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via BBC SportRed Bull wing failure 'super-dangerous' - VerstappenMax Verstappen has voiced serious concerns over a rear wing failure on his Red Bull car that led to crashes in consecutive races, labeling the situation as 'super-dangerous'. This failure occurred while he was competing for position during the British Grand Prix, following a similar incident in Austria. Verstappen expressed frustration over the car's reliability, having retired from three races this season and currently sitting seventh in the championship standings, significantly behind the leader, Kimi Antonelli.
Red Bull's team principal, Laurent Mekies, acknowledged the challenges posed by the wing failures and emphasized the team's commitment to resolving these issues. Verstappen's contract with Red Bull extends until 2028, but he has performance clauses that could allow him to leave at the end of the current season. His management is reportedly in discussions with other teams, including Mercedes and McLaren, as they consider the best path forward for his career.
Sun 5 Jul · 19:46 UTC
via BBC SportLeclerc wins dramatic race from Russell and HamiltonCharles Leclerc secured a dramatic victory at the British Grand Prix, marking Ferrari's second win in three races. The race concluded under a safety car after a series of incidents, including a crash by Max Verstappen and mechanical issues for Kimi Antonelli, which significantly impacted the championship standings.
The race began with a record crowd of 175,000 fans, and Leclerc took the lead early on. Despite a chaotic finish, the safety car ensured Leclerc's win, while Russell and Hamilton rounded out the podium. The outcome tightened the championship race, reducing Antonelli's lead over Russell to 25 points.Sun 5 Jul · 18:11 UTC
via BBC SportNorris 'happy I have the pain of this year for the glory of last'Lando Norris reflects on McLaren's challenging start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, acknowledging that their difficulties stem from the intense effort put into their championship-winning seasons in 2024 and 2025. Despite the reliability issues and a lack of grand prix victories, he remains optimistic about the team's pace and aims for podium finishes, especially at his home race, the British Grand Prix.
Norris, who has been with McLaren for eight years, expresses a strong commitment to the team and a desire to continue his career there. He welcomes the idea of racing alongside top competitors like Max Verstappen but emphasizes his satisfaction with his current teammate, Oscar Piastri. As speculation about driver movements circulates, Norris reassures that both he and Piastri are under contract with McLaren for the foreseeable future.Thu 2 Jul · 07:45 UTCPage 25 of 25