Formula 1 teams have been busy making significant design changes to their cars ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix. From Mercedes’ revised front suspension and wing to Red Bull’s new rear wing and Sauber’s beam wing updates, these technical innovations demonstrate the relentless pursuit of performance in the sport.
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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.
In a move that solidifies his commitment to the championship-winning team, Sergio Perez has expressed his enthusiasm for his new contract extension with Red Bull, declaring his willingness to give ‘100 per cent’ to the team.
Red Bull’s extension of Sergio Perez’s contract until 2026 has set off a chain reaction in the Formula 1 driver market, with significant implications for up-and-coming talents like Yuki Tsunoda. As Perez secures his place alongside Max Verstappen, Tsunoda faces an uncertain future, though he remains committed to Red Bull and is exploring other options to advance his career.
In the aftermath of their dramatic crash at the Monaco Grand Prix, Haas driver Kevin Magnussen maintains that Sergio Perez was solely responsible for the incident, stating the Red Bull driver failed to provide sufficient space and displayed intentional aggression.
After a challenging trio of races, Red Bull’s Formula 1 team is facing issues with their RB20 car’s handling of bumps and kerbs. Can they overcome these weaknesses and continue their dominance in the remaining races?
Red Bull finds itself in an enviable position as it prepares to finalize its driver lineup for the 2025 Formula 1 season. Helmut Marko, the team’s esteemed advisor, has revealed the company’s ‘luxury problem’ of selecting the right drivers to partner Max Verstappen, with Sergio Perez’s contract extension solidifying one seat. The future of Daniel Ricciardo remains uncertain, but Marko has highlighted the impressive performances of Liam Lawson and Ayumu Iwasa, with the latter eyeing a potential Formula 1 debut.
Despite Red Bull’s recent dominance, Max Verstappen insists he doesn’t require an external challenge to push himself to the limit in the 2023 Formula 1 season. The reigning champion cites his own internal drive as the driving force behind his success, as Ferrari and McLaren continue to close the gap.
Former world champion Damon Hill has sounded the alarm for Red Bull, claiming they’ll be battling with a significant disadvantage in the Formula 1 championship fight due to Sergio Perez’s recent struggles. Hill’s comments come as the grid converges, with Ferrari and McLaren posing a more sustained threat to Red Bull’s dominance.
Red Bull Racing has extended Sergio Perez’s Formula 1 contract for two more years, ensuring the Mexican driver will partner reigning champion Max Verstappen for a fifth season. Team Principal Christian Horner emphasized the importance of maintaining a consistent lineup, citing their successful collaboration in 2023 as a key factor behind the decision.