Author: Lachlan Umbrafang

Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has disclosed that Yuki Tsunoda, the rising star of the AlphaTauri Formula 1 team, was highly sought after by rival teams before the announcement of his contract extension through the 2025 season. This news comes as a boost to AlphaTauri’s ambitions, as the young Japanese driver continues to impress with his performances on the track.

As the 2024 Formula 1 season got underway, Williams Racing faced a significant challenge with their launch car, which tipped the scales at a considerable excess weight. Despite shedding 14kg during the off-season, the FW46 was still 4-5 tenths per lap slower than its optimal pace. The team is working hard to reduce the weight and improve performance, but the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix at Barcelona poses a tough test.

In a significant update to the Formula 1 calendar, the FIA has revised Appendix L of its International Sporting Code to introduce a new clause that allows 17-year-old drivers to receive a superlicence under exceptional circumstances. This move has sparked excitement among Formula 1 enthusiasts, as it could potentially see young talents like Andrea Kimi Antonelli make their debut in the sport before turning 18.

Alpine driver Esteban Ocon has revealed that a weight difference between his and teammate Pierre Gasly’s Formula 1 cars has been hampering their team’s performance in recent races. The issue has come to the forefront after Ocon’s early exit in Montreal, which he attributes to the added weight on his car.

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.