Author: Maeve Mournblade

Former Formula 1 driver Nikita Mazepin has taken a significant step forward in his racing career, completing a successful GT3 test in Hungary after the EU lifted sanctions imposed against him earlier this year. The 25-year-old Russian driver is exploring new opportunities in the motorsports world following his Formula 1 stint with Haas.

Alpine’s Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore has made a bold claim, stating that the team will win races when the new technical regulations take effect in 2026. This comes as the Enstone-based squad has announced a series of key hires from rival teams, including Ferrari and Red Bull. Briatore, who previously led the team to titles under the Benetton and Renault guises, is confident that the revised 2026 regulations will provide opportunities for Alpine to excel.

Formula 1 should ‘fix’ clear flaws with the racing rules that emerged from the Austrian Grand Prix, reckons McLaren boss Andrea Stella, as the sport seeks to deliver a good spectacle on track rather than controversies that famously marred the 2021 title battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.

Red Bull’s advisor Helmut Marko reveals the behind-the-scenes story of Max Verstappen’s remarkable pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix Sprint, detailing how the team overcame a technical issue to secure a crucial advantage in the highly competitive Formula 1 championship.

The Red Bull Ring’s pit and paddock will be powered by a low-carbon energy system for the second consecutive year during the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix weekend, a crucial step towards Formula 1’s goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.

The 2024 Formula 1 season heats up as the Austrian Grand Prix approaches. Max Verstappen holds a commanding lead, but Lando Norris and McLaren are poised to shake up the standings at the revamped Red Bull Ring. With hot conditions, scattered thunderstorms, and a thrilling sprint race on the cards, this weekend’s action is not to be missed.

With Red Bull’s dominance in Formula 1, McLaren is homing in on high-speed cornering as the key to challenging for top honors. Team boss Andrea Stella outlines the team’s development focus and how it could prove pivotal in the championship fight.

The FIA’s recent update to its superlicence requirements has sparked debate about the system’s limitations, particularly in supporting the careers of female drivers like Jamie Chadwick who are finding success in the Indy NXT Championship. As the sport evolves, it’s crucial to reassess the points system and create more opportunities for talented drivers, regardless of gender, to thrive in IndyCar.

Red Bull Racing’s team principal, Christian Horner, has expressed optimism that Sergio Perez can derive confidence from his eighth-place finish at the Spanish Grand Prix, despite trailing behind his teammate Max Verstappen in the Formula 1 standings. Horner believes Perez will take encouragement into the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix, as the team aims to maintain their dominance in the highly competitive world of Formula 1.

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has downplayed the significance of Lewis Hamilton’s 15-second deficit to Red Bull and McLaren at the Spanish Grand Prix, suggesting the team’s potential is not fully reflected in the final result. Wolff believes Mercedes can bridge the gap and fight for victories if they can make further improvements.