zealander Nick Cassidy made a strong start with Jaguar, but a late-season falter allowed his team-mate Mitch Evans and Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein to capitalize and fight for the title in the finale.
Williams is confident its decision to sign Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon as its driver line-up will pay dividends in the long run, despite the team’s current struggles. Team boss James Vowles has outlined a detailed vision for the team’s rebuild, which includes a massive hiring spree and a focus on the 2026 season and beyond.
The 2024 Formula 1 season has seen a dramatic shift in the competitive landscape, with Red Bull’s once-dominant position now under threat from a resurgent Mercedes and the impressive development of McLaren. As teams converge and development curves flatten, the battle for supremacy is far from over. Can Max Verstappen’s exceptional driving and Red Bull’s race execution save their championship hopes?
After a disappointing start to the 2024 season, Alpine has undergone a major engineering restructure, appointing David Sanchez as executive technical director to lead the team’s technical triad. Sanchez, with his experience from McLaren, is tasked with overseeing the team’s in-season development and conceptual changes for 2025, as Alpine seeks to unlock its full potential and climb the Formula 1 constructors’ championship.
Mercedes’ back-to-back wins in Austria and Britain have reignited the team’s ambitions, with Toto Wolff seemingly making a subtle pitch to sign Max Verstappen for 2025. Despite Verstappen’s commitment to Red Bull, Wolff’s comments suggest Mercedes believes their improved performance could sway the Dutch driver’s decision.
In a stirring display of dominance, Lewis Hamilton secured a crucial victory at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, delighting the Silverstone crowd and marking a significant turnaround for the Mercedes team. The emotional win, Hamilton’s first since Saudi Arabia 2021, came through a combination of brilliant driving and clever pit strategy.
Lewis Hamilton secured his ninth British Grand Prix win in a gripping Silverstone race, outpacing Formula 1 championship leader Max Verstappen in wet conditions. Mercedes’ bold strategy call proved crucial in securing the victory for the seven-time world champion.
In a thrilling qualifying session for the British Grand Prix, Mercedes locked out the front row with George Russell taking pole position ahead of teammate Lewis Hamilton. McLaren’s Lando Norris will start third, while championship leader Max Verstappen of Red Bull will line up fourth on the grid.
George Russell topped a rain-soaked FP3 session at the British Grand Prix, outpacing Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton in a close battle. The wet conditions resulted in a thrilling qualifying preview, with Lando Norris, Carlos Sainz, and Max Verstappen also impressing on the timesheets. Catch up on the latest Formula 1 news and action as the British GP unfolds.