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via CrashLando Norris rules out F1 career into his 40sLando Norris has stated he has no intention of extending his Formula 1 career into his 40s, distancing himself from Fernando Alonso's path. Alonso recently confirmed his new deal with Aston Martin, which will see him continue racing in Formula 1 until at least 2027.
Crash+ 1 moreTue 29 Sep · 11:07 UTC
via f1oversteer.comOscar Piastri told why he’s ‘not a racer’ like Max Verstappen after getting caught ‘asleep’ in BakuOscar Piastri faced criticism following his performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where a lock-up at turn one caused him to finish in thirteenth place. This incident occurred during a safety car restart while he was attempting to overtake George Russell, and it ultimately led to a disappointing race for McLaren, especially with teammate Lando Norris also facing issues.
Commentators like Christijan Albers and Jacques Villeneuve pointed out Piastri's lack of aggression and focus, suggesting he is not as competitive as drivers like Max Verstappen. Piastri has now gone eleven races without a podium, and with the next race at Sepang approaching, he is in urgent need of a turnaround in form to salvage his season.
f1oversteer.comTue 29 Sep · 08:00 UTC
via PlanetF1‘So dangerous’ – Heated Liam Lawson team radio after untelevised Sergio Perez moveDuring the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Liam Lawson expressed his frustration over Sergio Perez's aggressive defensive tactics, describing them as 'so dangerous' during a team radio transmission. This incident occurred after Lawson had passed Perez, who made a sudden move to the left, forcing Lawson to adjust his line. Both drivers finished the race in 12th and 14th positions, respectively, while George Russell secured his third victory of the season.
The rivalry between Lawson and Perez dates back to the 2024 Mexican Grand Prix, where tensions flared. Lawson's career has seen ups and downs, including being dropped by Red Bull and later returning to the Racing Bulls team. The F1 2026 season is set to continue with the Bahrain Grand Prix, marking a significant return to Malaysia for the first time since 2017.
PlanetF1Mon 28 Sep · 17:04 UTC
via Motorsport.comWhy Mercedes thought Max Verstappen was "on some sort of massive bungee cord" in Azerbaijan GPDuring the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, George Russell initially created a significant lead over Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar, but the deployment of a safety car changed the race dynamics. After the safety car, Verstappen managed to close the gap and challenged Russell, leading to a nail-biting finish where only 0.196 seconds separated them at the line.
Mercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord remarked on Verstappen's ability to catch up, likening it to being on a 'massive bungee cord'. Despite Russell's superior speed in the second sector, Verstappen's straight-line speed allowed him to stay close. The race highlighted the intense competition and strategic nuances of Formula 1, with Russell managing to maintain his lead despite the pressure.
Motorsport.comMon 28 Sep · 16:30 UTC
via Motorsport.comAlpine clears Franco Colapinto of internal punishmentAlpine has decided not to impose any internal sporting punishment on Franco Colapinto following his crash during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Colapinto stated that the team's analysis indicated his mistake was 'minor'.Motorsport.com+ 2 moreMon 28 Sep · 14:21 UTC
via racer.com‘It was wrong of me’ - Norris apologizes to Colapinto over race ban callLando Norris has publicly apologised to Franco Colapinto for suggesting that Colapinto should be banned following a crash during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident occurred when Colapinto missed his braking point on a safety car restart, resulting in a collision that took out both Norris and his teammate Pierre Gasly, leading to their retirements from the race.
After the race, Norris expressed his frustration and called for a ban, but later recognised that his comments were inappropriate. He reached out to Colapinto to apologise, stating that emotions were high but that he should have known better. Both drivers have since reconciled and are looking forward to the upcoming race in Malaysia.
racer.comMon 28 Sep · 11:52 UTC
via CrashOscar Piastri slammed for “rookie error” in “weird” Azerbaijan GP momentOscar Piastri faced criticism for a significant lock-up at Turn 1 during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which was labelled a 'rookie error' by former champion Jacques Villeneuve. This mistake caused Piastri to drop from second place to 13th, missing out on points in the process.
Both Piastri and his McLaren teammate Lando Norris struggled with pace throughout the race, with Norris also experiencing a lock-up that forced him to take the escape road. After the race, Piastri expressed his surprise at the incident, stating he did not believe he had done anything unusual to cause the lock-up.CrashMon 28 Sep · 10:59 UTC
via f1oversteer.comAlpine supports Franco Colapinto after Baku crashFlavio Briatore, the Alpine Formula 1 chief, has confirmed that the team will not impose any internal punishment on Franco Colapinto following his collision with team-mate Pierre Gasly during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Colapinto stated he has the full support of Briatore despite the initial anger over the incident.f1oversteer.com+ 6 moreMon 28 Sep · 10:00 UTC
via F1iLiam Lawson confused by lack of penalty for Arvid LindbladLiam Lawson expressed his confusion over the decision not to penalise Arvid Lindblad following their incident during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Lindblad has since apologised for the collision, but Lawson remains baffled by the lack of consequences.
F1i+ 1 moreMon 28 Sep · 08:39 UTC
via racer.comRussell, Verstappen, Hadjar find Norris call for Colapinto race ban 'too harsh'Lando Norris has suggested that Franco Colapinto should be banned from racing following a crash during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which he deemed dangerous. However, fellow drivers George Russell, Max Verstappen, and Isack Hadjar have expressed that this punishment is too severe, arguing that the incident stemmed from a minor mistake exacerbated by challenging track conditions.
Russell, who won the race, emphasized that race bans should be reserved for intentional reckless behaviour, while Verstappen highlighted the importance of accountability from Colapinto. Hadjar pointed out that the bumpy track and difficulties in warming up tires contributed to the crash's severity. Colapinto has received a five-place grid penalty for the upcoming Malaysian Grand Prix.racer.comMon 28 Sep · 08:10 UTC
via f1oversteer.comMcLaren warned Oscar Piastri about lock-up risk in unheard Azerbaijan Grand Prix radioDuring the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Oscar Piastri was in contention for a podium finish when he experienced a lock-up that caused him to fall to 15th place. He initially passed Charles Leclerc for second position and defended against Red Bull drivers until a safety car incident changed the race dynamics. Piastri's lock-up occurred while he was under pressure from Isack Hadjar, leading to a significant drop in his race position due to heavily flat-spotted tyres.
McLaren's Tom Stallard had warned Piastri about the risk of lock-ups after Lando Norris had a similar incident earlier in the race. Despite the setback, Stallard noted that Piastri's first stint was impressive and expressed optimism about their performance moving forward. Andrea Stella acknowledged that the team's car performance contributed to the lock-ups, indicating that insufficient straight-line speed put additional pressure on the drivers.f1oversteer.comMon 28 Sep · 08:00 UTC
via PlanetF1Lando Norris under fire from government official and football icon after BakuLando Norris faced criticism after being taken out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to a collision caused by Franco Colapinto. Following the incident, Norris expressed his frustration and called for stricter penalties, suggesting that Colapinto should receive at least a one-race ban for his actions, which he deemed careless and damaging.
The incident drew attention from notable figures, including Argentina's Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno and football star Sergio Aguero, who both commented on Norris's stance. Colapinto was subsequently penalised with a grid drop for his role in the crash, which will affect his participation in the upcoming race in Malaysia.PlanetF1Mon 28 Sep · 07:42 UTC
Wikimedia Commons · Yu Chu Chin · CC BY-SA 4.0Norris backlash explodes after Colapinto attackSep.28 (GMM) Lando Norris’ demand for Franco Colapinto to be banned from Formula 1 has triggered a widening backlash, with Argentine politicians, media figures and fans all piling into the controversy. The row began after Colapinto’s Baku restart crash, which eliminated his teammate Pierre Gasly and world champion Norris and damaged Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes. Norris…newsonf1.comMon 28 Sep · 06:29 UTC
via f1technical.netNorris opens up on his technical issues in BakuLando Norris faced a challenging Azerbaijan Grand Prix, ultimately retiring after a collision during a Safety Car restart. His McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri, also encountered difficulties, losing a potential podium after a late-race mistake. Norris expressed frustration over the team's lack of straight-line speed and the unfortunate circumstances that led to his retirement.
Following the race, Norris called for the FIA to impose stricter penalties for incidents like his, suggesting that drivers causing major collisions during Safety Car restarts should face race bans. Despite the disappointing outcome, he believes McLaren can take positives from the weekend and is focused on improving performance ahead of the next race in Malaysia.
f1technical.netMon 28 Sep · 03:00 UTC
via f1technical.net“It just hurts obviously," claims Piastri as he rues missed Baku podiumOscar Piastri expressed disappointment after finishing outside the points at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, despite showing strong pace throughout the weekend. He started the race in second place but lost positions during a Safety Car restart and made a costly mistake at Turn 1, which left him at the back of the field with flat-spotted tyres.
Despite the setback, Piastri highlighted the positives from the weekend, stating that he learned a lot and felt more comfortable with the car. He is looking forward to the next race in Malaysia, hoping to build on the progress made in Baku and improve his performance.f1technical.netMon 28 Sep · 01:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comLando Norris surprised by Oscar Piastri's paceLando Norris stated that McLaren were 'surprised' by Oscar Piastri's performance during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Team principal Andrea Stella acknowledged that McLaren must learn from their mistakes after a disappointing race.f1oversteer.comSun 27 Sep · 19:00 UTC
via gpfans.comFranco Colapinto faces backlash over Alpine seat threatFranco Colapinto has expressed concern over the potential loss of his Alpine seat due to backlash from fans. The situation has drawn criticism from Pierre Gasly, Lando Norris, and Flavio Briatore.
gpfans.com+ 1 moreSun 27 Sep · 17:45 UTC
via RacingNews365Oscar Piastri reveals 'pretty painful' misery after Baku 'surprise'Oscar Piastri expressed his frustration after a double front lock-up during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix ruined what could have been a strong race for him. The incident occurred on lap 40 while he was defending his position, dropping him from second to the rear of the field, and he ultimately finished in 13th place, leaving McLaren without any points.
Despite the disappointing outcome, Piastri noted that he had made progress throughout the weekend, feeling more comfortable and capable of extracting better lap times from his car. He acknowledged the painful nature of the result but remained optimistic about his performance leading up to the incident.
RacingNews365Sun 27 Sep · 17:30 UTC
via f1oversteer.comIsack Hadjar reflects on Liam Lawson's Red Bull stintIsack Hadjar expressed mixed feelings about watching Liam Lawson drive his Red Bull Formula 1 car while he was sidelined due to injury. Damon Hill commented on the psychological pressure Lawson faces after Hadjar's impressive performances.f1oversteer.comSun 27 Sep · 17:00 UTC
via RacingNews365RUMOURChristian Horner stirs Ferrari pot as Lando Norris hits out – International Media ReactsGeorge Russell emerged victorious in a chaotic Azerbaijan Grand Prix, but the aftermath was dominated by Franco Colapinto's collision and speculation surrounding Christian Horner's future. Horner indicated that Ferrari is the only team he would consider joining as an employee, which has become a distraction for Ferrari's team principal Frederic Vasseur during race weekends.
Lando Norris criticized Colapinto's actions that led to his retirement, demanding stricter penalties for such incidents. Despite Ferrari's technical shortcomings, Vasseur noted that the team still managed to outscore McLaren in the race. Other notable events included Pierre Gasly's frustration over his retirement and Oscar Piastri's dramatic fall in positions due to a lock-up.RacingNews365Sun 27 Sep · 16:45 UTC
via Motorsport WeekAlpine condemns online abuse after Colapinto incidentAlpine has issued a statement condemning the online abuse directed at drivers, media, and rival teams following the controversial collision involving Franco Colapinto and Lando Norris. The team highlighted the negative impact of such behaviour in the wake of the incident during the Baku race.
Motorsport Week+ 1 moreSun 27 Sep · 13:38 UTC
via PlanetF1Lando Norris ‘race ban’ theory under Verstappen, Hadjar and Russell scrutinyLando Norris has called for a race ban for Franco Colapinto following a multi-car collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which resulted in Norris retiring from the race. Norris believes that Colapinto's actions were careless and deserving of a ban, stating that such incidents cost teams significant amounts of money.
However, his request has faced criticism from fellow drivers George Russell, Max Verstappen, and Isack Hadjar, who feel that a race ban is too severe for what they consider a small mistake. Colapinto received a 10-second penalty for causing the collision, which has been converted into a five-place grid drop for his next race.PlanetF1Sun 27 Sep · 13:04 UTC
via espn.comNorris targeted with online abuse, called for banLando Norris has been targeted with significant online abuse after he urged Formula 1 to impose a ban on Franco Colapinto, following a collision that led to a three-car pile-up during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident forced Norris to retire from the race, prompting backlash from Colapinto's supporters on social media.
In response to the abuse, Colapinto's team, Alpine, issued a statement condemning the hate directed not only at Norris but also at other members of the Formula 1 community. They emphasised the need to address online abuse and promote healthy competition within the sport. Following the race, Norris's championship hopes appear diminished as he trails Kimi Antonelli by 116 points, while George Russell's victory has positioned him as Antonelli's primary title challenger.
espn.comSun 27 Sep · 12:20 UTCvia espn.comNorris targeted with online abuse, called for banLando Norris has been targeted with significant online abuse after he urged Formula 1 to impose a ban on Franco Colapinto, following a collision that led to a three-car pile-up during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident forced Norris to retire from the race, prompting backlash from Colapinto's supporters on social media.
In response to the abuse, Colapinto's team, Alpine, issued a statement condemning the hate directed not only at Norris but also at other members of the Formula 1 community. They emphasised the need to address online abuse and promote healthy competition within the sport. Following the race, Norris's championship hopes appear diminished as he trails Kimi Antonelli by 116 points, while George Russell's victory has positioned him as Antonelli's primary title challenger.espn.comSun 27 Sep · 12:20 UTC