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Alpine to race with Deadpool & Wolverine livery in latest F1 movie tie-up

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:13
Alpine is the latest Formula 1 team to land a movie deal as it promotes the release of Hollywood film Deadpool & Wolverine with a one-off livery for this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix.Alpine's A524 cars will race in a red, black and yellow livery showcasing main characters Deadpool and Wolverine for the Marvel movie which is set for a global release over the Belgian Grand Prix weekend.The team's ...Keep reading

POWER RANKINGS: Who made the biggest impression on our judges in a tense Budapest encounter?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:06
Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris were in a league of their own as McLaren managed some intra-team drama to record a dominant one-two finish in the Hungarian Grand Prix. But which other drivers impressed during the Budapest weekend? Scroll down to check out the latest Power Rankings leaderboard.

What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:06
The F1 circus heads to Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium for the final race before the summer break – but what does the weather have in store after a sweltering Hungary last weekend?

BELGIAN GRAND PRIX – Read the all-new digital race programme here

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:06
Check out the digital race programme for this weekend's Formula 1 Rolex Belgian Grand Prix 2024 in Budapest.

How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Belgian Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:06
Formula 1 travels straight from Budapest to Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian Grand Prix and the final round before the 2024 summer break.

Red Bull technical chief Wache explains ongoing push to help Perez and insists the team still have faith in him

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:06
Pierre Wache has opened up on the efforts Red Bull are going to behind the scenes amid Sergio Perez’s difficult run of F1 weekends, making clear that he is being fully supported in his quest to rediscover some form.

What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:06
Formula 1 is in Belgium ahead of the 14th race weekend of the season, and Pirelli have confirmed what tyres will be in use at Spa-Francorchamps.

What time is the Formula 1 2024 Belgian Grand Prix and how can I watch it?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:06
The F1 drivers and teams are in Belgium for the 14th round of the 2024 season, meaning one final chance to impress before the summer break. But what time do the lights go out?

Why Red Bull’s latest upgrades will not run at the Belgian GP

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 17:05
The Milton Keynes-based team fast tracked a major revision to the sidepods and engine cover last weekend, getting rid of its characteristic Mercedes-style gulleys.The new direction was about maximising downforce because, although it is less efficient aerodynamically, that compromise did not matter at a tight and twisty track like the Hungaroring.Ultimately, the changes proved to be a bit of a ...Keep reading

Mastercard returns to F1 with McLaren tie-up

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 16:33
Global payment card provider Mastercard has returned to Formula 1 sponsorship by inking a deal with McLaren.Mastercard had been known to be exploring an F1 return for some time, and has ultimately decided to join McLaren and become a 'major sponsor' of the papaya squad in what has been described as a 'multi-year' deal.Mastercard branding will appear on the McLaren team's cars and equipment later ...Keep reading

Arrow McLaren IndyCar signing Lundgaard has “zero interest” in F1

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 15:36
Recent Arrow McLaren IndyCar Series signing for 2025, Christian Lundgaard, says he has “zero interest” in getting an opportunity with the team’s Formula 1 squad.In tandem with his European open-wheel career, Lundgaard signed to the Renault Sport Academy in 2017 and tested its F1 car at the Hungaroring and Jerez.He later drove a 2018-spec F1 car at Silverstone and Bahrain and was promoted to ...Keep reading

M-Sport to investigate further Sesks WRC Rally1 outings

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 15:17
M-Sport will investigate further opportunities to field Martins Sesks in the World Rally Championship following stunning displays in Poland and Latvia.Sesks made his Rally1 debut with the Ford team as part of a two-round agreement facilitated by the WRC Promoter and partners of last year’s European Rally Championship runner-up.The Latvian made an immediate impact finishing fifth on his debut in ...Keep reading

What Mercedes wants to see from Antonelli for F1 promotion

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 14:45
Mercedes says that the final call on junior driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli getting the nod for promotion to its Formula 1 team next year is about more than F2 results.Antonelli has thrust himself back into the spotlight after his first victories in F1's feeder series. He took his maiden triumph in the rain-affected Silverstone sprint event, before claiming a first feature race win in Hungary last ...Keep reading

BEYOND THE GRID: F2 and F3 CEO Bruno Michel on steering young drivers to F1 and why Hamilton and Leclerc stood out

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 14:01
Listen to the latest Beyond The Grid with F2 and F3 CEO Bruno Michel.

GALLERY: Alpine unveil special Deadpool & Wolverine livery ahead of Belgian Grand Prix

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 14:01
Alpine have revealed a striking one-off livery ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix weekend, inspired by the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine film.

IT'S RACE WEEK: 5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix

Formula 1 - Wed, 2024-07-24 14:01
One race to go before the August break, and Oscar Piastri’s victory in Hungary continued the competitive nature of the season as he became the seventh different winner in 13 races. Who will come out on top at Spa-Francorchamps is just one of many intriguing aspects heading to Belgium...

The father-son bond that extends to the WRC stages

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 13:50
“I really wanted him to be a good footballer, but it didn’t work out. There was absolutely no expectations whatsoever from my behalf, for him to ever become a professional driver. I’m very proud obviously, he’s surpassed my expectations many years ago and still going strong.”The words are those of Gwyndaf Evans, who speaks with a beaming smile as he recounts how his son Elfyn has ...Keep reading

Would F1 wildcards be welcomed? Our F1 writers have their say

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 13:23
After the idea of a Formula 1 wildcard system was floated by teams and series bosses, it is a prospect that has sparked debate.From providing rookies with a golden chance to impress, to adding an extra competition dimension to F1, the pitch was put forward for evaluation at an F1 Commission meeting in London earlier this week.Here, our writers give their take on the idea and what could happen.A ...Keep reading

Hamilton against F1 cars being fitted with aircon units

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 12:56
Lewis Hamilton is dismissive of FIA's plan to test a simplified air conditioning system in Formula 1 car cockpits to aid drivers in extreme heat, as he feels training alone should suffice.Motorsport.com exclusively revealed over the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix weekend how the governing body is set to trial the device it has developed in response to the struggles of various racers at last season’s ...Keep reading

Crafar to replace Spencer as MotoGP chief steward from 2025

Motorsport - Wed, 2024-07-24 12:32
Freddie Spencer will conclude his term as the chairman of MotoGP’s stewards panel at the end of the year, with Simon Crafar taking over from 2025.Two-time 500cc world champion Spencer has been the chief MotoGP steward since that role was created in 2019, having been nominated for the position by MotoGP’s teams’ association, IRTA.But on Wednesday afternoon, it was announced Spencer will step ...Keep reading

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