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sports1 year ago

Max Verstappen's 2024 Triumph: Skill, Strategy, and Salary Shifts

Max Verstappen, the highest-paid driver in Formula 1, will see a $19 million reduction in his Red Bull bonus for the 2024 season due to fewer race victories compared to 2023. Despite securing his fourth consecutive World Championship, Verstappen's bonus is impacted by increased competition from teams like McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes. Meanwhile, Red Bull's team principal Christian Horner received an 11% pay rise following the team's record-breaking 2023 season.

via Planet F1|
#christian-horner#driver-salaries#f1-2024
sports1 year ago

Verstappen Criticized for Complaints About Las Vegas GP

Max Verstappen has faced criticism from former F1 driver Giedo van der Garde for complaining about the scheduling of the Las Vegas GP, which is part of a triple-header with Qatar and Abu Dhabi. Verstappen expressed concerns about the health impact of the time difference and long flights on drivers. Van der Garde dismissed these concerns, suggesting that the mechanics are more affected by the schedule. Verstappen is currently leading the Drivers' Championship and could secure his fourth title in Las Vegas.

via Planet F1|
#driver-health#f1-2024#giedo-van-der-garde
sports1 year ago

Red Bull Faces Rear Wing Woes at Las Vegas GP, Verstappen Struggles for Grip

Red Bull is facing a significant challenge at the Las Vegas GP due to bringing the wrong rear wing, resulting in a loss of over half a second on the straights. This mistake has left Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez struggling in practice sessions, with Verstappen finishing P17 and Perez P19. The team is unable to get a suitable replacement wing in time, which could impact their performance and Verstappen's bid for a fourth consecutive World Championship. Red Bull is currently third in the Constructors' Championship, trailing Ferrari and McLaren.

via Planet F1|
#f1-2024#las-vegas-gp#max-verstappen
sports-formula-11 year ago

"Alpine's F1 2024 Challenge: Unveiling the True Potential of the A524 Car"

Alpine has unveiled a completely overhauled 2024 F1 car, with technical director Matt Harman stating that only the steering wheel has been carried over from the previous model. The aggressive revamp aims to unlock more development potential, but the team is prepared for a potentially difficult start to the season due to the new concept. Drivers Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly acknowledge the possibility of initial setbacks but remain optimistic about the car's potential for improvement throughout the year, drawing inspiration from other teams' successful mid-season upgrades following concept changes.

via Motorsport.com|
#alpine#concept-change#f1-2024