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Red Bull has lodged a protest against Mercedes driver George Russell over his driving behind the safety car at the Canadian Grand Prix, questioning his safety and adherence to regulations, which could potentially overturn his race victory.
The final media day of the Formula One season in Abu Dhabi was marked by a heated exchange between George Russell and Max Verstappen. Russell publicly addressed Verstappen's previous comments, accusing him of bullying and making aggressive remarks. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff joined Russell to criticize Red Bull's Christian Horner for his comments on Russell's mental state. The incident has reignited tensions between the teams, with Verstappen dismissing Russell's claims and calling him a "loser." The rivalry is expected to continue into the next season.
During Thursday's practice sessions for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Mercedes showed strong performance with Lewis Hamilton leading both sessions, despite challenging low-grip conditions on the street circuit. McLaren's Lando Norris was close behind, indicating potential contention for pole position. Ferrari and Red Bull faced challenges, with Red Bull struggling particularly with tire grip. The cold temperatures and dusty track conditions added complexity to the practice runs, with teams focusing on balancing low-downforce setups and tire warm-up strategies.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner hints at the possibility of calling Max Verstappen's bluff if he wants to leave the team, emphasizing that no individual is bigger than the team. The off-track saga involving Verstappen's mentor Helmut Marko has caused tension, with Verstappen indicating he might consider leaving if Marko departs. Horner acknowledges the potential of Verstappen leaving but asserts that the team won't force anyone to stay against their will. The situation raises questions about the team's willingness to let go of a driver of Verstappen's caliber and the potential consequences for Red Bull's dominance in Formula 1.
In the Thursday practice sessions at the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen led FP1 but was third in FP2, with Fernando Alonso topping the latter session for Aston Martin. Red Bull's overall edge was evident, but Mercedes had a scrappy day, with Hamilton causing a near-miss incident and suffering a power problem. Red Bull's long-run pace appears superior, while Ferrari and Aston Martin showed promise. McLaren struggled, and all teams are gearing up for a tight qualifying session.
The female employee involved in the alleged sexting scandal with Formula 1 boss Christian Horner has been suspended from her position at Red Bull Racing, with the decision reportedly stemming from findings of an internal investigation. Horner, who is married to Geri Halliwell, has denied any wrongdoing and was cleared in an independent investigation. The alleged text messages, including salacious comments, were leaked on the eve of the F1 season opener, causing embarrassment for Halliwell. The situation has led to the suspension of the female employee and has garnered significant media attention.
FIA chief Mohammed Ben Sulayem has expressed concern that the controversy surrounding Red Bull team principal Christian Horner is damaging Formula One, following allegations of inappropriate conduct. Horner was cleared of misconduct by Red Bull after an investigation, but files related to the case were leaked to the media. Despite the cloud over the team, Red Bull's Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Bahrain race, and he expressed confidence in Horner's leadership on the performance side.
Red Bull's dominant performance in practice and qualifying for the Bahrain GP has left rivals feeling their chances are minimal, with Max Verstappen enjoying a significant advantage over the opposition. In addition to their pace, Red Bull also holds a tyre strategy advantage, with Verstappen and Sergio Perez having a new soft tyre available for the race, while their main rivals only have used ones. The strategy points to the soft tyre being the choice for the first stint, giving Red Bull a significant cushion and leaving the rest of the field accepting that there is one clear favorite for the first F1 race of 2024.
Red Bull's Max Verstappen secured pole position in the Bahrain Grand Prix, but Ferrari's Charles Leclerc could have taken it if not for a strategic error in qualifying. Leclerc's decision to use a second set of soft tires in Q1 ultimately impacted his performance in Q3, allowing Verstappen to claim pole. The article discusses the technical challenges faced by both teams in setting up their cars for the race and speculates on whether Red Bull's perceived performance advantage may have influenced Ferrari's decisions. Despite Red Bull's strong qualifying performance, Ferrari's improved race pace suggests a potentially competitive season ahead.
Alleged evidence from a recent investigation into Red Bull Formula 1 team boss Christian Horner was leaked to F1 personnel and journalists, prompting speculation and calls for more transparency. Horner was cleared by Red Bull's parent company following the investigation, but materials implying to be from the probe were sent to senior F1 figures. Horner refused to comment on the leaked evidence, emphasizing his denial of the allegations and cooperation with the investigation. The leak is seen as an attempt to pressure or discredit Horner, and it remains unclear if the complainant will appeal Red Bull's dismissal of their grievance.
The 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix marks the start of the biggest Formula 1 season in history, with 23 races to follow, and the defending champions, Red Bull, are still considered the team to beat, although the gap to their competitors remains uncertain due to fuel loads. Testing has shown progress from all teams in closing the gap to Red Bull, leading to a more competitive field, with fine margins between the rest of the teams. Additionally, the driver market has been stirred up by Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari, creating unexpected vacancies and potential shifts in driver line-ups for the upcoming season.
After the 2024 Formula 1 testing, Red Bull emerges as the favorite with a significantly evolved car, while Ferrari appears to be its leading challenger. Mercedes shows potential with good long-run pace, and McLaren faces some deficits. Williams and Alpine show signs of improvement, while Haas and Sauber are expected to be at the back of the grid.
The 2024 F1 testing in Bahrain revealed Ferrari as the closest challenger to Red Bull, with a pace difference of three-to-four tenths of a second, while Mercedes showed signs of improvement and confidence in its car. McLaren and Aston Martin seem to be trailing behind, while Alpine is struggling to meet expectations. The drain cover issue and the performance of the "Red Bull 2" team were also highlighted, with Haas cautiously optimistic about its progress. Overall, there is no crisis team, making the upcoming season promising and competitive.
The 2024 Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain saw teams pushing their new cars to the limit, with Red Bull's RB20 impressing as the quickest car, while Ferrari showed significant improvement in performance and tire degradation. Mercedes expressed cautious optimism about their new car's potential, McLaren demonstrated progress, and Aston Martin faced challenges. Other teams like RB, Williams, Haas, Alpine, and Kick Sauber also had varying experiences, setting the stage for an intriguing start to the upcoming season.
Gary Anderson ranks the Formula 1 teams' testing pace ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix, using each driver's fastest time and converting it into a percentage. Ferrari, Red Bull, Mercedes, McLaren, and Sauber are among the teams analyzed, with Ferrari showing stability and potential, Red Bull facing initial understeer issues, and Mercedes adapting to a new car. Anderson predicts a close competition between Red Bull and Ferrari, with Mercedes and McLaren closely behind, and expects a tight battle among the other teams.