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Hamilton downplays luck despite lack of damage from "two terrible races"
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 05:00
Lewis Hamilton has conceded Mercedes is fortunate to still be close to Red Bull in the F1 title fight despite "two terrible races" but has downplayed the overall role of luck. More»
Pirelli clarifies Aston Martin and Red Bull's lower tire pressures
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 02:40
Pirelli's statement about what happened to the tires on Lance Stroll's Aston Martin and Max Verstappen's Red Bull were met with confused looks and some criticism on Thursday ahead of this weekend's French Grand Prix. Thi...
ICYMI: Honda engine rebrand, Perez returns Baku trophy & Pirelli discussion
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 02:10
The 2021 French Grand Prix weekend is on the horizon. The teams and drivers have all arrived at the circuit and the usual press conferences are complete with some interesting storylines to take us through the weekend. He...
Hamilton and Verstappen at odds as Russell enjoys "curiosity" of Mercedes links - GPFans F1 Recap
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 00:30
Max Verstappen has voiced his criticism of Pirelli's findings into his tyre failure at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix two weeks ago and urged the Italian tyre manufacturer to "speak out" on its shortcomings.
Drivers hit out at Baku tyre investigation
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 00:10
Max Verstappen following his high speed crash A number of Formula 1's leading drivers have criticised Pirelli and its response to two tyre failures during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix last time out. Max Verstappen crashed o...
Perez thinks O'Ward can compete with the ‘very best'
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 00:10
Sergio Perez believes his compatriot Pato O'Ward is talented enough to compete with the best drivers in the world. O'Ward, driving in IndyCar for McLaren, has made an excellent start to the 2021 campaign and currently le...
Teams unhappy with costly Paul Ricard kerb damage
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 23:50
Fierce Formula 1 rivals Red Bull and Mercedes found common cause on Friday complaining about costly damage caused by the kerbs at Turn 2 of the Paul Ricard Circuit, venue for Sunday's French Grand Prix. Mercedes driver V...
Red Bull to use fresh engine, Perez fined for exceeding speed limit
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 23:40
Red Bull Racing has installed fresh internal combustion engines into both its cars while Sergio Perez has been fined for exceeding the speed limit during the opening practice session. For the 2021 FIA Formula One World C...
Teams unhappy with costly Paul Ricard kerb damage
GRAND PRIX 247 - 18 Jun 2021 23:11
Fierce Formula 1 rivals Red Bull and Mercedes found common cause on Friday complaining about costly damage caused by the kerbs at Turn 2 of the Paul Ricard Circuit, venue for Sunday’s French Grand Prix. Mercedes driver...
Russell looks ahead to potential 'spicy' wet race
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 23:10
George Russell says that, if forecasted rain hits Paul Ricard on Sunday, it would make proceedings "spicy" at the French Grand Prix. The Williams driver is still searching for his first point with the team, and he insist...
Grosjean helping ex-F1 team mate Magnussen with surprise IndyCar debut | IndyCar
F1 Fanatic - 18 Jun 2021 23:00
Kevin Magnussen turned to his former Haas team mate Romain Grosjean for help in preparing for his surprise IndyCar debut this weekend.
Russell looks ahead to potential 'spicy' wet race
Planet F1 - 18 Jun 2021 23:00
George Russell says that, if forecasted rain hits Paul Ricard on Sunday, it would make proceedings 'spicy' at the French Grand Prix. The post Russell looks ahead to potential 'spicy' wet race appeared first on PlanetF1.
Pirelli reports no tyre issues after opening day at Le Castellet
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 23:00
Formula One's sole tyre manufacturer Pirelli reported no issues with its tyres on the opening day for the French Grand Prix after the tyre blowouts experienced in the previous race in Baku. Red Bull's Max Verstappen set ...
'It looks like Bottas and Hamilton have switched helmets'
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 22:30
According to Peter Windsor, after two street circuits there was one important question to answer now that Formula 1 is back on a traditional circuit in France. Can Mercedes come back and fight for the win? Red Bull and M...
Wolff about second driver: 'We'll announce it in the winter'
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 22:30
After all the rumours about Mercedes' second seat, team principal Toto Wolff has now made a remarkable statement. He thinks the decision about the seat, which will probably be next to Lewis Hamilton, will only be made ar...
"I think we can say safely that Mercedes have bounced back"
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 22:20
According to Peter Windsor, after two street circuits there was one important question to answer now that Formula 1 is back on a traditional circuit in France. Can Mercedes come back and fight for the win? Red Bull and M...
Alonso happy with progress after questioning Alpine pace
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 22:10
Fernando Alonso said he and his Alpine team were 'questioning' where their turn of pace in Azerbaijan came from, but their overall progress bodes well for the rest of the season. The double World Champion finished P6 in ...
Gusting winds, tyre tactics and punishing kerbs to shape French GP qualifying | 2021 French Grand Prix Friday practice analysis
F1 Fanatic - 18 Jun 2021 22:01
Mercedes and Red Bull were back to comfortably dominating the times during Friday practice, on F1's return to a permanent circuit.
Alonso happy with progress after questioning Alpine pace
Planet F1 - 18 Jun 2021 22:00
Fernando Alonso said he and his Alpine team were "questioning" where their turn of pace in Azerbaijan came from, but their overall progress bodes well for the rest of the season. The post Alonso happy with progress after...
Horner surprised by timing of Mercedes engine change
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 21:50
Article To news overview © Mercedes Honda have provided Red Bull and AlphaTauri with new engines this weekend in France, with Christian Horner admitting he was surprised to see Mercedes make their changes in Azerbaijan....
Hamilton shocked by Tsunoda's questionable practice start
Total F1 - 18 Jun 2021 21:50
Yuki Tsunoda chose a special place at the Paul Ricard circuit to do his test starts. A number of drivers were frightened by this and this can be seen on the onboard footage. Not a great pit exit Tsunoda chooses to do the...
Verstappen: Never know what people find overnight
GRAND PRIX 247 - 18 Jun 2021 21:44
Max Verstappen was happy with “a good day” of free practice for Sunday’s 2021 French Grand Prix, the Red Bull driver ending the day fastest of all but knows it’s only going to get tougher as the weekend progresse...