George Russell says that Mercedes will have to take data from their new upgrade package “with a pinch of salt” this weekend in Monaco.
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“A shame” Honda are leaving Red Bull for Aston Martin – Verstappen
2023 Monaco Grand Prix
Posted onWorld champion Max Verstappen says it is a “shame” Red Bull’s power unit manufacturers Honda will switch to Aston Martin in 2026.
‘I’ve made too many mistakes’, admits De Vries
2023 Monaco Grand Prix
Posted onAlphaTauri’s rookie driver Nyck de Vries admits that he has made too many mistakes during the opening five rounds of the 2023 season.
Pictures: First look at Mercedes’ major changes to its W14
2023 Monaco Grand Prix
Posted onThe first images of Mercedes’ upgrade package for its W14 for this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix reveal revised sidepods among other changes.
First F1 Manager 23 details confirmed including new mode based on real races
Gaming
Posted onThe second instalment of Frontier Developments’ official F1 Manager series will be released in the summer with key tweaks to gameplay and a new mode.
F1’s engine noise debate went quiet. Does it still need to turn up the volume?
Round Table
Posted onF1’s engines were once panned for being too quiet. Does the sport’s popularity show the criticism was misplaced or does it still need to turn up the volume?
Alonso’s win ‘possibility’ in the principality and four more Monaco GP talking points
2023 Monaco Grand Prix
Posted onWill the two championship leaders have another flare up between them this weekend in Monte Carlo? Here are the talking points for the Monaco Grand Prix.
Mercedes announce £70m factory expansion
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Mercedes announce Brackley factory expansion • Kobayashi and Maldonado’s F1 23 ratings revealed • Palou went “aggressive” for pole
New F1 23 multiplayer mode takes cues from FIFA’s Ultimate Team
Gaming
Posted onEA Sports has unveiled a new multiplayer hub to F1 23, which resembles the Ultimate Team modes in its FIFA, Madden and NHL franchises.
Slight risk of rain forecast in cloudy Monaco Grand Prix weekend
2023 Monaco Grand Prix weather
Posted onComfortable, warm temperatures are expected this weekend in Monte Carlo as F1 returns, but a small risk of rain cannot be ignored.
Higher aero testing time a “big positive” for Aston Martin – Fallows
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: More aero testing time “big positive” for Aston Martin • Lawson leads Super Formula after Autopolis win • Buhler dominates F1 Academy race
Will Daniel Ricciardo be racing in Formula 1 in 2024?
Debates and Polls
Posted onLargely sitting out the 2023 season as Red Bull’s third driver, Daniel Ricciardo is not giving up on F1. But will he really find a way back on the grid in 2024?
Former Alpine team principal Budkowski linked to A1GP revival bid
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: A1GP revival bid led by Budkowski – reports • Williams hold charity stream with Albon and Vowles • Garcia grows F1 Academy lead
Caption Competition 215: Pinch me, Carlos
Caption Competition
Posted onWhat was a blindfolded Leclerc thinking before his team mate pinched his nose before the Miami Grand Prix? Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?
Liberty Media not looking to sell F1 – Maffei
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Liberty have no plans to sell F1, says Maffei • Verstappen headlines all-star simrace event • Sato sets new Indy benchmark
Upgrades delayed and relief for Gasly: How Imola’s cancellation affects the competition
2023 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix
Posted onWith another race in 2023 off the schedule, what does that mean for teams and drivers when it comes to this year’s world championship?
Ferrari donate €1m to Emilia-Romagna flood rescue efforts
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Ferrari donate €1m to Emilia-Romagna flood rescue efforts • De Vries stranded by flood waters • Ericsson keeps Ganassi on top
Imola circuit to refund ticket holders for cancelled grand prix
2023 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix
Posted onThe Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari circuit in Imola is offering refunds to all ticket holders for this weekend’s cancelled F1 race.
Mercedes will introduce its planned Imola upgrade for W14 in Monaco
2023 F1 season
Posted onMercedes will not delay the major upgrade planned for its W14 following the cancellation of this weekend’s Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix.
The F1 22 flaws EA Sports need to fix to make F1 23 a must-buy
Gaming
Posted onWith F1 23 only a month away, publishers EA Sports have some key issues from last year’s game to address to keep players happy this season.