In a chaotic and crash-filled 100-lap IndyCar race on the streets of Detroit, Scott Dixon once again demonstrated his mastery of fuel saving, stretching his fuel longer than nearly everyone else to secure his second win of the 2024 season.
Author: Lachlan Umbrafang
The Formula E paddock descended on the streets of Monaco for an electrifying weekend of racing, with DS Penske emerging as a standout performer in the iconic Monte Carlo ePrix. Despite challenging weather conditions, the teams and drivers put on a thrilling display of skill and strategy, setting the stage for an intense championship battle.
Formula 1 stakeholders have commenced negotiations for the crucial next Concorde Agreement, which will govern the sport from 2026 to 2030. With a shift in approach from past divide-and-conquer tactics, Liberty Media’s CEO emphasizes a collaborative mindset to grow the sport and ensure all parties benefit from its continued success.
In this Formula 1 news roundup, we cover the high cost of Sergio Perez’s crash for Red Bull, Pierre Gasly’s impressive result for Alpine, Logan Sargeant’s rear wing woes at Williams, Oscar Piastri’s car damage, and Charles Leclerc’s celebratory dive in Monaco. These developments are set to have a lasting impact on the 2023 Formula 1 season.
Red Bull Racing has reaffirmed its confidence in Sergio Perez, despite the Mexican driver’s struggles in Monaco. The team believes Perez is the best candidate to partner Max Verstappen, citing his experience and ability to extract the best from the car. As the Formula 1 season reaches its midpoint, the driver market is expected to heat up, with several key players waiting in the wings.
In a dramatic finish to the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, Max Verstappen narrowly edged out Lando Norris by just 0.7 seconds to claim his fifth win of the season. The closely contested race marked a significant shift in the championship dynamics, with Norris’ impressive performance hinting at a potential title battle.
In our updated Formula 1 Power Rankings, Charles Leclerc’s dominant display on his home streets of Monaco takes center stage. However, Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, and other drivers also caught the attention of our expert panel. Explore the highlights from the chaotic Monaco Grand Prix and stay informed on the latest Formula 1 news and updates.
Ferrari is reportedly weighing its options to transition from its current push-rod suspension to a Red Bull-inspired pull-rod solution in time for the 2025 Formula 1 season, in a bid to maintain its strong start to the current campaign and position itself for long-term success.
In a recent exclusive, Alex Albon credited Williams team principal James Vowles’ long-term vision and plans to return the team to the top of Formula 1 as the primary factor in his decision to extend his stay with the British outfit through the upcoming regulation change in 2026.
As the Formula 1 season reaches its crescendo, Red Bull’s Chief Engineer, Paul Monaghan, has expressed his unwavering confidence in the team’s development process. Despite Ferrari and McLaren closing the gap with recent updates, Monaghan is adamant that Red Bull’s pre-eminence with the current ground effect cars will continue.