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Antonelli Falls Short on Soft Compound in Austrian GP

Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli faced challenges during the opening day of the Austrian Grand Prix, admitting he couldn't maximize his performance on the softest tire compound offered by Pirelli. This struggle to find optimal pace left him reflecting on missed opportunities as the weekend unfolds.

Our Take:

While Antonelli's reflections indicate a potential for improvement, this also highlights the importance of tire management and setup in F1, especially on a track as demanding as Spielberg. If he and the Mercedes team can recalibrate their strategy, they might yet capitalize on the remaining practice sessions to unlock greater speed.

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Curated by F1Briefing.com

Source: https://www.f1technical.net/news/27189

Haas F1 Team: A Decade of Triumphs and Challenges

As Haas F1 Team marks its ten-year milestone in Formula One, team boss Ayao Komatsu reflects on both the highs and lows experienced since their debut in 2016, highlighting their impressive start in the inaugural race. Our Take: While Haas has certainly faced challenges over the past decade, their ability

Toto Wolff Highlights Antonelli's Potential Ahead of Austrian GP

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has drawn parallels between the performance of young driver Antonelli and the development trajectory of Oscar Piastri. While praising Antonelli for his qualifying speed and consistency, he acknowledged that there is still room for improvement, particularly in tyre management. Our Take: Wolff's comparison

F1 Round-up: Bearman Reflects on Performance, ESPN's F1 Coverage Under Threat

This week's RaceFans round-up highlights Oliver Bearman's admission about his recent driving performance, where he acknowledges not meeting his own expectations. It also features concerns regarding ESPN's potential decision to drop Formula 1 coverage, stirring discussions among fans. Our Take: Bearman's candidness

Beganovic's Successful Practice Session with Ferrari at Red Bull Ring

Dino Beganovic enjoyed his second free practice session with Ferrari at the Red Bull Ring, describing the experience as "extremely good." The Formula 2 driver is making strides as he gains valuable experience with the iconic team. Our Take: Beganovic's assessment of his practice session highlights

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Haas F1 Team: A Decade of Triumphs and Challenges

Toto Wolff Highlights Antonelli's Potential Ahead of Austrian GP

F1 Round-up: Bearman Reflects on Performance, ESPN's F1 Coverage Under Threat

Beganovic's Successful Practice Session with Ferrari at Red Bull Ring