Avery McClure, Author at Motorsport

Sauber Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley praised rookie driver Gabriel Bortoleto after a solid showing at the F1 Spanish GP,

Wheatley pleased with Bortoleto progress following F1 Spanish GP showing

Avery McClure1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

Sauber Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley praised rookie driver Gabriel Bortoleto after a solid showing at the F1 Spanish GP, describing the young Brazilian’s recent form as mature and composed. Although Bortoleto missed out on points in Barcelona, Wheatley emphasized the growth the rookie has shown during a challenging triple-header stretch. Wheatley: Bortoleto building confidence through…

Williams endured a stop-start Friday at the 2025 F1 Monaco GP, with Alex Albon finishing P8 and Carlos Sainz P13 in a disrupted FP2 session.

Williams duo Albon and Sainz unsure of where they stand after tricky FP2 at F1 Monaco GP

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Williams endured a stop-start Friday at the 2025 F1 Monaco GP, with Alex Albon finishing P8 and Carlos Sainz P13 in a disrupted FP2 session. While Albon managed a top-ten lap despite limited running, Sainz struggled after a setup change that cost him confidence in the car. Both drivers dealt with heavy traffic and repeated…

“You feel stupid” — Sainz frustrated after Williams team orders controversy at F1 Miami GP

Avery McClure1 month ago1 month ago07 mins

Williams Racing found itself dealing with internal tensions during the 2025 F1 Miami GP. Carlos Sainz voiced frustration over a misunderstood team strategy that allowed teammate Alex Albon to pass him mid-race. The drama peaked on lap 14 when Albon overtook Sainz for sixth place—just moments after Sainz was reportedly told positions would be held….

Vowles: Williams F1 needs to “adapt the car” as Sainz gets up to speed

Avery McClure3 months ago3 months ago08 mins

As Williams Racing heads into the F1 Japanese Grand Prix, the team finds itself in a familiar but increasingly competitive midfield battle, team Principal James Vowles reflected on the Chinese Grand Prix. He acknowledged both the team’s recent progress and the challenges that remain. Points on the board With Alex Albon’s ninth-place finish in Shanghai,…

Russell and Antonelli hopeful to “challenge those ahead” in F1 Chinese GP Sprint

Avery McClure3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Mercedes found itself in a solid but not spectacular position after Sprint Qualifying at the F1 Chinese GP, with George Russell securing P5 and rookie Kimi Antonelli taking P7. Russell posted a best time of 1:31.169, while Antonelli trailed by just over half a second with a 1:31.738 as he struggled on softs. Tyre warm…

Williams Racing left the Australian Grand Prix with both optimism and lessons to learn, as the team showcased competitive pace but faced challenges that kept them from fully capitalizing on their potential. Alex Albon finished P5, while Carlos Sainz had a crash and DNF under the safety car. Team Principal James Vowles shared his insights following the race, highlighting both the strengths of the team and areas for improvement.

Vowles details “fantastic insight” Sainz brought to the pit wall during F1 Australian GP

Avery McClure3 months ago3 months ago08 mins

Williams Racing left the F1 Australian GP with both optimism and lessons to learn, as the team showcased competitive pace but faced challenges that kept them from fully capitalizing on their potential. Alex Albon finished P5, while Carlos Sainz had a crash and DNF under the safety car. Team Principal James Vowles shared his insights…

Lando Norris produced an exceptional performance to win the 2025 F1 Australian GP.

F1 | Australian GP | Race | Norris navigates changing conditions to win from pole

Avery McClure3 months ago3 months ago07 mins

Lando Norris is starting the F1 2025 Australian GP in pole position. He’s followed by his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. Behind them is Max Verstappen and George Russell. The third row is a surprising lineup, with Yuki Tsunoda in his VCARB and Alex Albon in his Williams. Both Ferraris are lined up behind them. Haas’s…

The new class: Kimi Antonelli, Ollie Bearman, Isack Hadjar, and Gabriel Bortoleto shared their thoughts against fighting each other ahead of 2025 F1 rookie seasons.

2025 F1 rookie class reflects on stepping up to the main game

Avery McClure3 months ago3 months ago07 mins

As pre-season testing for the 2025 F1 season has concluded and the first race draws near, eyes are on the rookie class making their debut in motorsport’s top category. During a press conference on the third day of testing, Kimi Antonelli, Ollie Bearman, Isack Hadjar, and Gabriel Bortoleto shared their thoughts on competing alongside one…

Mercedes' George Russell and Kimi Antonelli both had strong performances during the 2025 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain.

F1 Testing | Russell and Antonelli “can’t wait to get started” after solid pre-season

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On the second day of testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, continued their preparations for the 2025 season. Despite the challenging weather conditions in Bahrain, they focused on gathering data and refining the setup of the W16. This was a significant day for the Brackley-based team, with drivers George Russell…

The first day of F1 pre-season testing marked the beginning of the 2025 season preparations for McLaren, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

F1 Testing | Norris and Piastri “productive” for McLaren on Day 1

Avery McClure4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

The first day of Formula 1 pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit marked the beginning of the 2025 season preparations for McLaren. Both of the team’s drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, took to the track to gather crucial data and assess the performance of their new cars. The day was pivotal in fine-tuning…