Vettel hoping for a different story on race day

For the second weekend in succession Sebastian Vettel was beaten in qualifying by team mate Kimi Raikkonen, with the Ferrari pair finishing respectively fifth and sixth. On the surface, the Scuderia’s gap with Red Bull in qualifying doesn’t appear to bode well for its chances of challenging for a top three finish. Vettel acknowledged the team’s […]

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Alonso puts forward idea of removable ‘Halo’

After watching Kevin Magnussen’s frantic exit from his blazing Renault in Malaysia last week, Fernando Alonso believes Formula 1’s future ‘Halo’ cockpit protection device should be removable. Magnussen’s plight immediately brought to mind the difficulties which drivers could be faced with in the event of a sudden need to swiftly exit their car. Could the […]

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Boullier: ‘More points expected at Suzuka’

McLaren’s double-points finish in Malaysia bodes well for the Woking-based outfit’s prospects in Suzuka, the all-important home of engine partner Honda. Team boss Eric Boullier believes McLaren can keep up the momentum, and that there’s no reason it can’t do just as well at the challenging but much appreciated venue. “I know I can speak […]

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'Last year we would have gone four or five down' – Solskjaer hails Man Utd comeback despite late Sheffield United equaliser

The Red Devils’ defensive frailties were once again on show at Bramall Lane as they conceded three goals to Chris Wilder’s side Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes his side have improved from last season, despite drawing at newly-promoted Sheffield United. Former Man Utd trialist Oli McBurnie scored a 90th-minute equaliser to level the […]

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Ecclestone: We won’t let the fans down!

Bernie Ecclestone admitted to be concerned by Silverstone’s financial plight in light of its potential need to withdraw from its British GP contract with FOM. The 86-year-old is confident however that the showcase event will remain at Silverstone, although he did evoke the eventuality of the venue dropping off from the calendar for one year […]

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