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Formula 1 faces challenges after Singapore cancellation
GRAND PRIX 247 - 4 Jun 2021 21:12
The 2021 Singapore Grand Prix his cancelled for the second year in a row due to the COVID-19 pandemic, race organisers confirmed in a statement on Friday. As we report, several Formula 1 venue countries are also under th...
Puzzled Hamilton says "there was no more time in it" after ending practice 11th | 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
F1 Fanatic - 4 Jun 2021 15:44
Lewis Hamilton doubts he could have lapped much quicker after ending Friday's practice session in Azerbaijan outside of the top 10.
Bottas stranded, Verstappen "can't be arsed" and Hamilton accepts Monaco blame - GPFans F1 Recap
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 00:30
Valtteri Bottas has revealed how he had warned Mercedes of potential pit stop drama ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix in which he retired due to a machined wheel nut.
Hamilton concerned over rivals' bendy-wing advantage
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 05:00
Lewis Hamilton believes Red Bull rival Max Verstappen and the drivers in other F1 teams that have continued to run controversial 'bendy wings' will gain an advantage in this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix. More»
Ricciardo buoyed by ‘productive' simulator session
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 04:50
Daniel Ricciardo Daniel Ricciardo's time in the McLaren simulator in the lead up to the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix proved "productive". Looking to bounce back from a tough Monaco Grand Prix in which he could manage ...
The Week In IndyCar, Indy 500 Listener Q&A
Racer - 4 Jun 2021 02:39
It's The Week In IndyCar Listener Q&A show using listener-driven comments and questions covering a variety of topics submitted by fans (...)
Ten track changes made to Baku Street Circuit
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 02:10
The apex kerb at Turn 8 has been removed Drivers at this weekend's Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix will take to a subtly different Baku Street Circuit. A total of 10 changes have been observed in a note passed to teams b...
FIA implement rule to curb slow driving in Baku qualy
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 00:10
FIA race director Michael Masi has introduced a rule to stop drivers going 'unnecessarily slowly' during qualifying in Baku. Masi has pre-emptively brought in this measure on grounds of safety, with the final few corners...
Violent storm causes major flooding at Spa-Francorchamps
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 23:30
A violent storm that swept through Belgium on Friday afternoon caused substantial flooding at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. The circuit was hosting the Spa Euro Race, featuring various sportscar and prototype categor...
Formula 1 cancels Singapore Grand Prix
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 23:00
Charles Leclerc at the 2019 Singapore Grand Prix The 2021 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix has been cancelled due to COVID-19, it has been confirmed. It's the latest in a string of pandemic-forced changes to the current se...
Ricciardo - Sim slog paid off after hitting McLaren reset button
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 22:50
Daniel Ricciardo feels his decision to slog it out on the McLaren simulator after the Monaco Grand Prix has paid off because he has developed a better "understanding" of his car in Azerbaijan this weekend. More»
Latifi's engine woes started with avoiding Gasly
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 22:40
Nicholas Latifi's new Mercedes engine did not get off to the best of starts as he brought out the red flags in Baku. Mercedes and Ferrari introduced a new power unit for their cars and their customer teams for the Azerba...
Red Bull's Q3 running order could swing fight for pole as Mercedes struggle | 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Friday practice analysis
F1 Fanatic - 4 Jun 2021 22:34
The fight for pole position in Baku looks to be between the Red Bull drivers as Lewis Hamilton's radio messages revealed just how lost Mercedes are.
Podcast: Technical analysis from Azerbaijan GP practice
Auto Sport - 4 Jun 2021 22:27
The Dutchman finished top of FP1, ahead of the Ferraris of Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr, as the Maranello squad looked impressive again after a strong showing last time out in Monte Carlo.Verstappen finished secon...
Video: Circuit Spa-Francorchamps hit hard by severe weather
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 22:20
Video To news overview © Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps Severe weather touched down in Belgium on Friday and it made sure to leave its mark on the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. In a very short period of time, the track wa...
Alonso solves "uncertainties" with top six Baku showing
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 22:10
Fernando Alonso believes a strong Friday showing at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix has solved some of the "uncertainties" his Alpine team suffered when its form slumped at the last race in Monaco. More»
Formula 1 season in jeopardy after Singapore cancelled
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 22:10
The 2021 Singapore Grand Prix his cancelled for the second year in a row due to the COVID-19 pandemic, race organisers confirmed in a statement on Friday, with several Formula 1 venue countries also under threat and poss...
The Week In Sports Cars, June 4, with Oliver Gavin
Racer - 4 Jun 2021 21:42
It's The Week In Sports Cars show with Graham Goodwin and special guest host, Mr. Corvette Racing, Oliver Gavin, using listener-driven (...)
Marko triumphant: "I hope they don't have it fixed tomorrow"
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 21:40
Red Bull Racing is obviously happy after the first and second free practice sessions in Baku. The first session was led by Max Verstappen, the second by Sergio Perez. Mercedes were nowhere to be seen, especially in the s...
Leclerc "too comfortable" with Ferrari ahead of Baku crash
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 21:40
Charles Leclerc put his Azerbaijan Grand Prix practice crash down to being "too comfortable" with his Ferrari. More»
Horner surprised at disappointing Mercedes: "Bottas was particularly strong here".
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 21:20
The first day of the race weekend in Azerbaijan looked good for Red Bull Racing. The team from Austria was fastest in both practice sessions on Friday, and drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez also looked strong in th...
Wolff finally faces press after Baku practice
Total F1 - 4 Jun 2021 21:20
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff finally talked to reporters after earlier turning down media requests following a poor Friday in Baku. Heading into round six of the 2021 World Championship, where Mercedes has lost grip on both ...