It’s time to ditch the Monaco Grand Prix from Formula 1 May 26, 2023 It’s that time of year again when the super rich scramble for the best spot in Monaco’s Port Hercule – many of whom aren’t there to watch some of the world’s best Formula 1 drivers, but to simply say they were there. The super yachts line up like sardines in an overpriced tin, paying for [...]
Imola Formula 1 grand prix OFF over flooding in Italy May 17, 2023 This weekend’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix has been called off due to flooding at the track in Imola. Water levels have been rising throughout the week with the track near Bologna separated from the River Santerno by a mere fence. F1 president Stefano Domenicali said: “The decision that has been taken is the right one [...]
No boos please, I’m driving: Max Verstappen hits back at Miami Grand Prix jeers May 8, 2023 Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen insists he was only booed at the Miami Grand Prix because he is successful. Verstappen underlined his and Red Bull’s dominance with a third win in five races this season in Florida on Sunday. But the Dutchman’s race was soured by audible jeers aimed towards him both at the [...]
Recap: The sport stars at the Met Gala May 7, 2023 The Met Gala is an event in New York City where the stars of the globe come together to raise money for the Metropolitan Museum. Among this year’s dazzling list of Met Gala invitees were a group of iconic sports stars. See their outfits below. Who went to the Met Gala? Ex-Formula 1 driver Daniel [...]
DCMS chair reiterates need for sanctions on Russians amid ex-F1 driver Mazepin’s case May 4, 2023 The acting chair of a key parliamentary committee has reiterated the need for sanctions on Russian sportspeople amid news former F1 driver Nikita Mazepin is challenging the UK Foreign Secretary to overturn his. Mazepin and his father Dmitry were sanctioned by the UK, European Union and Canada as part of wide-reaching measures taken after Russian [...]
Jenson Button: ‘Lewis Hamilton will stick around for eighth F1 title fight’ May 3, 2023 Jenson Button has backed former McLaren-Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton to stay in Formula 1 and win more world titles. Hamilton has reportedly pondered his future since coming within less than a lap of winning a record eighth crown in 2021, only to have the Drivers’ Championship controversially snatched away from him by Red Bull rival [...]
Formula 1 engineer: Budget cap should rise with inflation April 29, 2023 Last season, Formula 1 teams Aston Martin and Red Bull were punished for issues relating to the newly introduced budget cap. While Lawrence Stroll’s Aston Martin received a slap on the wrist and a fine for a technical error relating to admin, Red Bull went above the $145m cap by £1.8m, were fined $7m and [...]
Jack Daniel’s and McLaren combine for limited edition whiskey bottle April 27, 2023 Formula 1 team McLaren and alcohol brand Jack Daniel’s have produced a limited edition whiskey bottle. The struggling F1 outfit – who current hold just 12 points in the 2023 constructor standings – are celebrating their 60th anniversary this year. Louise McEwen, executive director, brand & marketing, McLaren Racing, said: “We are thrilled to launch [...]
Interview: Formula 1 team Aston Martin optimistic of Baku podium April 27, 2023 Formula 1, of late, has been a dominance sport, but Aston Martin have forced themselves into the mix and don’t plan on giving up the fight anytime soon. Since Jenson Button’s win for Brawn in 2009, every World Championship has been won by a driver from either Red Bull or Mercedes. Their duopoly has been [...]
Formula 1 test firm AB Dynamics drives towards revenues of £50m April 25, 2023 AB Dynamics, which produces robots and simulators used by Alfa Romeo’s Formula 1 team, saw revenues close to £50m in the six-month period to 28 February 2023. The results, which mean AB has increased revenue by £10m on the previous year, came despite the continuing supply chain disruption and economic uncertainty at the time. The [...]