F1: Chaotic Australian Grand Prix reveals dilemma at the heart of F1’s future
1 year, 9 months ago

F1: Chaotic Australian Grand Prix reveals dilemma at the heart of F1’s future

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. By Sunday evening, with the race result finally confirmed just past 11pm in Melbourne, driver debate had turned to the throwing of red flags and the FIA’s justification for such actions. open image in gallery The Australian Grand Prix saw three red flags thrown as chaos ensued at the end in Melbourne “I don’t feel like it’s fair for a lot of people who have done a good job and they get taken out,” the McLaren driver said. Exactly the mantra behind F1 boss Stefano Domenicali’s willingness to change the race weekend format down the line, with the first of six sprint races at Baku in a month’s time subject to a potential late change involving an additional qualifying session. Either the race finishes behind the safety car, as we saw to the displeasure of many in Monza last year Or perhaps a red flag is thrown but a rolling start resumes the race, largely negating the lack of tyre temperature.

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Verstappen's Masterclass: A Triumphant Comeback in the Rain
2 months ago

Verstappen's Masterclass: A Triumphant Comeback in the Rain

Hindustan Times  

Max Verstappen's masterful drive in the Formula One Sao Paulo Grand Prix showcased his incredible talent and resilience. Despite starting from 17th on the grid, he overtook his rivals with ease and secured his 62nd F1 title in a thrilling race. His performance highlights the importance of driver skill and adaptability in the world of Formula One.

Verstappen's Epic Comeback in Brazil: A Masterful Display of Skill and Determination
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2 months, 1 week ago

Verstappen's Epic Comeback in Brazil: A Masterful Display of Skill and Determination

The Hindu  

Max Verstappen dominated the Brazilian Grand Prix, showcasing his exceptional driving skills and resilience. Despite starting 17th on the grid, he fought his way through the race, overtaking six cars and securing his 10th position. His remarkable performance, despite the challenging conditions, solidified his dominance in the Formula One world.

Verstappen Extends Domination with Dramatic Brazilian Grand Prix Victory
2 months, 1 week ago

Verstappen Extends Domination with Dramatic Brazilian Grand Prix Victory

The Hindu  

Max Verstappen secured his 393rd career title with a dominant performance in the Brazilian Grand Prix. Despite challenging conditions, he emerged victorious from a 17th starting position, showcasing his exceptional driving skills and resilience. His victory lifted him to the top of the drivers' standings and boosted his lead in the championship race. Meanwhile, Red Bull's Norris finished sixth, extending …

Max Verstappen rages at ‘stupid’ red flag after disastrous F1 Brazil GP qualifying
2 months, 1 week ago

Max Verstappen rages at ‘stupid’ red flag after disastrous F1 Brazil GP qualifying

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Max Verstappen labelled a red …

F1: Verstappen wins sprint race at Miami Grand Prix
8 months ago

F1: Verstappen wins sprint race at Miami Grand Prix

The Hindu  

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen cruised to victory in the Miami Grand Prix’s sprint race on Saturday finishing a full 3.3 seconds ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. The reigning three-time World Champion and current championship leader, who is looking for a third straight Grand Prix victory at Miami on Sunday, led from pole and was never challenged after a chaotic opening …

US Grand Prix: Verstappen earns hard-fought 50th career F1 victory; Hamilton, Leclerc disqualified
1 year, 2 months ago

US Grand Prix: Verstappen earns hard-fought 50th career F1 victory; Hamilton, Leclerc disqualified

The Hindu  

In a season of easy victories, career win No. A late radio message from the Mercedes garage had expressed hope for second place and “maybe the win” as Hamilton passed McLaren’s Lando Norris and closed the gap to the Verstappen. “It is of course disappointing to be disqualified post-race but that doesn’t take away from the progress we’ve made this …

Verstappen earns hard-fought 50th career F1 victory at the US Grand Prix; Hamilton DQ from 2nd
1 year, 2 months ago

Verstappen earns hard-fought 50th career F1 victory at the US Grand Prix; Hamilton DQ from 2nd

Associated Press  

AUSTIN, Texas — In a season of easy victories, career win No. A late radio message from the Mercedes garage had expressed hope for second place and “maybe the win” as Hamilton passed McLaren’s Lando Norris and closed the gap to the Verstappen. “It is of course disappointing to be disqualified post-race but that doesn’t take away from the progress …

Formula 1 2023 British Grand Prix Race Results: Max Verstappen Wins For First Time At Silverstone Circuit
1 year, 6 months ago

Formula 1 2023 British Grand Prix Race Results: Max Verstappen Wins For First Time At Silverstone Circuit

ABP News  

Max Verstappen of Red Bull survived an early push from McLaren opponent Lando Norris to win the 2023 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, marking his maiden victory at this event and extending his current winning streak to six races. Norris took the lead from Verstappen soon after the start lights went green, with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri almost matching Verstappen, …

Alonso’s long wait for 33rd F1 win goes on after disappointing Spanish GP
1 year, 7 months ago

Alonso’s long wait for 33rd F1 win goes on after disappointing Spanish GP

The Hindu  

The prospect of Fernando Alonso ending a decade-long wait for his 33rd Formula One win in front of tens of thousands of fans at his home race proved too good to be true on Sunday. Alonso turned in his worst performance of the season when the two-time former world champion finished the Spanish Grand Prix in seventh place, one spot …

F1 2023 | Max Verstappen on pole for Spanish Grand Prix
1 year, 7 months ago

F1 2023 | Max Verstappen on pole for Spanish Grand Prix

The Hindu  

Red Bull's championship leader Max Verstappen produced a mighty qualifying lap to take pole position for the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix on Saturday with Ferrari's Carlos Sainz joining him on the front row. “The car was on rails,” said the happy Dutch driver, who took his first Formula One win at Barcelona’s Circuit de Catalunya in 2016 and also …

With Australian Grand Prix win, Max Verstappen is on course for a hat-trick of Formula 1 titles
1 year, 9 months ago

With Australian Grand Prix win, Max Verstappen is on course for a hat-trick of Formula 1 titles

The Hindu  

Max Verstappen took a firm grip on the driver’s championship after winning the 2023 Australian Grand Prix despite a few jeopardies thrown at him — some self-inflicted, some circumstantial. At this point, race leader Russell came in for a pit stop while Hamilton, Verstappen and Alonso chose to stay out. Dual fates: Lewis Hamilton takes a short-lived lead against Max …

Formula One under scrutiny over balance between safety and entertainment
1 year, 9 months ago

Formula One under scrutiny over balance between safety and entertainment

The Hindu  

After a dramatic Australian Grand Prix laden with crashes and red flags, Formula One takes a three-week break from racing but debate over the balance between safety and entertainment may rage through to the next stop in Baku. Stewards had hoped racing would decide the winner but the carnage only served to trigger a third red flag and a processional …

Verstappen wins in wild finish to F1 Australian Grand Prix
1 year, 9 months ago

Verstappen wins in wild finish to F1 Australian Grand Prix

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Red Bull’s Max Verstappen claimed his first Australian Grand Prix title on Sunday in remarkable circumstances after a chaotic F1 race filled with drama from the green light to the checkered flag. Although Red Bull’s first triumph in Melbourne since 2011 was expected, the carnage that unfolded in the latter stages of the race at Albert Park …

What F1’s Australian GP taught us about 2023: 8 takeaways
1 year, 9 months ago

What F1’s Australian GP taught us about 2023: 8 takeaways

New York Times  

Formula One signed off for its unplanned ‘spring break’ in style as the Australian Grand Prix made an early case to be the most dramatic race of the season. Leclerc’s claim it is his “worst ever start to a season” isn’t strictly true — he had zero points after three races with Sauber in his rookie campaign. 💪👏 A happy …

Max Verstappen survives farcical finish to win chaotic Australian Grand Prix
1 year, 9 months ago

Max Verstappen survives farcical finish to win chaotic Australian Grand Prix

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Verstappen’s cruise to the chequered flag was placed in …

Australian Grand Prix: Haas Launch Protest After Nico Hulkenberg’s Seventh-place Finish in Crash Ridden Race
1 year, 9 months ago

Australian Grand Prix: Haas Launch Protest After Nico Hulkenberg’s Seventh-place Finish in Crash Ridden Race

News 18  

The Haas Formula One team have protested against Nico Hulkenberg’s seventh-place finish at the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday after late red flags threw the race into confusion, the governing FIA said. IPL 2023 Full Coverage | IPL 2023 Schedule | IPL 2023 Results | IPL Orange Cap | IPL Purple Cap The Haas driver lined up seventh on the …

Formula 1: Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins chaotic Australian Grand Prix
1 year, 9 months ago

Formula 1: Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins chaotic Australian Grand Prix

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Max Verstappen held off a revived Lewis Hamilton to steer his Red Bull to a chaotic win at the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday and tighten his grip on the world championship. Late drama The Red Bull triumph came despite unbelievable late drama that saw a red flag come out when Verstappen had a comfortable lead from Hamilton and …

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins Australian Grand Prix 2023
1 year, 9 months ago

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins Australian Grand Prix 2023

The Hindu  

Max Verstappen was crowned Australian Grand Prix winner on Sunday after two late red flags and a slew of crashes threw the race into chaos before the Dutchman was allowed a processional victory lap around Albert Park. #AusGP#F1pic.twitter.com/VoVTq8lGjc — Formula 1 April 2, 2023 Red Bull have now claimed all three grand prix wins in the new season, a record …

Safety car at Italian GP revives bad memories for Hamilton
2 years, 3 months ago

Safety car at Italian GP revives bad memories for Hamilton

China Daily  

Mercedes' British driver Lewis Hamilton arrives after the drivers parade ahead of the Italian Formula One Grand Prix at the Autodromo Nazionale circuit in Monza on September 11, 2022. The race ended under the safety car, denying thousands of red-clad tifosi fans a grandstand finish between Formula One points leader Max Verstappen – who won the race – and Ferrari …

Australian F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo robbed of result in Italian Grand Prix after McLaren error
2 years, 3 months ago

Australian F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo robbed of result in Italian Grand Prix after McLaren error

Daily Mail  

Dumped Aussie McLaren star Daniel Ricciardo's F1 season has lurched from one disaster to the next after he suffered another engine failure in Italy with a points result in sight. Eu tive que encostar imediatamente porque estava travado na marcha e então não pude rolar para um lugar seguro.”pic.twitter.com/5Lwd19Rd5D — Portal McLaren Racing 🇧🇷 September 11, 2022 With around half …

Italian Grand Prix LIVE: F1 updates as Verstappen wins with Leclerc and Russell on podium
2 years, 3 months ago

Italian Grand Prix LIVE: F1 updates as Verstappen wins with Leclerc and Russell on podium

The Independent  

✕ Close Silence at Monza as F1 pauses to reflect on death of Elizabeth II Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I …

F1: Max Verstappen wins behind the safety car at Monza to move closer to another world title
2 years, 3 months ago

F1: Max Verstappen wins behind the safety car at Monza to move closer to another world title

Daily Mail  

First, the Ferrari fans were silenced by Max Verstappen driving a Red Bull missile right through Charles Leclerc's dream of a home victory. Then, boiling frustration erupted into boos as this controversial Italian Grand Prix ended behind a safety car. Max Verstappen won the Italian Grand Prix as the race finished behind the safety car Charles Leclerc was left disappointed …

F1 drivers shocked Mick Schumacher’s car split in two in ‘massive’ crash at Monaco Grand Prix
2 years, 7 months ago

F1 drivers shocked Mick Schumacher’s car split in two in ‘massive’ crash at Monaco Grand Prix

The Independent  

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‘We are Formula One drivers’: Lewis Hamilton leads criticism of Monaco start
2 years, 7 months ago

‘We are Formula One drivers’: Lewis Hamilton leads criticism of Monaco start

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lewis Hamilton said the start …

FIA Defends Handling of Delayed Monaco GP
2 years, 7 months ago

FIA Defends Handling of Delayed Monaco GP

News 18  

Formula One’s governing body defended the handling of the showcase Monaco Grand Prix after rain delayed the start for more than an hour on Sunday, and a crash then caused another long stoppage. Formula One has two race directors sharing duties after the previous incumbent Michael Masi was removed following a safety car controversy at the 2021 season-ender in Abu …

Mick Schumacher walks away from shocking Monaco GP crash which split Haas F1 car
2 years, 7 months ago

Mick Schumacher walks away from shocking Monaco GP crash which split Haas F1 car

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Mick Schumacher walked away from …

Exhausted Verstappen critical of Red Bull after Miami GP win
2 years, 8 months ago

Exhausted Verstappen critical of Red Bull after Miami GP win

NL Times  

Max Verstappen visibly had a hard time physically during the Miami Grand Prix. "I think I've lost 3 kilos," said the Dutchman, who narrowed his gap to championship leader Charles Leclerc to 19 points with his third win of the season. The last ten laps especially were difficult after Lando Norris crashed, and the safety car brought the field back …

Leclerc wins Australian Grand Prix - in pictures
2 years, 9 months ago

Leclerc wins Australian Grand Prix - in pictures

The Hindu  

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz horrible weekend continued as after a frustrating qualifying session on Saturday where he finished ninth, he spun out of the Australian Grand Prix on the third lap in Melbourne on Sunday. Following a safety car restart on lap 27, Red Bull's Max Verstappen came mighty close to overtaking race leader Charles Leclerc of Ferrari. Red Bull driver …

F1 news LIVE: Australian Grand Prix build-up as Ferrari expect ‘significant’ power increase
2 years, 9 months ago

F1 news LIVE: Australian Grand Prix build-up as Ferrari expect ‘significant’ power increase

The Independent  

✕ Close Hamilton Admits To Struggling Mentally The Australian Grand Prix is fast approaching after an action-packed start to the 2022 F1 season. The Red Bull’s recovered in Saudi Arabia, though, despite the shadow cast over the race when a missile attack hit an oil refinery less than ten miles from the track. “It hovers in the grey area where …

Australian Grand Prix: Changes afoot as F1 returns Down Under
2 years, 9 months ago

Australian Grand Prix: Changes afoot as F1 returns Down Under

The Hindu  

Two years after the Australian Grand Prix was scrapped due to COVID-19 hours before the first practice, Formula One returns Down Under to an upgraded Albert Park and a warm welcome from local fans starved of elite motor sport through the pandemic. The Ferrari car's early strength and the budding rivalry between Charles Leclerc and Red Bull's world champion Max …

F1 gears up for Australian GP after 3 years on revamped track
2 years, 9 months ago

F1 gears up for Australian GP after 3 years on revamped track

Firstpost  

F1 drivers are preparing for a new Albert Park layout at the Australian Grand Prix — they won’t drive on the redesigned, resurfaced circuit until Friday’s two practice sessions ahead of qualifying Saturday Melbourne Formula One returns to Australia for the first time in three years on Sunday and Daniel Ricciardo hopes the break — and track renovations he had …

Formula One finale to be reviewed by FIA for future lessons
3 years ago

Formula One finale to be reviewed by FIA for future lessons

The Hindu  

The motorsports governing body for Formula One said Wednesday it will conduct “a detailed analysis" of the wild ending at the season finale that decided the championship in favor of Red Bull driver Max Verstappen. The FIA said Sunday's title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix had created a controversy that is “tarnishing the image of the championship.” Verstappen claimed his first …

The Controversial Formula 1 Championship Was a Netflix Dream Come True
3 years ago

The Controversial Formula 1 Championship Was a Netflix Dream Come True

Slate  

A lot of Americans got deep into Formula 1 auto racing over the past year or so. Verstappen went to the pits again to get fresh, soft tires, which would give him a real speed advantage against Hamilton’s older, harder tires, and he reemerged still in second place. Verstappen would have avoided the pit stop and taken the lead, and …

Max Verstappen deserved winner, F1 stewards stuck on the slow lane
3 years ago

Max Verstappen deserved winner, F1 stewards stuck on the slow lane

Hindustan Times  

For a motorsport code that prides itself in space age technology, pure speed, timing accuracy to minute fractions of a second and high safety features, the just-ended Formula One season still exposed the big weak area—those in charge of races still getting a lot wrong. Max Verstappen deserved winner, F1 stewards stuck on the slow lane The Abu Dhabi Grand …

COLUMN: Racing or entertainment? F1 teeters line at finale
3 years ago

COLUMN: Racing or entertainment? F1 teeters line at finale

Associated Press  

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — The one thing Max Verstappen requested — over and over and over again — was that the race stewards not interfere with the Formula One title-deciding finale with any questionable or inconsistent calls. Hamilton had a lead of nearly 12 seconds and Red Bull conceded Verstappen’s only chance was from “some luck from the …

Explained | What led to Max Verstappen’s win at Sunday’s Abu Dhabi GP?
3 years ago

Explained | What led to Max Verstappen’s win at Sunday’s Abu Dhabi GP?

The Hindu  

Going into the final race of the 2021 Formula One World Championship in Abu Dhabi, two drivers, Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, were tied on 369.5 points in the fight for the drivers’ title. Usually, before racing resumes, race control allows lapped cars — cars that are a lap down to the ladders — to unlap themselves …

Formula 1: Mercedes protest final result in Abu Dhabi GP
3 years ago

Formula 1: Mercedes protest final result in Abu Dhabi GP

India TV News  

Mercedes have lodged a protest against the final classification at the end of Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix that resulted in Red Bulls' Max Verstappen claiming victory in the race and claiming the World Drivers' Championship title, citing breach of two regulations. Mercedes have protested "against the classification established at the end of the Competition", relating to alleged breaches of …

Dead even and down to the wire, but has it got too dirty?
3 years ago

Dead even and down to the wire, but has it got too dirty?

The Hindu  

Formula One had been waiting for this for a long time. And lo and behold, F1 has had the most exciting season in years, with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen producing one dramatic race after another. The FIA discovered a small issue — not the one Red Bull raised — and sent Hamilton to the back of the grid for …

FIA race director sends out collision warning ahead of Abu Dhabi GP
3 years, 1 month ago

FIA race director sends out collision warning ahead of Abu Dhabi GP

The Hindu  

Formula One drivers could face suspension or lose all their points for driving in an unsportsmanlike manner, race director Michael Masi has warned ahead of Sunday's title-deciding battle at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. However, outlining the articles of the sport's International Sporting Code relating to "unsportsmanlike" conduct and the penalties for such behaviour, Masi sent a clear warning …

F1 fans SLAM 'unsportsmanlike' Max Verstappen for forcing Lewis Hamilton off the track in Sao Paulo
3 years, 1 month ago

F1 fans SLAM 'unsportsmanlike' Max Verstappen for forcing Lewis Hamilton off the track in Sao Paulo

Daily Mail  

Formula One fans hit out at Red Bull's Max Verstappen on social media for nearly causing yet another crash between him and Lewis Hamilton by forcing him out wide at the Brazilian Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver finally overtook Verstappen on lap 59 but the drama came 11 laps earlier when the Red Bull racer forced Hamilton off the track …

F1 U.S. Grand Prix: Max Verstappen’s win feels like watershed moment in title showdown with Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton
3 years, 2 months ago

F1 U.S. Grand Prix: Max Verstappen’s win feels like watershed moment in title showdown with Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton

New York Times  

AUSTIN, Texas — Too much can still happen. Yet in the aftermath of Verstappen winning Sunday’s United States Grand Prix from the pole, there was an unmistakable feeling that the Dutchman took a sizable step toward securing his first Formula One world championship. That this victory is the moment Verstappen and Red Bull would look back on as the one …

F1 rivals Verstappen, Hamilton crash again at Italian GP
3 years, 3 months ago

F1 rivals Verstappen, Hamilton crash again at Italian GP

Associated Press  

A simmering battle in Formula One erupted in spectacular fashion on Sunday as championship leader Max Verstappen and defending champion Lewis Hamilton crashed out of the Italian Grand Prix, which was won by McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo. “I need some time to really reflect on it but I think it definitely sets a precedent and I think it’s important for us …

Daniel Ricciardo wins Italian GP as Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton crash
3 years, 3 months ago

Daniel Ricciardo wins Italian GP as Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton crash

India TV News  

Championship leader Max Verstappen and defending champion Lewis Hamilton crashed out of the Italian Grand Prix, which was won by McLaren's Daniel Ricciardo on Sunday. Both drivers were able to walk away from their cars though Hamilton took a long time getting out of his, only clambering out after Verstappen had long gone. Hamilton was then held up by Norris …

F1: McLaren's Ricciardo wins Italian Grand Prix
3 years, 3 months ago

F1: McLaren's Ricciardo wins Italian Grand Prix

The Hindu  

Australian Daniel Ricciardo won the Italian Grand Prix in a stunning McLaren one-two at Monza on Sunday while Formula One title rivals Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton took each other out of the race. The victory was McLaren's first since 2012, the last being Jenson Button's victory in Brazil in November of that year, and Ricciardo's first since winning the …

Belgian Grand Prix: The shortest race in F1 history is long on controversy and championship implications
3 years, 4 months ago

Belgian Grand Prix: The shortest race in F1 history is long on controversy and championship implications

New York Times  

With the NASCAR Cup Series regular-season finale at Daytona in the books and The Teardown complete, it was time to sit back on Sunday and watch the Formula One Belgian Grand Prix. “There’s no ability to postpone the race until tomorrow,” FIA race director Michael Masi said. #F1 🤬 — Jeff Gluck August 29, 2021 … brought Jeff and Jordan …

Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 race cancelled in November
3 years, 6 months ago

Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 race cancelled in November

India TV News  

The Australian Grand Prix has been canceled after local organizers and Formula One couldn't come up with a compromise over Australia's strict travel and quarantine issues relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s very disappointing that these much-loved events can’t proceed but this is the reality of the pandemic, but until we get much higher vaccination rates we cannot return to …

Formula 1 2020: Sebastian Vettel escapes unhurt from massive crash during Russian GP qualifying
4 years, 3 months ago

Formula 1 2020: Sebastian Vettel escapes unhurt from massive crash during Russian GP qualifying

Firstpost  

The session was red-flagged to a halt after the four-time champion’s shunt, leaving runaway championship leader Lewis Hamilton in a perilous 15th place with just over two minutes remaining. Sochi: Sebastian Vettel climbed out unhurt from his Ferrari on Saturday after crashing heavily during the second part of qualifying for Sunday’s Russian Grand Prix. Replays showed that the German driver, …

Hamilton says safety car re-starts putting drivers at risk: Sportstar - Sports news
4 years, 3 months ago

Hamilton says safety car re-starts putting drivers at risk: Sportstar - Sports news

The Hindu  

Six-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has called for a rethink on how races are restarted behind the safety car because he fears drivers are being put at risk. READ | Hamilton, who took his 90th career win at the Italian circuit, told reporters the safety car lights were being turned off, effectively handing over control to the race …

F1: Tuscan Grand Prix Halted After Crashes And Two Safety Cars
4 years, 3 months ago

F1: Tuscan Grand Prix Halted After Crashes And Two Safety Cars

News 18  

The first ever Tuscan Formula One Grand Prix at Mugello in Italy was stopped and then re-started on Sunday after crashes and two safety car deployments in the space of eight laps. Debris was scattered across the straight after Alfa Romeo’s Antonio Giovinazzi, McLaren’s Carlos Sainz, Haas’s Kevin Magnussen and Williams’ Nicholas Latifi collided as the race re-started following a …

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