Haas has emerged as a legitimate midfield contender in the Formula 1 standings following an impressive double-points finish at the Austrian Grand Prix. Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen’s strong performances have lifted the team 10 points ahead of Alpine in the Constructors’ standings, showcasing Haas’ growing competitiveness in the 2023 season.
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Red Bull’s Sergio Perez had a disappointing Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix Sprint qualifying session, finishing in eighth place, and blamed Alpine’s Esteban Ocon for compromising his final run. Despite having promising pace, Perez’s chances were ruined when Ocon drove slowly, leaving him with no opportunity to set a competitive time.
McLaren is resorting to a rented motorhome for the Austrian Grand Prix as the team grapples with the aftermath of a fire that damaged its regular Team Hub motorhome during the Spanish GP. The suspected electrical issue triggered the blaze, which has prompted ongoing servicing and cleaning efforts to get the hub back in action.
As Max Verstappen celebrated his Spanish Grand Prix victory, he couldn’t shake off the feeling that McLaren is closing in on Red Bull in the Formula 1 standings. The world champion voiced concerns over the need for more development on the RB20 to stay ahead of the pack, as rivals like McLaren bring in-season upgrades that threaten Red Bull’s dominance.