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via RaceFansLiam Lawson questions lack of penalty for Arvid LindbladLiam Lawson expressed confusion over the decision not to penalise his Racing Bulls teammate Arvid Lindblad for their collision during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The FIA clarified that no further action was taken against Lindblad, which left Lawson bemused.
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via PlanetF1Arvid Lindblad apologises to Liam Lawson after Baku clashArvid Lindblad has publicly apologised to his Racing Bulls team-mate Liam Lawson following their collision during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident occurred during a restart, leaving Lawson confused about Lindblad's intentions.
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via Motorsport.comLando Norris calls for race ban for Franco ColapintoLando Norris has demanded a one-race ban for Franco Colapinto following a collision that ended both their races at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident has sparked mixed reactions from fellow drivers, with some defending Colapinto's aggressive racing style.
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via f1oversteer.comArvid Lindblad shares why he now ‘respects’ Max Verstappen more than F1 ‘idol’ Lewis HamiltonArvid Lindblad, a driver for Racing Bulls, has expressed that he now holds Max Verstappen in higher regard than his childhood idol, Lewis Hamilton. Lindblad, who grew up watching Hamilton dominate Formula 1, has shifted his admiration towards Verstappen, particularly appreciating his race management skills and overall performance as he embarks on his own F1 career.
Having made his F1 debut in 2026 after a rapid rise through the ranks, Lindblad has already shown promise with points finishes in eight of his last nine races. He acknowledges the challenges of transitioning to F1 and sees Verstappen and Charles Leclerc as key figures from whom he can learn to enhance his skills on the track.
Fri 25 Sep · 11:30 UTC
via newsonf1.comRalf Schumacher supports Tsolov over Lawson for 2027Ralf Schumacher has expressed his belief that Red Bull should promote Nikola Tsolov to the Racing Bulls for the 2027 season instead of retaining Liam Lawson. This comes despite Lawson's strong performances while substituting for Isack Hadjar.
via RacingNews365Liam Lawson returns to Racing Bulls for Azerbaijan GPLiam Lawson is set to return to Racing Bulls for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after filling in for the injured Isack Hadjar. Racing Bulls boss Alan Permane praised Lawson's performances during his stint with the team.
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via f1oversteer.comRalf Schumacher thinks Red Bull just put the final nail in Liam Lawson’s Racing Bulls coffinRalf Schumacher believes he has seen proof that Red Bull intend to drop Liam Lawson from the Racing Bulls line-up and replace him with Nikola ...Thu 24 Sep · 18:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comLiam Lawson's data implicated in Arvid Lindblad's crashJolyon Palmer suggested that Liam Lawson's data misled Arvid Lindblad, contributing to the latter's crash during the second practice session in Azerbaijan. Lindblad's session ended early after he made contact with the barriers, resulting in red flags.+ 1 moreThu 24 Sep · 17:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Arvid Lindblad becomes first Baku casualty with costly red flagArvid Lindblad, driving for Racing Bulls, became the first casualty of the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix after crashing during Free Practice 2. The incident took place at the narrow Castle section, where Lindblad ran wide at Turn 8 and hit the wall, resulting in a red flag for the session.
Lindblad had shown promising pace, finishing eighth in Free Practice 1, but his crash ended his session prematurely. He expressed regret to his team, noting that he had clipped the wall by a small margin, and the team will assess any potential internal damage to the car after the session.Thu 24 Sep · 12:28 UTC
via f1oversteer.comHow Yuki Tsunoda’s pace compared to Liam Lawson in his three races at Racing BullsYuki Tsunoda's time with Racing Bulls has been marked by underperformance compared to his teammate Liam Lawson. In three races, Tsunoda managed only a single point, finishing P10 at Monza, while Lawson consistently achieved better results, averaging a race position of 8.4 compared to Tsunoda's 11.7. Tsunoda's struggles were evident in qualifying as well, where he was on average seven-tenths slower than Lawson.
As Tsunoda steps back, Lawson is set to return for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with Racing Bulls eager to improve their standings in the constructors' championship. The team has faced challenges, being outscored by Alpine during Tsunoda's stint, which has raised questions about Tsunoda's future in Formula 1 amidst speculation linking him to other teams.Wed 23 Sep · 19:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comHonda manager says Yuki Tsunoda must be ‘really disappointed’ with Racing Bulls performance in SpainYuki Tsunoda's performance at the Spanish Grand Prix was disappointing, as he finished in 14th place, his worst result while substituting for Racing Bulls. The driver faced significant challenges after sustaining damage from a collision with Carlos Sainz on the first lap, which hindered his pace throughout the race. Team boss Alan Permane noted that Tsunoda was losing time per lap due to the damage, resulting in a finish nearly 32 seconds behind his teammate Arvid Lindblad, who secured a ninth-place finish.
Honda's young driver manager, Shinji Nakano, expressed that Tsunoda should feel disappointed with his lack of one-lap pace, which affected his qualifying position. Despite the difficulties, Tsunoda had previously shown competitive potential, scoring a point at Monza. As Racing Bulls continue to compete for fifth place in the constructors' standings, there are reports of Tsunoda seeking a seat with Cadillac for the upcoming season.Mon 21 Sep · 19:30 UTC
via Motorsport.comArvid Lindblad nearly flips world's shortest Fiat Panda in bizarre YouTube challengeArvid Lindblad, a rookie driver for Racing Bulls in Formula 1, participated in a YouTube challenge where he drove the world's shortest Fiat Panda. The video, created by the Italian channel Carmagheddon, showcased Lindblad's attempts to perform stunts with the heavily modified vehicle. During the challenge, he nearly flipped the car but managed to regain control, highlighting the vehicle's unique characteristics and his driving skills.
In addition to the Fiat Panda, Lindblad also tested a motorised sofa on a makeshift circuit, admitting that he felt more nervous driving the sofa than during his F1 practices. Currently, Lindblad ranks 11th in the drivers' standings with 31 points, while his teammate Liam Lawson is in 9th place with 59 points, indicating a competitive rookie season for Lindblad.Sat 19 Sep · 15:43 UTC
via f1technical.netBayer opens up on Dan Fallows' early impact at Racing BullsRacing Bulls CEO Peter Bayer has praised the early contribution of Dan Fallows after the former Aston Martin technical director returned to the Red Bull family, describing him as a “big and valuable addition” to the Faenza-based team.
Thu 17 Sep · 07:00 UTC
via f1technical.netFerrari and Mercedes drivers test Pirelli tyres at ImolaLewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc participated in a tyre test at Imola, contributing to Pirelli's development of its prototype compounds for the 2027 Formula 1 season. The test involved five drivers completing a total of 400 laps over 1,220 miles.+ 1 moreWed 16 Sep · 16:00 UTC
via Formula1.comTsunoda reviews Madrid outing after sustaining 'big damage'Yuki Tsunoda had a challenging outing at the Spanish Grand Prix, finishing in 14th place after a collision with Carlos Sainz at the first corner left his car damaged. This incident hindered his ability to make any progress during the race, which could potentially mark his final appearance in Formula 1. Tsunoda had shown promise earlier in the weekend, qualifying 15th and finishing FP2 in eighth, but the race did not go as planned due to the early contact and subsequent handling issues with his car.
Despite the difficulties, Tsunoda noted that he found some pace after Sainz's pit stop under the Virtual Safety Car, but the damage made overtaking nearly impossible. He expressed disappointment with his performance, stating that he struggled with grip throughout the weekend and that the issues worsened as the event progressed. Tsunoda's teammate, Arvid Lindblad, managed to finish in ninth place, highlighting the contrasting fortunes for the Racing Bulls team.
Tue 15 Sep · 14:15 UTC
via f1technical.netRacing Bulls reveal what cost Tsunoda "at least half a second per lap" in MadridRacing Bulls came away from the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid with another points finish for Arvid Lindblad, as the rookie secured ninth place in a difficult race dominated by strategy and track position.Tue 15 Sep · 03:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comDavid Croft reveals how Racing Bulls staff feel about Yuki Tsunoda compared to Liam LawsonRacing Bulls have expressed a preference for Liam Lawson over Yuki Tsunoda, particularly following Lawson's recent performances while substituting for Isack Hadjar. Tsunoda, who returned to the team, managed to score a point at Monza but struggled at the Spanish Grand Prix, finishing in 14th place due to damage from an early collision. The team believes that Lawson's abilities could enhance their chances of finishing in the top five of the constructors' championship for the first time.
David Croft highlighted that Lawson's time with Red Bull might be concluding, as Racing Bulls would like him back soon. The article notes that Lawson and Tsunoda were previously in competition for the Racing Bulls seat, with Lawson's selection costing Tsunoda his position in F1. Despite Tsunoda's past success in scoring more points as a teammate, the current sentiment within Racing Bulls favors Lawson's driving capabilities.Mon 14 Sep · 19:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Racing Bulls respond to Audi appeal as Yuki Tsunoda faces jeopardyRacing Bulls team principal Alan Permane has addressed the appeal lodged by Audi concerning Yuki Tsunoda's start infringement during the Italian Grand Prix. The appeal follows a decision by the stewards that found Tsunoda did not warrant a penalty for his actions, which allowed him to finish in the points at Monza.
The controversy arose after Tsunoda's car was positioned incorrectly on the grid, leading to an extra formation lap. Audi disagrees with the stewards' ruling and aims to overturn it, which could result in a point for their driver Gabriel Bortoleto. Permane humorously noted his upcoming trip to Paris for the appeal, reflecting on the team's previous involvement in FIA hearings.Mon 14 Sep · 10:20 UTC
via Motorsport.comArvid Lindblad: “I’m not going to beat myself up for crashing”Arvid Lindblad experienced a significant crash during the second practice session at the Spanish Grand Prix, which impacted his running time and required a chassis change. Despite this setback, he managed to qualify in 10th place, demonstrating resilience and speed by matching and outperforming his teammate Yuki Tsunoda in qualifying rounds.
Lindblad acknowledged the challenges posed by the crash but emphasized that mistakes are part of the learning process in Formula 1. He has shown consistent performance throughout the season, having not retired from any races and achieving points in most of the recent rounds.Sat 12 Sep · 17:33 UTC
via gpfans.comF1 Results Today: Spanish Grand Prix final practice times and positionsFinal practice for the Spanish Grand Prix was marked by a crash from Lewis Hamilton, which caused a lengthy red flag period. The session was interrupted for about 20 minutes for barrier repairs after Hamilton's incident, which ended his practice early. Following the stoppage, drivers took advantage of the remaining time to conduct qualifying simulations.
Kimi Antonelli topped the timing sheets with a fastest lap of 1:32.797s, followed closely by Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri. The session also saw another red flag due to Ollie Bearman's crash, highlighting the challenges faced by drivers at the new Madring circuit.
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