Author: Zephyr Ebonheart

In a press conference before the Canadian Grand Prix, team principals from Aston Martin, McLaren, Haas, and Williams discussed their season progress, driver lineups, and hopes for the upcoming race on the streets of Montreal.

With the Canadian Grand Prix on the horizon, Charles Leclerc is downplaying Ferrari’s status as favorites, suggesting it’s a ploy by rivals to shift the pressure. The Monegasque driver believes the tight competition between the top teams will be the key factor in Montreal, where Ferrari’s SF-24 could thrive on the circuit’s bumpy characteristics.

Fernando Alonso, the double World Champion, has voiced doubts about the FIA’s ambitious plan to cut 30kg from 2026 Formula 1 cars, labeling it an ‘impossible target’. The article delves into the challenges facing the sport as it aims to balance weight reduction, increased electrical components, and driver freedom in the upcoming regulation changes.

As the Formula 1 season reaches its seventh round, the Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is set to be a thrilling event. With three different winners in the last three races, the odds are tightly contested, but Max Verstappen is the firm favorite for victory according to 188BET’s odds.

Formula 1 is gearing up for a major rules overhaul in 2026, with the introduction of active aerodynamics and a manual engine override system designed to improve overtaking and enhance the overall racing experience. The new features will give drivers more control over the car’s performance, offering a strategic advantage when trying to make a pass.

Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo has categorically denied any plans to sell the Alpine F1 team, despite the team’s struggles at the start of the 2024 Formula 1 season. De Meo emphasized Renault’s commitment to Formula 1 and confidence in the team’s ability to overcome its current difficulties and become a top contender in the sport.

MissionH24’s CEO, Christophe Aslan, has confirmed that the highly anticipated hydrogen fuel cell prototype, the H24EVO, is on track to hit the circuit for the first time next year, with a potential race debut planned for 2026. This marks a significant milestone in the development of the third iteration of the jointly developed GreenGT and Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) project.

Peugeot’s motorsport boss Jean-Marc Finot has criticized the FIA WEC for its perceived unfair treatment of the team’s 9X8 Hypercar, stating that despite spending a year improving the car, the desired results have not been achieved on the track. The team’s struggles highlight the complexities of the Balance of Performance system in endurance racing.

Toyota has revealed its interest in running a third car on a satellite basis in the World Endurance Championship (WEC), following in the footsteps of its rival Ferrari. This move could provide the Japanese manufacturer with more possibilities, though WEC race director Rob Leupen has emphasized that introducing an additional full-season entry in the Hypercar class before 2026 is unlikely.

NASCAR star Kyle Larson has made headlines in the IndyCar world, successfully completing the rookie orientation program at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Joining a growing list of drivers crossing over from other series, Larson and fellow ‘rookies’ are set to make their mark on the 2023 Indy 500.