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Alpine's reserve driver Paul Aron is set to make his Formula 1 debut with Sauber during the FP1 sessions at the British and Hungarian Grands Prix. This move comes as part of a collaboration between Alpine and Sauber, with the Estonian driver stepping in to fill the necessary
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In an exciting development for Formula 1, Alpine has announced the loan of their reserve driver, Paul Aron, to the Sauber team. Aron will participate in two FP1 sessions at the iconic circuits of Silverstone and Budapest, providing him with valuable experience and the team with much-needed talent for the
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Alpine reserve driver Paul Aron is set to take the wheel for Sauber in the first practice session at Silverstone this weekend, marking his official Formula 1 debut. This unexpected collaboration comes as a surprise, highlighting the dynamic nature of driver relationships in F1. Our Take: It's exciting
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Max Verstappen's pursuit of the F1 championship faces a daunting hurdle as Red Bull grapples with significant performance issues. Following a disappointing result at the Austrian Grand Prix, Helmut Marko expressed concern, suggesting that the team may need to reconsider their championship ambitions. Our Take: Red Bull’s
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Helmut Marko has acknowledged that Red Bull's championship ambitions may be dashed, as the team faces ongoing performance challenges, particularly in light of McLaren's recent dominance at the Austrian Grand Prix. Red Bull's struggles on their home turf have raised concerns about Verstappen’s
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Jerome D'Ambrosio had a remarkable opportunity to lead Ferrari as the team principal during the Austrian Grand Prix, stepping in for Fred Vasseur who left for personal reasons. This experience highlights both the challenges and pressures of managing one of F1's most iconic teams on race
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Max Verstappen has called on Red Bull Racing to gain a deeper understanding of the RB21 following his retirement at the Austrian Grand Prix, where he collided with Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli. The Dutch driver believes that improving the team's knowledge of the car is essential for
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The 2026 Formula 1 calendar has been revised, moving the Azerbaijan Grand Prix to Saturday, September 26, to align with a national celebration. This change places the Baku race as the 17th event in a 24-race season, shifting it back one week compared to the previous year's timing.
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Max Verstappen's challenging race in Austria has caused his risk of a race ban to diminish, allowing him to continue competing for now. Earlier this season, he narrowly escaped a suspension, revealing how luck can influence a driver's season. Our Take: While Verstappen's skill
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Formula 1 gears up for a transformative 2026 season with the announcement of three pre-season tests. These tests will facilitate the debut of entirely new regulations and car designs, as the sport shifts toward innovative power units and chassis. Our Take: With the introduction of a completely new car design
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Formula 1 has announced a significant step for the 2026 season with a private five-day test for new cars, set to occur before the public testing kicks off. This initiative aims to allow teams to fine-tune their vehicles under closed conditions as they adapt to new technical regulations. Our Take:
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McLaren made a remarkable return to the top of F1 with a one-two finish at the Austrian Grand Prix, marking their first such achievement in 25 years. Lando Norris led the charge, demonstrating the team's resurgence at the Red Bull Ring. Our Take: The McLaren team has displayed
