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David Coulthard: "To be frank, I think that that's the way it should be."

David Coulthard’s ‘frank’ verdict on Lewis Hamilton after Mercedes strategy frustration

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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has confirmed Andrea Kimi Antonelli as his number-one option above Red Bull's Max Verstappen to fill Lewis Hamilton's seat in 2025, alongside George Russell.

F1 News: Mercedes Chief Reveals Realistic First Option For Lewis Hamilton Mercedes Replacement

Lewis Hamilton and George Russell had a standout performance at the Belgian Grand Prix, finishing first and second, respectively, although Russell was later disqualified. This race marks a crucial advancement for Mercedes, as Hamilton felt a significant improvement in car control—a sensation he hadn't experienced in years. Despite leading early and showcasing impressive pace, Hamilton's pit stop strategy ultimately left him puzzled, especially as Russell had success with a different approach. He articulated his mix of satisfaction and confusion, highlighting his ongoing adjustment with team strategies. These developments come as Mercedes is currently fourth in the Constructors' Championship with lingering contention ahead.

F1 News: Hamilton and Russell Drive Mercedes Forward; Pit Stop Controversy Erupts

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Carlos Sainz Jr. has been on Audi's radar for well over a year, with the German manufacturer eyeing the Spaniard to be one of their two drivers for when the start of the new Formula 1 regulations are set to kick in two seasons from now. With Sainz set to...

Formula 1: New target emerges for second Audi seat in 2026

Speculation of a mid-season swap at Williams to bring in Kimi Antonelli has long since bubbled away...

Williams boss reveals messages with Toto Wolff as Kimi Antonelli swap speculation continues

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Mercedes revealed that the upgraded floor, which was rejected at Spa-Francorchamps last week, will likely return after the Formula 1 summer break for the Dutch GP at Zandvoort.

F1 News: Mercedes Reveals Rejected Upgrade Will Return At The Dutch GP

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We have reached the final weekend of the 2024 Paris Olympics tennis tournament. The gold medal Match is set with two familiar adversaries. The world No. 2 and top seed Novak Djokovic will take on the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion and third seed Carlos Alcaraz. Who will win this marquee match at the 2024 Paris Olympics?

2024 Paris Olympics: Novak Djokovic Battles Carlos Alcaraz for Gold

Alex Albon gives a blunt assessment of the stagnation at Williams. Williams have secured a marquee signing to begin the summer break, with Carlos Sainz agreeing to join the team. The three-time race winner’s presence will increase both the excitement and weight of expectations surrounding Williams. As Alex Albon has explained, the Grove-based outfit must urgently address their development rate.

Albon calls on Williams to reverse development slump

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Guenther Steiner predicts two more F1 2025 drivers with Hamilton replacement found

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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

Otmar Szafnauer has indicated that Rob Marshall, Red Bull's former chief engineering officer, is likely responsible for leaking the team's aerodynamic "secret sauce" to McLaren following his move to the Papaya team this year.

F1 News: Insider Claims Red Bull's Aerodynamic 'Secret Sauce' Was Leaked To McLaren

Mattia Binotto considers Gabriel Bortoleto a candidate to join Sauber next year. The F1 driver market continues to generate surprises. Front-runners and midfield teams alike have made completely unexpected decisions in 2024. There could be yet another twist in store, with Gabriel Bortoleto emerging as a candidate to join Sauber. Mattia Binotto, recently appointed as CTO at Audi, sees Bortoleto as a candidate with potential.

Gabriel Bortoleto emerges as shock contender to join Sauber

Fred Vasseur doesn't share Lewis Hamilton's thoughts on how drivers utilise their team radioes, following Max Verstappen's fury in Hungary...

Fred Vasseur in surprise disagreement with Lewis Hamilton over Max Verstappen

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Zheng Qinwen unleashed six aces, capitalized on errors and broke top-ranked foe Iga Swiatek's serve six times for a semifinal upset in the Olympic tennis tournament Thursday in Paris.

Paris Olympics: China's Zheng Qinwen upsets Poland's Iga Swiatek, reaches tennis final

Williams team principal James Vowles has overseen a significant expansion of staff.

F1 News: Williams Chief Reveals Extensive Hirings Since Team Take Over

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Team USA has been struggling to dominate the Paris Olympics, with a slow start on day three. After claiming two gold medals and seven overall on Sunday, the US failed to capture any gold medals on Monday, dropping them down in the standings. Team USA captured six bronze medals and two silver medals - eight overall, but no golds.

Team USA fails to win a single gold medal on day three at Paris Olympics.

The FIA has sanctioned a significant rule change for Formula 1 teams, allowing the use of mule cars for ten days of testing this year in preparation for the 202

F1 News: FIA Makes Big Rule Change that Affects Every Team Ahead of 2026

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Red Bull Racing is set to lose one of its major executives to the upcoming Audi F1 Team.

F1: Red Bull Loses Key Official After Transfer To New Team

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F1 News: Mercedes Could Be The Team To Beat After The Summer Break - 'There Is Confidence'

As the Formula 1 season prepares to resume after what seems to be a long summer break, all eyes are on Mercedes, a team that has...

F1 News: Mercedes Could Be The Team To Beat After The Summer Break - 'There Is Confidence'

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