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F1 wary of gimmicks in discussing reverse grids
Racer - 3 Jun 2020 13:54
Formula 1 doesn't want any changes it makes to the sport's format to be perceived as gimmicks, amid the discussion over reverse grid (...)
Comeback Wehrlein unlikely: 'Doesn't want to drive in midfield'
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 20:10
He was one of the juniors at Mercedes with a great future. In the end his future wasn't in Formula 1, but in Formula E. Pascal Wehrlein entered the Manor in 2016 and in 2017 he drove for Sauber. In the end he didn't make...
Wolff: We owe it to Vettel not to say straight away 'no'
GRAND PRIX 247 - 3 Jun 2020 20:55
Team principal Toto Wolff admitted on Wednesday Formula 1 world champions Mercedes will not rule out Sebastian Vettel’s chances of driving for them next year because they may need a replacement for Lewis Hamilton or Va...
No deadline for finalising calendar
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 11:50
Tuesday saw F1 finally confirm the first half of the revised 2020 calendar, the European events. In terms of confirming the flyaways, which include Bahrain, Vietnam, China, Azerbaijan, Russia and Japan, Chase Carey insis...
F1 doesn't want format gimmicks
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 02:50
Formula 1 doesn't want ‘gimmicks' Formula 1 does not want to introduce 'gimmicks' such as reverse grid qualifying races as it looks to capitalise on potential opportunities afforded to it by the COVID-19 pandemic. With...
Hulkenberg impresses in the Lamborghini: ''He gave great feedback''
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 12:20
Nico Hulkenberg disappeared from Formula 1 after 2019 to rest for a while, but that trip was not necessary because of the coronavirus. However, now that all circuits are open again, Nico is one of the first to be ready t...
Races will go ahead even if a driver tests positive
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 09:20
As the world slowly gets back to some form of normality - at least in terms of the coronavirus pandemic - many still hold their breath in fear of the so-called second wave. Nonetheless, normality must return, certainly f...
Carey: Positive COVID-19 test will not cancel race
GRAND PRIX 247 - 3 Jun 2020 05:22
Formula 1 races will not be cancelled even if there is a positive test for COVID-19, CEO Chase Carey said on Tuesday. The American was speaking after the sport published an eight-race initial calendar with the season sta...
A driver testing positive for the coronavirus would not cancel F1 race
ESPN - 3 Jun 2020 01:43
A driver testing positive for the coronavirus would not automatically see a race cancelled once Formula One gets underway next month, the sport's CEO, Chase Carey, said.
No deadline on remainder of 2020 calendar
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 00:00
Chase Carey says there's no deadline on the release of the full 2020 F1 calendar Organisers are in no rush to finalise the second half of the 2020 Formula 1 season following the confirmation of its opening eight races. A...
Wolff: I don´t want to go from great to good
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 23:50
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff said on Wednesday he was weighing up his future role but felt he still has a great deal to contribute to the Formula 1 world champions he has led since they returned to the pinnacle of ...
Wolff: I don´t want to go from great to good
GRAND PRIX 247 - 3 Jun 2020 23:41
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff said on Wednesday he was weighing up his future role but felt he still has a great deal to contribute to the Formula 1 world champions he has led since they returned to the pinnacle of ...
Leclerc Feels Verstappen Sometimes 'Over the Limit' in Close Battles
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 23:10
Charles Leclerc says he enjoys racing against Max Verstappen but feels the Dutchman sometimes will overstep the limit in close combat, something he knows wouldn't happen against Lewis Hamilton. The Scuderia Ferrari drive...
'F1 shouldn't be happening, or any motorsport'
Planet F1 - 3 Jun 2020 23:00
Lewis Hamilton's father Anthony believes there should be no F1 or any motorsport until the pandemic is over. The post ‘F1 shouldn’t be happening, or any motorsport’ appeared first on PlanetF1.
State Decisions Made Holding French Grand Prix in 2020 'Impossible' - Boullier
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 22:50
The restrictions put in place by the government in France following the outbreak of the coronavirus meant the French Grand Prix was never going to happen in 2020, according to Eric Boullier. Boullier, the former Racing D...
Haas F1 is 'Here to Stay' Insists Team Principal Steiner
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 22:10
Haas F1 Team's Team Principal Guenther Steiner believes that despite financial concerns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the American outfit is "here to stay" in Formula 1. The pandemic has forced either the cancellation...
Wolff: 'I've invested in Aston Martin, but remain team boss of Mercedes'
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 21:20
In recent weeks there have been many rumours about the future of Toto Wolff at Mercedes. The investor has bought shares in Aston Martin, which could hint that he is on his way to Racing Point, which is back in business w...
Wolff: We owe it to Vettel not to say straight away ‘no'
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 21:00
Team principal Toto Wolff admitted on Wednesday Formula 1 world champions Mercedes will not rule out Sebastian Vettel's chances of driving for them next year because they may need a replacement for Lewis Hamilton or Valt...
Kanaan back in 7-Eleven colors for Texas
Racer - 3 Jun 2020 20:54
Tony Kanaan will usher in his 23rd season of IndyCar racing with one of his most memorable liveries as the No. 14 AJ Foyt Racing Chevy will (...)
The Week In IndyCar, June 3, with Scott Dixon
Racer - 3 Jun 2020 20:52
Chip Ganassi Racing's Scott Dixon returns to answer listener questions as the five-time champion readies to go racing this weekend in Texas. (...)
Norris and Albon testing in F3 car to prepare for season start F1
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 20:50
Many drivers have spent a lot of time behind the simulator in recent months. At home they are streaming their races, so F1 fans can still enjoy the adventures of the drivers. Still, the racing feeling for the drivers is ...
Wolff: We don't need a gimmick for more exciting racing
Total F1 - 3 Jun 2020 20:50
Mercedes blocked a proposal to have reverse-grid qualifying races in Formula 1 because they felt it was a gimmick that could affect the championship outcome, team boss Toto Wolff admitted on Wednesday. The idea was put f...