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Ferrari has officially stated that Lewis Hamilton's spin during the sprint race qualifying was due to a driver error, rather than any mechanical fault with his car. This revelation shifts the responsibility to Hamilton, raising questions about his decision-making under pressure during such a crucial part of the
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Charles Leclerc voiced his disappointment after qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix sprint, highlighting a significant gap to McLaren's pole-sitter Oscar Piastri. Despite the challenges, Leclerc remains optimistic about the improvements from Ferrari's new rear suspension package. Our Take: While Ferrari's new suspension could
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Charles Leclerc expressed his disappointment regarding the significant gap to McLaren during the Belgian Grand Prix sprint qualifying, despite the introduction of Ferrari's new rear suspension package aimed at enhancing performance. Our Take: It’s clear that while the development of Ferrari's suspension is a step
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Mercedes is struggling at the forefront of Formula 1, achieving its lowest qualifying result in 350 races. The team's drivers, George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli, will start from 13th and 20th positions respectively, marking a disappointing moment for the Silver Arrows. Our Take: Mercedes' latest performance
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In a surprising turn of events, Mercedes has matched its worst-ever F1 qualifying outcome at the Belgian Grand Prix. George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli will begin the sprint race from 13th and 20th positions, marking a troubling trend for the once-dominant team. Our Take: The consistency of Mercedes'
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Oscar Piastri's outstanding performance at the Belgian Grand Prix earned him Sprint pole position, showcasing both his talent and McLaren's timely upgrades. Our Take: This impressive lap from Piastri not only highlights his growing confidence but also suggests that McLaren's recent enhancements are beginning
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Oscar Piastri put on a spectacular performance during the first day of the Belgian Grand Prix weekend, securing pole position for Saturday's Sprint race at Spa-Francorchamps, outpacing Max Verstappen by four tenths. This follows a strong showing in Friday's practice session, indicating Piastri's continued
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The 2025 F1 Belgian GP sprint race is set to begin with Max Verstappen leading the charge from pole position, followed closely by Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc. This race promises to deliver high-stakes competition as the drivers look to secure crucial points for their teams. Our Take: With Verstappen&
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Max Verstappen narrowly missed out on challenging for pole position in the sprint qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix, losing almost four tenths in the second sector. While McLaren proved to have the fastest car on the grid, a few execution errors from their drivers allowed Verstappen to secure a
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Max Verstappen's bid for pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix sprint qualifying fell short as he lost crucial time in the second sector, ending up in second place behind Oscar Piastri. McLaren's speed was evident, yet inconsistencies from the drivers allowed Verstappen to stay competitive.
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In a surprising turn of events, Christian Horner has been removed from his role as team principal at Red Bull Racing, leading to a significant shift in the team's dynamics. Laurent Mekies has been appointed as his successor, but he acknowledges the challenges in filling Horner's
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In a recent statement, Laurent Mekies expressed his surprise at being asked to step into the role of Christian Horner at Red Bull Racing. He revealed that the management did not provide him with any reasons for Horner's sudden replacement. Our Take: The sudden switch in leadership at
