Winners and Losers in F1's 2024 Development War So Far

🌎 Around Formula 1

😳 New FIA 2026 F1 Regulations - Cars will be 30kg lighter and feature active aerodynamics for better racing. Power units will split equally between combustion and electric power, use 100% sustainable fuels, and provide a burst of battery power for overtaking. Safety enhancements and commitments from six power unit manufacturers round out the update. Read

🙅‍♂️ Renault CEO Shuts Down Alpine Sale Rumors - Luca de Meo confirmed that Alpine is not for sale, dismissing ongoing rumors. Despite a tough season with Alpine sitting ninth in the standings, de Meo emphasized Renault's commitment to ownership and improvement by 2025, with plans to address personnel changes and performance issues. Read

👀 Helmut Marko Dismisses Christian Horner Power Struggle Rumors - He addressed rumors of conflict with team principal Horner, confirming a truce and renewed focus on winning the championship. Speculations arose following the death of co-founder Dietrich Mateschitz and an investigation into misconduct allegations against Horner, who was exonerated. Despite past tensions, the team aims to maximize its performance in the 2024 season. Read

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🛞 Drivers

👋 Ocon and Alpine to Part Ways After Season - Will leave Alpine at the end of 2024 following a collision with teammate Gasly in Monaco. Despite the incident, the split was mutually agreed upon after ongoing discussions. Ocon, who joined the team in 2020, is expected to announce his 2025 plans soon, with potential moves to Sauber, Haas, or Williams. Read

🇲🇽 Perez's New Contract Fuels F1's Growth in North America - His contract extension with Red Bull until 2026 secures his presence in F1, bolstering the sport's popularity among Latinx and Hispanic fans in North America. Perez's immense following, especially in states with large Hispanic populations, ensures continued growth and sponsor confidence in the region. Read

🤺 Magnussen's Fight to Keep His Haas Seat - Faces a challenging season with Haas, struggling to match teammate Hulkenberg's qualifying pace. To retain his seat for 2025, Magnussen needs to improve his consistency and racecraft, leveraging Haas's competitive package. Upcoming races, like the Canadian GP, are crucial for proving his value. Read

🏎 Teams

🏎️ How Red Bull Crafts Perfect Race Strategies - Uses advanced simulations and data analysis to craft winning plans for Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez. Detailed preparation and collaboration are key. In China, Verstappen and Perez's double pitstop showed precision timing, while Verstappen's call to switch to soft tires in Hungary 2022 highlighted adaptive strategy. Their teamwork and strategic flexibility keep them ahead as competition intensifies. Read

🏆 Winners and Losers in F1's 2024 Development War So Far - The 2024 F1 season, now one-third complete, has seen significant car upgrades from most teams, aimed at fixing weaknesses without compromising strengths. McLaren improved in slow corners, scoring 167 points more than last season. Alpine traded strengths for weaknesses, making slight progress. Haas resolved its tire issues with a stable rear. Aston Martin struggles with balance issues. Williams sacrificed low-drag strength for overall downforce. Ferrari improved rear stability and tire management. Mercedes struggles with slow-corner grip. Red Bull, despite winning five races, battles rear suspension issues on bumpy tracks. Read

💨 Fast Laps

Rumour: Hyundai keen to enter Formula 1 by buying one of the teams. Read

Can an F1 car beat a speedway bike on dirt? Hold my Red Bull... Read

Alpine confirms Esteban Ocon is out of Canada's first practice. Read

Would Max Verstappen beat Michael Schumacher and Ayrton Senna in equal machinery? Read

Tsunoda wants "more commitment from Red Bull" after 2025 F1 snub. Read

Does this also spell the end for Daniel Ricciardo’s hopes? Read

🇨🇦 Canadian GP

Canadian GP Track Breakdown: Montreal's Semi-Street Circuit Challenges

The Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal combines fast straights with slow corners and minimal run-off areas, creating a challenging "semi-street circuit." Key features include the overtaking-friendly Turn 10 hairpin and the infamous "Wall of Champions" at Turn 14. Teams use low downforce setups for top speed, but this increases tire wear. Weather unpredictability and occasional groundhogs add to the complexity. Known for its rich history and the iconic victory by Gilles Villeneuve, the track demands precision and adaptability, making the Canadian Grand Prix a thrilling and unpredictable race on the F1 calendar. Read

📊 Standings