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Leclerc unaware of Hamilton's overtaking request Charles Leclerc expressed frustration following a challenging race at the Dutch Grand Prix. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton criticized Ferrari's strategy, suggesting it hindered his chances for a podium finish. theguardian.com + 1 more Sun 23 Aug · 19:15 UTC via grandprix.com Domenicali hints V8 return could move to 2030 Stefano Domenicali, the CEO of Formula 1, has indicated that discussions about the potential return of V8 engines could lead to changes as early as 2030, rather than the previously planned 2031. This speculation comes in light of Max Verstappen's recent contract extension with Red Bull, which runs through 2030, and Domenicali's ongoing conversations with Verstappen regarding the sport's future direction. He expressed his delight at Verstappen's long-term commitment, calling him a 'living legend' and emphasizing the importance of driver input in decision-making processes.
Domenicali also noted that the FIA president is in favor of the V8 return, and while the discussions are still in early stages, he believes they are moving in a positive direction. Verstappen himself has acknowledged that the new engine regulations played a role in the duration of his contract, hinting at the possibility that this could be his final deal in Formula 1, depending on how the sport evolves in the coming years. grandprix.com Sun 23 Aug · 12:41 UTC 556
via espn.comNorris: McLaren have car capable of beating MercLando Norris celebrated a significant victory at the Dutch Grand Prix, achieving back-to-back wins and moving up to fourth in the championship standings. Despite being 83 points behind leader Kimi Antonelli, Norris expressed confidence in his performance and the capabilities of his McLaren car, which he believes can compete with the top teams. The race was marked by a dramatic crash involving Max Verstappen, who exited early but confirmed he was unharmed after the incident.
Norris' strategic pit stop allowed him to overtake Antonelli late in the race, while Mercedes implemented team orders that saw Russell yield to Antonelli for a better position. Hamilton secured third place, and the race concluded with Leclerc and Piastri following closely behind. Norris remains cautious about declaring himself a title contender but acknowledged the significance of his recent success.
Sun 23 Aug · 19:34 UTC
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