As the Formula 1 season unfolds, Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll has spoken out about the perceived gap between himself and teammate Fernando Alonso, citing that the points difference is ‘a little bit deceiving.’ Stroll believes external factors like engine failures can significantly impact the points tally, making it an unfair comparison. He remains committed to Aston Martin’s project and is confident in closing the gap to the two-time world champion.
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In an unpredictable start to the Canadian Grand Prix weekend, Fernando Alonso emphasized the crucial role of tyre choices and set-ups in securing a competitive edge, as teams and drivers prepare to battle the unpredictable weather conditions.
As the Formula 1 paddock gears up for the Canadian Grand Prix, Lando Norris is optimistic that McLaren has made significant progress in rectifying its Achilles’ heel – slow-speed cornering. The team’s recent upgrades have yielded promising results, but the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve will provide a true test of their lower-speed potential.
Williams Formula 1 team principal James Vowles has made an aggressive pitch to lure Carlos Sainz to the team in 2025, citing the squad’s ambitious plans for a Mercedes power unit and technical staff overhaul. Vowles is confident Sainz can see the strengths of joining Williams as it aims to return to its former competitiveness.
Max Verstappen, the current Formula 1 championship leader, was forced to cut short his FP2 session in Montreal due to an issue with the energy recovery system on his Red Bull car. The team is investigating the root cause of the problem and its potential implications for the remainder of the weekend and the season.
Mercedes F1 technical director James Allison has shed light on the team’s struggles with inconsistent car performance across different corners, revealing that the key to resolving this issue lies in achieving greater aero balance consistency. The development of a new front wing design has been instrumental in reducing the car’s nervousness at high speeds, and this innovation is expected to play a crucial role in Mercedes’ quest for more consistent Formula 1 results.
George Russell shone alongside his Mercedes teammate in a challenging first practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix, navigating unpredictable weather conditions and praising the car’s performance. As the Formula 1 schedule moves into Saturday, Russell remains hopeful that the weather will remain similar, allowing them to utilize their experience from Friday’s session.
Mercedes has introduced a revised front suspension wishbone to the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix in a bid to boost performance. Lewis Hamilton, driving the Mercedes F1 W15, expressed confidence in the car’s wet-weather capabilities and is hopeful about the team’s chances of closing the gap to the frontrunners.
Williams Team Principal James Vowles has voiced concerns over the proposed 2026 Formula 1 regulations, which could see the performance gap between F1 and F2 cars shrink to just a few seconds. Vowles emphasizes the need to maintain F1’s position as the leading motorsport series, as teams prepare to discuss the issue with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali.
The proposed 2026 Formula 1 regulations have sparked concerns among teams and fans about the sport’s growing technical complexity and potential to alienate new fans. Experts fear the introduction of terms like ‘Z-mode’ and ‘X-mode’ could prove too confusing, while restrictive chassis rules may stifle innovation. As teams push back, the debate rages on over preserving F1’s status as the pinnacle of motorsport.