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Franco Colapinto has shed light on Alpine's struggles during the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, particularly in low-speed corners where the car's traction has been lacking. Our Take: Alpine's ongoing issues with low-speed cornering could significantly hinder their performance in future races. Without addressing these
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Max Verstappen expressed frustration over his car's performance in slow-speed corners after securing only the fifth fastest time during qualifying at the Monaco Grand Prix, despite showing promising speed in the final practice session. Our Take: Verstappen's struggles highlight the unique challenges of Monaco's
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Charles Leclerc revealed that traffic during his qualifying session at Monaco hindered his chances of achieving an even better starting position. The Ferrari driver, who showcased impressive speed, expressed disappointment over how external factors influenced his performance on the tight streets of his home race. Our Take: The challenge of
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In a thrilling qualifying session, Fernando Alonso's daring strategy paid off, earning him a prime starting position, while Alex Albon expressed confusion over a sudden drop in his car's performance. The latest RaceFans round-up encapsulates the key moments from Sunday’s qualifying as teams gear up
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Williams drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon faced a challenging qualifying session in Monaco, falling short of expectations after a promising start to the weekend. Both drivers expressed disappointment regarding the team's difficulties in getting Pirelli's tyres to perform optimally on the tight and twisty circuit.
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Pierre Gasly faced a tough challenge during the Monaco Grand Prix qualifying, finishing in 18th place after previously strong finishes in Miami and Imola. The bumpy surface of the circuit was a significant factor in his disappointing outcome. Our Take: While Gasly's performance at Monaco was below expectations,
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As the Monaco Grand Prix approaches, Lando Norris is hoping to turn his recent fortunes around after a victory in Australia. A new set of regulations may change the game for him this weekend, making it crucial to examine the strategic implications for the race. Our Take: The updated rules
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In a surprising turn of events at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix, Red Bull's Max Verstappen was unable to match last year's lap times, yet managed to secure a higher grid position. Ferrari's improved performance emerged as a notable highlight of the weekend, raising
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This weekend's Monaco Grand Prix sees teams unveiling tailored upgrades aimed at enhancing performance on the challenging circuit. With the unique demands of the glamorous yet narrow streets, each team's approach to maximizing their car's capabilities becomes crucial for success in this prestigious race.
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Yuki Tsunoda voiced his displeasure over an order to let Max Verstappen pass during qualifying, leading to his third consecutive failure to reach Q3 with Red Bull. His reaction, captured on team radio, raises questions about team dynamics and driver autonomy in the competitive F1 environment. Our Take: The situation
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Ferrari has confirmed that extensive repairs were necessary on Lewis Hamilton's SF-25 following his high-speed crash during the final practice session for the Monaco Grand Prix, with the gearbox among the critical components replaced. Our Take: The need for such significant changes to Hamilton's car highlights
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Lewis Hamilton has expressed optimism about the newly introduced two-stop rule for the Monaco Grand Prix, which he believes will transform the event into a more thrilling experience compared to last year's race, which he termed "shite." This regulation mandates drivers to pit at least twice,
