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Red Bull’s RB22 upgrade package proved pivotal in Friday’s Spielberg practice, as Max Verstappen labelled it “crucial” while still searching for balance and stability. Engine‑Related Revival Sparks Concerns During the two session day’s first part Verstappen complained that the power unit was oddly losing revolutions at the apex of Turn 3. He said the rear of […]

Mercedes welcomed the Lauda family to the Red Bull Ring ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, a gesture underscoring the enduring legacy of the late champion. Trackside Tribute The team posted images of Mathias Lauda and his grandson Lennon beside the iconic red cap, headset and a single red star now featured on the silver […]

George Russell warns that McLaren’s recent lap times may turn the Austrian GP into a double‑header race‑pace showdown. McLaren’s heat‑weather advantage After Kimi Antonelli’s flawless Friday sprint, the Italian’s 0.237‑second edge over Oscar Piastri and a tenth ahead of Lando Norris highlighted McLaren’s preparedness for the Red Bull Ring’s blistering conditions. Stella, McLaren’s chief, notes […]

Former Formula 1 veteran Jolyon Palmer says Charles Leclerc could become the decisive asset in Lewis Hamilton’s title push. Palmer’s Take on Leclerc’s Role Palmer insists the narrative that Leclerc is merely the “second driver” for Ferrari is misleading, noting the teammate’s consistent pace matches Hamilton’s across recent weekends. He highlighted that the seven‑time champion outpaced Leclerc only in […]

McLaren has put its low‑drag rear wing project on hold until after the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Motorsport.com reports. Why the Hold? The “Macarena” design, first trialled at the Austrian GP, requires more development before a track rollout, as any failure would cost precious practice time. Wing Mechanics Unlike standard DRS, the new system […]