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McLaren were “losing a good amount on the straight” – Norris on P3 after 2024 F1 Qatar GP qualifying

Karishma Persad09 mins

After setting the third fastest time during the third session (Q3) of Saturday’s 2024 F1 Qatar GP qualifying session, McLaren Racing’s Lando Norris will start Sunday’s race from the second row, alongside teammate Oscar Piastri. Norris “happy with the lap” despite tricky Qatar GP qualifying Despite a strong performance during Saturday’s sprint race, which saw…

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Russell expects “exciting” race despite “scrappy” end to 2024 F1 Qatar GP qualifying

Karishma Persad09 mins

Despite a strong performance, Mercedes-AMG Petronas’ F1 Team’s George Russell was narrowly edged out for pole position by Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen in the final moments of the 2024 F1 Qatar GP qualifying. In the closing stages of the third qualifying session, Russell set a provisional pole with a lap time of 1:20.575. However,…

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F1 Academy | Qatar GP | Race 1 | Pin wins; Pulling crowned as the F1 Academy 2024 Champion

Trisha Lynnette04 mins

It’s time for the penultimate race of F1 Academy which determined who would take the much awaited championship win. The two contenders for the championship – Abbi Pulling and Doriane Pin – who scored P3 and Pole in qualifying respectively.  As the race took place at around 11 P.M. local time – the drivers did…

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F1 | Qatar GP | Qualifying | Verstappen takes pole ahead of Russell and Norris

Rachel Stephens04 mins

After a McLaren 1-2 at today’s sprint race, all eyes are on the team as they fight to secure the Constructors’ title against Ferrari as qualifying got underway at the F1 Qatar GP. Q1 George Russell is first to line up in the pit lane exit, with medium compound tyres on his Mercedes. Green light and go! …

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F2 | Qatar GP | Sprint | Disappointment for Hadjar as Bearman takes win

Karishma Persad011 mins

Only hours after BWT Alpine F1 Formula One Team confirmed that Paul Aron (ARO), would be joining the team as Reserve Driver for the 2025 season, replacing Jack Doohan who will be making his F1 debut, the Estonian will start his penultimate Formula 2 (F2) sprint race from nineth place. Will Aron match Friday’s performances?…

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F1 Academy | Qatar GP | FP2 | Pin tops second practice, despite strong performance by Pulling

Karishma Persad05 mins

After a challenging first practice session, which saw Prema Racing and Mercedes Junior Team’s Doriane Pin (PIN) top the timesheet, ahead of championship leader, Abbi Pulling (PUL), F1 Academy returns to the Lusail International Circuit for the second and final practice session of the race weekend. Pulling will hope that this session goes smoother than…

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F2 drivers prepare for challenging Qatar GP weekend amid tyre degradation concerns

Karishma Persad05 mins

Despite the heavy criticism of the 2023 F1 Qatar GP, which saw numerous Formula 1 (F1) drivers require medical assistance due to dehydration and heat-related illnesses, Formula 2 will make its debut in Qatar this weekend, supporting the Formula 1 Qatar GP. While forecasts predict, significantly lower temperatures this weekend, dusty conditions may remain a…

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Sainz and Leclerc maintain “really good relationship” after Ferrari F1 tension in Las Vegas

Karishma Persad011 mins

Carlos Sainz claims that despite their P3 and P4 finishes, Ferrari was unhappy with the outcome of the 2024 F1 Las Vegas GP as he and Charles Leclerc could not fight for victory. The Spaniard explained that the team had gone into the weekend optimistic about their chances for the race win. However, their optimism…

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