Author: Lachlan Umbrafang

McLaren’s rapid progress in Formula 1 continues as they solidify their position as podium challengers this season, marking a significant turnaround since the drastic management overhaul last March. The Woking-based outfit’s technical director, James Key, departed following a dismal start to the 2023 campaign, but the team’s fortunes have changed dramatically since then.

In the aftermath of the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren’s Racing Director, Andrea Stella, has shed light on the subtle indicators that led him to suspect Mercedes would pose a significant threat at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Despite Mercedes’ lackluster performance in the opening eight races, Stella remained convinced that the German marque would eventually break into the top three, and his intuition was vindicated as George Russell clinched pole position and a podium finish.

FIA’s Single-Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis has addressed concerns surrounding the safety and reliability of the movable aero systems set to be introduced in the 2026 Formula 1 regulations. Tombazis has revealed that driver control will be the primary focus, similar to the current Drag Reduction System (DRS), with rigorous testing to ensure failures are avoided.

Ferrari’s frustrating weekend in Montreal has left Scuderia boss Frédéric Vasseur searching for answers. Despite being tipped as favorites, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz failed to advance to the top-10 shootout in qualifying, setting the tone for a disastrous race day that saw the team’s hopes crumble.

In the aftermath of the thrilling Formula 1 race, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has revealed the crucial moment that swung the victory in Max Verstappen’s favor. According to Horner, it was Lando Norris’s decision to run longer on intermediate tires that ultimately proved decisive, despite McLaren’s early lead.

The 2024 Formula One season is in full swing, and all eyes will be on the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend. Catch up on the key details, including race coverage, the full F1 schedule, and where to find the latest news and analysis from the world of F1 racing.

Kamui Kobayashi sets the pace in the #7 Toyota GR010 Hybrid during the crucial 24 Hours of Le Mans Test Day, a crucial pre-event test for the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season. The test day saw teams fine-tune their strategies and settings ahead of the iconic endurance race.

Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has downplayed Red Bull’s competitiveness in Canadian Grand Prix qualifying, hinting that Mercedes’ true pace was concealed. Despite finishing closely behind George Russell’s pole position time, Verstappen acknowledged that the Mercedes driver’s lap was slower than Lewis Hamilton’s benchmark Q2 time, suggesting the Silver Arrows have more in reserve.

In a nail-biting qualifying session at the Canadian Grand Prix, George Russell emerged victorious, clinching the pole position in his Mercedes. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris rounded out the top three, setting the stage for an exciting Formula 1 race on Sunday.

In an unpredictable start to the Canadian Grand Prix weekend, Fernando Alonso emphasized the crucial role of tyre choices and set-ups in securing a competitive edge, as teams and drivers prepare to battle the unpredictable weather conditions.