The FIA has set a target to reduce the weight of the 2026 Formula 1 cars by a substantial 30kg, from the current 798kg to just 768kg. While some drivers and teams have expressed doubts about the achievability of this goal, the governing body remains confident that the weight-loss objective is feasible through collaborative efforts with the motorsports industry.
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Haas F1 Team’s bold tyre strategy at the Canadian Grand Prix fell short, leaving them disappointed after failing to capitalize on a golden opportunity to score points in the mixed-conditions race.
Fernando Alonso attributed Aston Martin’s impressive showing at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix to the team’s newfound understanding of its recent problems. The two-time F1 champion acknowledged the challenges posed by the Montreal circuit but revealed that Aston Martin’s return to form stemmed from their ability to grasp their recent setbacks.
Max Verstappen’s dominant performance at the Canadian Grand Prix was a masterclass in strategic driving, as he navigated treacherous conditions to secure his sixth win of the 2024 Formula 1 season. The Red Bull driver’s impressive victory has put his championship rivals on notice, with the standings now showing a 56-point gap between Verstappen and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
Will Power secures a dominant victory at the 4.014-mile road course, executing a brilliant pit strategy to jump his Penske teammates and take the lead in the IndyCar championship standings. The win marks a significant milestone for the two-time series champion as he seeks multiple victories this season.
Lando Norris, the young Formula 1 driver for McLaren, was denied victory at the Canadian Grand Prix due to a strategic error by his team during a crucial pit stop under the Safety Car. Despite leading the race comfortably, Norris was left frustrated as the tactical misstep allowed his rivals to pass him, costing him the chance to secure his first win of the season.
Red Bull has extended its lead in the F1 constructors’ championship, but Sergio Perez has struggled in recent races, failing to match the performance of teammate Max Verstappen. Team Principal Christian Horner has called on Perez to regroup and come back stronger at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Sauber’s decision to make changes to Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu’s cars under parc ferme regulations means both drivers will start the Canadian Grand Prix from the pit lane, further compounding the team’s struggles this season.
Red Bull’s Christian Horner dismisses Mercedes’ claims of a ‘downgrade’ to their Formula 1 car, as the top teams fight for supremacy in the current season. With Ferrari and McLaren closing in, the rivalry at the front of the grid is intensifying.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has weighed in on Sergio Perez’s recent struggles, citing psychological factors as the primary cause of his woes. This comes after Perez suffered a disappointing Q1 exit at the Canadian Grand Prix, marking his second consecutive early elimination.