All articles tagged with #sprint race
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Ars Technica
The Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos showcased the track's challenging features and unpredictable weather, with a sprint race that tested drivers' skills amid dry track conditions but wet curbs, highlighting the intensity and drama of F1 racing. Recent championship standings and team performances, including McLaren and Williams, were also discussed.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Autosport
The 2025 F1 Brazil GP faced weather challenges with an early storm washing away track grip, impacting qualifying and sprint race preparations, but the schedule remained largely unaffected.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Formula 1
Lando Norris won an action-packed Sprint at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, holding off Kimi Antonelli amid changing conditions and crashes, including Oscar Piastri's early exit, to extend his championship lead.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Formula 1
Max Verstappen won a dramatic Sprint at the 2025 US Grand Prix in Austin, which was marred by a Turn 1 collision that caused both McLaren drivers to retire early. The race featured multiple safety cars, intense battles, and strategic moves, with Verstappen securing his 13th Sprint victory and extending his lead in the championship standings.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Motorsport.com
Carlos Sainz suggests short-term fixes like using only soft tires in sprint races to increase excitement and proposes experimenting with different formats, including reverse grids, to improve the F1 sprint race experience.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by motogp.com
Marc Marquez extended his winning streak to 11 races at the Austria GP Sprint, while Francesco Bagnaia suffered a poor start and did not finish in the top positions. Alex Marquez finished second, and Pedro Acosta secured third place, with KTM achieving a notable result on home turf. Bagnaia's struggles marked a challenging day for Ducati.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Formula 1
Lando Norris secured pole position at the 2025 Belgium Grand Prix with a strong qualifying performance, while Max Verstappen won the Sprint race. The weekend featured close competition among top teams like McLaren, Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes, with weather conditions expected to influence the main race. Teams are optimistic but cautious about race strategies, especially with forecasted rain.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Formula 1
Max Verstappen won his first Sprint race of the season at the Belgian Grand Prix, overtaking Oscar Piastri early on and maintaining his lead to secure a commanding victory, with Lando Norris finishing third. The race featured strategic battles, early incidents, and notable performances from McLaren and Red Bull drivers, setting the stage for the upcoming Grand Prix.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
Max Verstappen won the sprint race at the Belgian Grand Prix, holding off McLarens Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in a tense 15-lap race, marking a strong start for Red Bull under new team leadership. Piastri's second place extends his lead in the championship, while Norris's third position and strategic choices highlight the challenges teams face, especially with weather considerations for the main race.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Race
Marc Marquez won the 2025 German Grand Prix sprint at Sachsenring after a dramatic comeback, overtaking early leader Marco Bezzecchi in the final laps, despite a costly mistake at the start and a crash involving Franco Morbidelli. Fabio Quartararo secured his first sprint podium, while the race was marked by intense battles and challenging weather conditions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Formula 1
Formula 1 fans can follow live coverage of the F1 Sprint in Qatar by signing up for F1 Unlocked, which provides access to live leaderboard data, exclusive experiences, and competitions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Formula 1
Max Verstappen secured victory in the Sao Paulo Sprint race, overtaking Lando Norris at the start and maintaining his lead throughout the 24-lap encounter. Norris finished in second place, followed by Sergio Perez in third. George Russell and Charles Leclerc rounded out the top five. Verstappen's win marked his fourth Sprint victory of the season, and he expressed optimism for the upcoming Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Motorsport.com
Lewis Hamilton believes that closely following Max Verstappen during the sprint race at the United States Grand Prix has provided valuable insights for his Mercedes team. Hamilton acknowledged that Red Bull is currently the dominant force in Formula 1 and admitted that there is a lot of work to be done to catch up. He praised Verstappen's pace advantage and expressed confidence in his team's ability to bridge the gap. Hamilton starts third in the grand prix but is aware of Verstappen's strong performance in the sprint and expects a tough challenge to hold him back.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Planet F1
Former Formula 1 champion Damon Hill predicts that Lando Norris and McLaren could win the Austin Sprint race at the United States Grand Prix, while suggesting that Red Bull may struggle with the shorter race format. Hill believes that Norris is "due a win" and expects Max Verstappen to win the main race. He also points out that Red Bull's car seems to be less dominant over short distances, making them more vulnerable. Red Bull, who have already secured both titles, have a chance to break the record for most points in a single season.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Motorsport.com
The FIA will decide on whether to implement mandated stint length caps and three pitstops for the Qatar Grand Prix after a meeting with teams on Sunday. Pirelli discovered a risk of punctures during the main race due to sidewall separation caused by the high-speed corners and kerbs at the Losail track. The analysis of the tyres used in the sprint race will determine if the issue persists. The outcome of Pirelli's investigation will be revealed after the team managers' meeting.