Lewis Hamilton triumphed at the British Grand Prix, securing his first victory since 2021 and setting a new record for most wins at Silverstone. The victory marked Hamilton’s 9th win at the circuit, surpassing Michael Schumacher’s record, and his 104th career win. It was an emotional win for Hamilton in his last home race with Mercedes before moving to Ferrari next season.
British racing prodigy Oliver Bearman has secured a multi-year deal with Haas F1, joining the team for the 2025 season. The 19-year-old Ferrari reserve driver will become the fourth British driver on the F1 grid, showcasing his talent and experience from Formula Two. Bearman’s impressive debut in Saudi Arabia last year, replacing Carlos Sainz, cemented his place as a rising star in the sport.
George Russell secured a dramatic victory at the Austrian Grand Prix after a late collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. Verstappen, who led for most of the race, finished fifth while Norris retired. Oscar Piastri took second place, and Carlos Sainz completed the podium.
McLaren’s Oscar Piastri expressed frustration after being penalized for exceeding track limits in Austrian Grand Prix qualifying, dropping him from third to seventh on the grid. He criticized the inconsistency of track limit enforcement and the lack of clarity surrounding the rules, highlighting the impact on driver performance.
Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix, with Lando Norris alongside on the front row. George Russell qualified third for Mercedes, while Carlos Sainz will start fourth for Ferrari.
Max Verstappen secured his third sprint race victory of the season, holding off a strong challenge from McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris to extend his championship lead to 71 points. The race saw a dramatic start with a safety concern leading to an aborted first attempt. Verstappen ultimately prevailed, demonstrating his dominance and setting the stage for Sunday’s main grand prix.
Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix sprint race, edging out Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The reigning champion delivered a dominant performance at his home circuit, delighting the orange-clad crowd with his fastest lap time.
Canadian driver Lance Stroll has signed a contract extension with Aston Martin, ensuring his place in Formula One beyond the 2024 season. The announcement comes after team owner Lawrence Stroll confirmed the signing of Fernando Alonso for the next two years. Stroll’s continued presence in the sport will be welcomed by fans who appreciate his performance and contributions to the Aston Martin team.
This weekend saw Christopher Bell dominate the NASCAR scene in New Hampshire, while Max Verstappen secured his third consecutive Formula 1 victory in Spain. Arvid Lindblad made history in F3, and Juan Manuel Correa returned to the podium in F2 after a long and emotional journey.
Lewis Hamilton remains steadfast in his decision to join Ferrari in 2025, despite Mercedes’ recent resurgence and Ferrari’s struggles. He aims to finish his Mercedes tenure strong while expressing excitement for his new chapter with the Italian team.
