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via the-race.comFIA to Hear Appeals on Gasly's Monaco Grand Prix PodiumThe FIA will hold a hearing next week regarding appeals from McLaren and Red Bull concerning Pierre Gasly's reinstated podium finish at the Monaco Grand Prix. The hearing will take place behind closed doors, a departure from typical proceedings.

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via Motorsport.comRob Smedley reveals why he turned down F1 team principal rolesFormer Ferrari and Williams race engineer Rob Smedley has revealed that he has recently been approached for Formula 1 team principal roles, but he turned them down. Speaking on the High Performance Racing podcast alongside former Alpine boss Otmar Szafnauer and broadcaster Jake Humphrey, Smedley explained why he was reluctant to take a team principal job in F1. While discussing Szafnauer's ... Keep reading

Motorsport.comMon 17 Aug · 10:05 UTC0

via F1iOtmar Szafnauer Considers Formula 1 Return Under New ConditionsOtmar Szafnauer has expressed openness to a potential return to Formula 1. However, he indicated that any future role may differ from his previous position as a team principal.

Motorsport.com+ 1 moreMon 17 Aug · 09:39 UTC0

via F1iCadillac Appoints Marcin Budkowski as New Team PrincipalCadillac has appointed Marcin Budkowski as the new team principal, replacing Graeme Lowdon. Budkowski has stated that he will start his tenure by focusing on listening to the team's needs.grandprix.com+ 1 moreMon 17 Aug · 00:19 UTC0

via Motorsport WeekFormer F1 Team Principal Shares Unique Approach to Netflix MicrophonesOtmar Szafnauer, a former Formula 1 team principal, disclosed his unconventional method for alerting staff about his microphone during filming for Netflix's Drive to Survive. He aimed to manage the information shared during tense race weekends.

f1oversteer.com+ 2 moreSun 16 Aug · 16:00 UTC0

via f1oversteer.comFlavio Briatore’s latest decision will be ‘very painful’ for Alpine in the futureAs Flavio Briatore looks to take Alpine further than they have been in years past, one decision from him could hold them back significantly. Briatore ...

f1oversteer.comSun 16 Aug · 09:30 UTC0

via the-race.comAlpine's about to face most critical test yet of new eraAlpine started the season with ambitions of hunting down the big four F1 teams. Why has it slumped into the midfield?

the-race.comSun 16 Aug · 08:42 UTC0

via RacingNews365Flavio Briatore dismisses 'monster high-profile' involvement in Alpine F1 rebuildFlavio Briatore insists Alpine will not sign a "monster high-profile" figure to join its technical team - instead pointing to Enstone's history of creating such figures.

RacingNews365Sat 15 Aug · 16:45 UTC0

via f1oversteer.comFranco Colapinto admits he ‘didn’t understand’ the big problem his Alpine data revealedFranco Colapinto has admitted that he could not understand why he was losing half a tenth of a second in “every corner” before Alpine made ...

f1oversteer.comSat 15 Aug · 12:00 UTC0

via Motorsport.comWhat exactly was behind Franco Colapinto's Miami breakthrough at Alpine?According to Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto, Alpine was overtaken by Racing Bulls in the final weeks before Formula 1's summer break. Both drivers say it is simply a matter of car development – Red Bull's sister team has introduced more upgrades, and more effective ones, than the Enstone squad – which means Alpine is pinning a lot of hope on its upgrade package for Zandvoort. On a ... Keep reading

Motorsport.comFri 14 Aug · 10:48 UTC0

via Sky Sports F1Cadillac F1 Team Changes Leadership Midseason with Lowdon's DepartureCadillac has announced the dismissal of Graeme Lowdon as team principal, appointing Marcin Budkowski as his successor. This leadership change occurs during Cadillac's inaugural season in Formula 1.

Autosport+ 10 moreThu 13 Aug · 07:20 UTC0

via RaceFansGasly vs Colapinto: 2026 F1 team mates’ head-to-head scores at summer break | Formula 1Franco Colapinto's first full season as an Alpine driver has begun well, though not strongly enough to worry Pierre Gasly too much.

RaceFansWed 12 Aug · 06:34 UTC0

via Motorsport.comCadillac F1 Team Announces Sudden Change in LeadershipCadillac has replaced Graeme Lowdon with Marcin Budkowski as team principal. The decision, described as not mutual, was made shortly before the Dutch Grand Prix.

F1i+ 12 moreTue 11 Aug · 15:16 UTC0

via F1iFranco Colapinto Experiences Robbery During Summer Break in ItalyAlpine driver Franco Colapinto was robbed while vacationing at Lake Como during the Formula 1 summer break. The incident occurred while he was enjoying his time off in Italy.

PlanetF1+ 3 moreTue 11 Aug · 12:42 UTC0

via Formula1.comAlpine's 2026 Season: Progress and Challenges ReviewedAlpine has experienced a mixed 2026 season, initially making significant strides but struggling to maintain consistent performance. The team, powered by Mercedes engines, has fallen behind competitors in the battle for the 'best of the rest' title.

Motorsport.com+ 1 moreTue 11 Aug · 11:46 UTC0

via CrashArvid Lindblad gives Racing Bulls rallying cry in F1 constructors’ fightArvid Lindblad has demanded that Racing Bulls presses home its advantage over Alpine

CrashMon 10 Aug · 13:52 UTC0

via Formula1.comHaas F1 Team Reviews 2026 Season Midpoint PerformanceAs the 2026 season reaches its midpoint, Haas reflects on its performance thus far. The team currently sits in seventh place in the constructors' standings, having accumulated 21 points.

Motorsport.com+ 1 moreMon 10 Aug · 12:00 UTC0

via Motorsport WeekJeremy Clarkson Celebrates Alpine's Monaco Podium with Beer GiftAfter Esteban Ocon's podium finish at the 2023 Monaco Grand Prix, Jeremy Clarkson humorously celebrated by giving beer to the Alpine team. Former Alpine boss Otmar Szafnauer shared this amusing anecdote, highlighting Clarkson's lighthearted approach.

Crash+ 1 moreMon 10 Aug · 11:00 UTC0

via Motorsport WeekOtmar Szafnauer Advises Ferrari to Support Charles LeclercFormer Alpine Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer has urged Ferrari to refrain from intervening in Charles Leclerc's performance. His comments come amid a challenging season for Leclerc, who has faced increased competition from Lewis Hamilton.

Motorsport.com+ 4 moreSun 9 Aug · 12:46 UTC0

via F1iFranco Colapinto Discusses Challenges of Meeting Briatore's ExpectationsFranco Colapinto has shared insights into the difficulties of satisfying Flavio Briatore's expectations as a team principal. Despite achieving points in races, Colapinto noted that Briatore's standards remain exceptionally high.

Motorsport.com+ 1 moreSat 8 Aug · 11:11 UTC0

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