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Russell Optimistic About Mercedes' 2026 Engine Strength Amid Customer Team Concerns

George Russell expresses strong confidence in Mercedes' capability to develop the most competitive engine for the upcoming 2026 F1 season. However, he acknowledges potential challenges posed by customer teams leveraging similar technology.

Our Take:

As F1 gears up for significant regulatory changes, Mercedes' ability to harness these new engine rules could determine not just their success, but also how customer teams utilize their power units. If Mercedes delivers on its promise, it might lead to an interesting dynamic where customer teams, equipped with powerful engines, challenge their own supplier for supremacy.

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Source: Autosport

Norris Dominates FP2 at Dutch GP Despite Red Flag Disruptions

Lando Norris showcased impressive pace during the second practice session for the Dutch Grand Prix, clinching the top spot with a time of 1:09.890. His performance stood out amid a session filled with multiple Red Flags, with Fernando Alonso surprising many by finishing second, closely followed by championship

Norris Dominates Second Practice Despite Stroll's Heavy Crash

Lando Norris showcased impressive speed during the second practice session at Zandvoort, maintaining his position at the top of the time sheets amidst a session hampered by two red flags following Lance Stroll's significant crash. Our Take: The combination of Norris' skill and McLaren's car

Briatore's Reflections: Managing Pressure with Alpine's Driver Line-up

In a candid admission, Alpine's Flavio Briatore acknowledges he may have overburdened rookie driver Franco Colapinto since his recruitment. The Argentine driver, stepping in as the team's second pilot after a stint as reserve, has yet to score points, leading to questions about the team'

Insights on Kimi Antonelli's Formula 1 Journey: Pressure and Potential

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff acknowledges that the pressure on Andrea Kimi Antonelli during his inaugural F1 season is immense, yet he remains confident in the young driver's long-term potential. Antonelli has experienced both triumph, with a podium finish and sprint race pole, and challenges, having scored only

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Norris Dominates FP2 at Dutch GP Despite Red Flag Disruptions

Norris Dominates Second Practice Despite Stroll's Heavy Crash

Briatore's Reflections: Managing Pressure with Alpine's Driver Line-up

Insights on Kimi Antonelli's Formula 1 Journey: Pressure and Potential