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Bearman optimistic ahead of F1 São Paulo GP, credits Haas for right strategy call in Mexico
Ollie Bearman has been making waves for bringing Haas up the board ahead of the F1 São Paulo GP. As one of six rookies this year, Bearman placed fourth in Mexico City. After his highest score of the season and in his career so far, the pressure is on for the F1 São Paulo GP….
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Hamilton, Russell and Alonso continue to voice displeasure at Turn 1 cuts in F1 Mexico City GP
Turn 1 at the F1 Mexico City GP revealed to be carrying rather long lasting consequences for many drivers involved. In fact, many drivers retuned on the topic ahead of the São Paulo GP. The first turn melee had seen four drivers involved in the battle for lead, with Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc taking…
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Some luck required to win title, Verstappen admits ahead of F1 São Paulo GP
Max Verstappen heads into the F1 São Paulo GP determined to look on from a podium finish in Mexico. The four-time World Champion admitted that Red Bull struggled to find the right set-up at altitude, but said he’s confident of a stronger showing at Interlagos. Learning from Mexico Verstappen admitted that the Mexico race exposed…
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Norris on mentality and reclaiming championship lead ahead of F1 São Paulo GP
McLaren driver Lando Norris leads the World Drivers’ Championship ahead of the F1 São Paulo GP in Brazil. The British driver led the 2025 F1 championship from Australia up until Saudi Arabia, surpassed by teammate Oscar Piastri. Norris reclaimed the lead following a dominant drive in Mexico, finishing over 30 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc…
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Piastri reflects on recent struggles ahead of the F1 São Paulo GP
Following recent difficulties, Oscar Piastri heads into the F1 São Paulo GP sitting second in the Drivers’ Championship. Teammate Lando Norris leads with 357 points, just one point ahead of Piastri, who has 356. Behind, Max Verstappen is closing in with 321 points after having had a strong recent run. Championship mentality When asked if…
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Bortoleto embraces home debut at F1 São Paulo GP
Gabriel Bortoleto is set to experience his first São Paulo GP as an F1 driver this weekend, following an impressive points finish in Mexico City. The young Brazilian secured tenth place at the Mexico City GP just two weeks ago, climbing from 16th on the grid to claim a championship point for Sauber. Now, he…
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Leclerc remains optimistic heading into the F1 São Paulo GP as he hopes to break podium-free streak at Interlagos
Charles Leclerc is managing expectations ahead of this weekend’s F1 São Paulo GP, insisting Ferrari shouldn’t get “carried away” despite recent momentum. Speaking at the drivers’ press conference on Thursday, Leclerc stated that Ferrari will be approaching this weekend with the same mindset that delivered strong results in Austin and Mexico. Leclerc focused on execution,…
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Senior Aston Martin F1 staff members set to depart the team ahead of Newey’s 2026 restructuring
With the recent changes since securing Adrian Newey, Aston Martin’s F1 aerodynamics chief, Eric Blandin, became part of the team’s overhaul before 2026. This decision looks to be linked to the new regulation changes for 2026. In this restructuring, Akio Haga, Aston Martin’s F1 car designer, was also dismissed from his chief position. Currently seventh…
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Liam Lawson suprised by OMDAI statement following F1 Mexico City GP marshal incident
During lap three of the F1 Mexico City GP, Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson had to take avoiding action when he came across two marshals on the track. While the FIA apologised to Lawson, the Mexican Motorsport Federation blamed the 23-year old for the incident. Liam Lawson surprised by OMDAI’s statement After an early collision…
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Freddie Slater joins M2 Competition for 2026 CTFROT
Freddie Slater, the 2025 Formula Regional European Championship (FRECA) champion, is the first confirmed driver for the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT). The 17-year-old from Stratford-upon-Avon, UK, will race for the successful M2 Competition team and will contend for the title in the prestigious series A remarkable career so far Slater’s racing…