Christian Horner and Lando Norris have voiced concerns that the impending 2026 Formula 1 regulations will disrupt the converging F1 field, warning the new rules could ‘smash it all up’. The pair fear the seismic changes, including a 50/50 power split hybrid engines and smaller dimensions, could undo the close competition that has emerged in recent years.
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In the aftermath of an impressive showing at Formula 1’s Spanish Grand Prix, Pierre Gasly has called on his Alpine team to delve deeper into the reasons behind their sudden surge in performance. The French driver acknowledges that understanding why the Spanish circuit suited their package so well is crucial, as the team looks to replicate this success in future Formula 1 calendar events.
Ferrari Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz is optimistic that his team will be more competitive in Austria after identifying a key car weakness that hindered their performance in Spain. With the tight margins between the top four teams, larger fluctuations in the order are expected before the summer break.
With Daniel Ricciardo’s future at Red Bull uncertain, the team’s advisor Helmut Marko has dropped a hint that Liam Lawson could be in line to replace the veteran driver in 2025. This move would be driven by Red Bull’s shareholders’ desire to integrate young talent into the lineup.
Red Bull Racing CEO Peter Bayer has confirmed that the team’s recent upgrades to the VCARB01 car are performing well, but may have misled them into an incorrect set-up direction, resulting in a disappointing Spanish Grand Prix. With the Austrian Grand Prix sprint race approaching, the pressure is on RB to quickly identify the right set-up to stay competitive in the Formula 1 championship.
Red Bull has conceded that eradicating the kerb-riding weakness in their 2024 Formula 1 car won’t be an easy feat, despite their current dominance. The Austrian outfit faces a challenging task in addressing this long-standing issue, which has been exposed as the competition has closed in. With circuits like Hungary and Austria coming up, Red Bull must work hard to overcome this performance limitation and maintain their lead in the championship.
As Formula 1 enthusiasts, we often find that time can soften our perspective, even in the brutally competitive world of Formula 1. The McLaren MP4/7, a car that was met with disdain by many, including Ayrton Senna, has now become a symbol of redemption and the lessons that can be learned from even the most disappointing Formula 1 news.
Ferrari has conceded that it needs to ‘open our eyes a bit’ and endeavour to ‘broaden the scope’ of its 2024 Formula 1 car to ensure that it is competitive across all circuits. The Italian marque’s struggles in Canada and Spain have highlighted the need for a more versatile car to compete with rivals like Red Bull and Mercedes.
Lando Norris was left with a sense of regret after the Spanish Grand Prix, as his tyre strategy nearly propelled him to victory over Max Verstappen. The McLaren driver reflects on whether he should have taken a more conservative approach to managing his soft tyres in the final stint, which could have allowed him to close the gap more effectively in the closing laps.
The 2023 Formula 1 season continues to defy expectations, with another thrilling race in Spain that sets the stage for competitive battles on every circuit. As the Sprint format returns in Spielberg, fans can look forward to even more exciting racing action.