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via f1i.comToto Wolff perplexed by Mercedes' Sepang upgrade strugglesMercedes team principal Toto Wolff expressed confusion over the team's performance following their latest upgrades at the Malaysian Grand Prix. Despite expectations of a three-tenths improvement, Wolff noted that the W17 car instead lost five-tenths due to increased drag and poor handling in low-speed corners.
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via motorsportweek.comFernando Alonso extends Aston Martin contract to 2027Fernando Alonso has confirmed he will remain with Aston Martin for the 2027 Formula 1 season, extending his illustrious career. The decision comes alongside a reported career-high salary, surpassing his previous earnings at McLaren.
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via the-race.comGary Anderson: The true worth of Williams's weight-saving upgradeWilliams Racing's recent upgrade for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix led to a notable improvement in performance, with Carlos Sainz qualifying ninth despite a grid penalty. This upgrade marked the end of a points drought for the team, which had lasted nearly three months, and was attributed to a significant weight reduction of 20 kilograms. The team's performance in Baku showed a 0.759% increase in lap time compared to their season average, indicating progress.
Despite the positive results, questions remain about the true impact of the upgrade, as Williams had previously struggled with weight issues at the start of the season. The race itself was challenging, with Alex Albon crashing out and Sainz needing to recover from a low starting position. The team’s sixth-fastest overall ranking in Baku is an improvement, but further assessment across different circuits will be necessary to determine if they can consistently compete for points.
Tue 29 Sep · 06:22 UTC
via the-race.comGary Anderson: Alpine should handle Colapinto action, not the FIAGary Anderson argues that Alpine should take responsibility for Franco Colapinto's actions following his crash involving team-mate Pierre Gasly and Lando Norris at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Flavio Briatore, Alpine's team boss, has stated he will consider what course of action to take regarding Colapinto, who already faces a five-place grid penalty for the incident.
Anderson reflects on the importance of teams maintaining discipline among drivers and suggests that the responsibility for reprimands should lie with the team rather than the FIA. He also critiques Norris's demand for a race ban for Colapinto, noting that such incidents are common in racing and should be addressed internally by the team.Sun 27 Sep · 09:32 UTC
via planetf1.comAudi introduces extensive upgrade for Azerbaijan Grand PrixAudi has unveiled a significant upgrade package for their Formula 1 car ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The update includes numerous new components, marking one of the most comprehensive car updates seen this season.
+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 15:18 UTC
via motorsportweek.comMcLaren reintroduces upgrade for Azerbaijan Grand PrixMcLaren will bring back its 'Macarena' wing for the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix after a one-race absence. This upgrade is part of the team's ongoing efforts to enhance performance.+ 1 moreTue 22 Sep · 16:31 UTC
via the-race.comHow each active F1 rear wing concept works - Gary Anderson explainsThe article explains the workings of active rear wing concepts in Formula 1, particularly under the new regulations introduced for the 2026 season. It highlights the importance of transitioning between cornering and straight-line modes, which must occur within 0.4 seconds, and discusses the mechanisms drivers use to activate these modes.
Gary Anderson details four main concepts developed by teams, including those from Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull, McLaren, Alpine, and Audi. Each concept has unique operational functions and aims to balance downforce and drag for optimal performance. The article concludes by noting that Mercedes' design has shown the best results so far, while teams continue to innovate for the upcoming season.Tue 22 Sep · 12:59 UTC
via the-race.comGary Anderson: Four incident rule changes F1 should makeGary Anderson has proposed four significant rule changes aimed at improving fairness in Formula 1 racing, particularly in light of recent incidents at the Madring circuit. He argues that the current use of the Virtual Safety Car (VSC) often leads to unfair advantages, as seen when Lando Norris lost a potential victory due to the timing of a VSC. Anderson suggests that all drivers should be required to cross the start-finish line during a VSC to ensure equitable pit stop opportunities, thereby reducing the impact of luck on race outcomes.
Additionally, Anderson criticizes the current handling of red flags during qualifying, proposing that drivers on fast laps should be allowed to complete their laps even when a red flag is thrown. He also recommends that drivers who cause red flags should lose their fastest qualifying lap, and that tyre changes during red flag situations should be restricted to maintain competitive balance. These changes, he believes, would help mitigate the influence of external factors on race results.Sat 19 Sep · 08:54 UTC
via the-race.comGary Anderson: F1's overtaking problem is bigger than one circuitGary Anderson highlights a significant issue with overtaking in Formula 1, stating that the problem extends beyond just one circuit. He argues that the reliance on battery management strategies has overshadowed driver skill, leading to a lack of genuine competitive overtaking. Anderson also points out that the current car designs are overly reliant on downforce, which hampers overtaking opportunities due to understeer and overheating tyres.
Additionally, he critiques Pirelli's tyre management strategies, noting that increased tyre pressures have reduced grip and contributed to a lack of exciting racing. Anderson suggests changes to the Madring circuit layout to enhance overtaking potential and recommends allowing teams more freedom in setting their tyre camber and pressures to encourage more competitive racing strategies.Thu 17 Sep · 12:21 UTC