McLaren’s Upward Trend May Be Broken This Weekend, Says Lando Norris
Despite the upgrades made to McLaren’s car, Lando Norris admitted that the forward progress of the team may come to a halt this weekend. Norris mentioned that the handling of the car has not improved and it is still challenging to drive and to perform well in qualifying sessions. He cautioned against drawing too much excitement from the team’s impressive performance at Silverstone and acknowledged that both he and his teammate Oscar Piastri have similar concerns about the car’s handling.
Sergio Perez’s Confidence Took a Hit After Monaco
Sergio Perez has had a difficult few weeks following the Monaco Grand Prix. He felt that the incident in Monaco set him back and that it took him some time to regain confidence in the car. However, he hopes to bounce back at the upcoming race in Budapest. More details about Perez’s situation can be found in an article by Ruben Zimmermann.
Haas Team Chief Günther Steiner Acknowledges Areas for Improvement
During a media session, Haas team chief Günther Steiner discussed the team’s current position in Formula 1. While he believes that the team is solid in certain aspects such as finances and structure, he acknowledges that there is still work to be done in order to compete with the top teams. Steiner expressed his thoughts on the outlook for the race in Hungary, but remained cautious about raising fans‘ hopes. More information can be found in an article by Kevin Hermann.
Laurent Rossi Steps Down as Alpine CEO
Laurent Rossi has resigned as CEO of Alpine with immediate effect. Philippe Krief will replace him. Krief previously served as Vice President, Engineering & Product Performance, and Managing Director of Alpine Cars. Rossi’s departure is covered in a separate article.
Red Bull Racing’s Christian Horner on McLaren’s Car Copying
Christian Horner, team principal of Red Bull Racing, commented on McLaren’s car copying. He acknowledged that it is only natural for teams to try and emulate a successful car like Red Bull’s. Horner specifically pointed out the similarities between McLaren’s MCL60 and Red Bull’s RB19. He sees it as a flattering imitation and credited Peter Prodromou, who used to work with Adrian Newey. More details can be found in an article on the topic.
Lewis Hamilton on Red Bull’s Approach to Driver Development
Lewis Hamilton expressed disappointment in the limited opportunities given to Nyck de Vries at AlphaTauri. He believed it was „how Red Bull works“ rather than a reflection of how Formula 1 operates as a whole. Hamilton’s comments are discussed in an article by Norman Fischer.
Haas Drivers‘ Contract Renewals
Both Haas drivers, Nico Hülkenberg and Kevin Magnussen, are yet to have their contracts confirmed. However, Magnussen is optimistic that the renewal process will not be too complicated based on his previous experiences. He mentioned that Gene Haas, the team owner, consults with Günther Steiner before making final decisions. Magnussen’s interview is detailed in an article.
Aston Martin Acknowledges Room for Improvement
Lance Stroll addressed the media at the Hungaroring and emphasized the need for further improvement with Aston Martin’s car. While their car has performed well at times, it is not the fastest on the grid. Stroll also discussed the challenges posed by the new qualifying format and the ongoing work to optimize the car’s performance. More insights can be found in an article.
Pirelli Reflects on Past Supersoft and Hypersoft Tyres
Pirelli took the opportunity to reminisce about their past Supersoft and Hypersoft tyre compounds, which had unique colours. The tyre manufacturer shared a picture on social media showcasing the distinctive colours and mentioned the „Barbie“ hype surrounding those compounds.
Why Aston Martin Pre-Uses Its Tyres Before the Race
Aston Martin has often been seen using all their tyres before the start of a race weekend. Chief Engineer Tom McCullough explained the reasoning behind this strategy, which aims to better understand tyre behavior and gather data. The article by Norman Fischer delves into the details.
Esteban Ocon on the Reduced Practice Time
Esteban Ocon expressed his excitement about returning to the Hungaroring, where he achieved his first Formula 1 victory in 2021. However, he believes that the new tyre rule, which reduces the number of available tyre sets, may lead to fewer practice laps on Friday and in the third free practice session. Ocon expects each lap to be crucial as teams adapt to the new regulations.
Oscar Piastri’s Impressive Performance and Team Support
Oscar Piastri continues to impress with his performances in Formula 1 and has gained praise from fans, experts, and his own team. Piastri’s calm and composed approach has garnered attention. Andrea Stella, his team boss, spoke highly of the young Australian driver. Further details can be found in an article by Ruben Zimmermann.
Charles Leclerc’s Uncertainty for Ferrari
Charles Leclerc discussed the uncertainty surrounding Ferrari’s performance at the Hungaroring. While he has fond memories of the track, having won there in 2019, he acknowledged that the team still has work to do to excel in certain areas. Leclerc’s thoughts and expectations for the upcoming race are explored in an article.
