F1 RUSH (2025)

18/08/2025

Pierre Gasly believes his "time will come" to fight for victories and championships with Alpine once Formula 1’s new power unit regulations take effect in 2026. As the team’s only confirmed driver for that season, he has been heavily involved in shaping their car—despite Alpine’s recent upheavals, including abandoning its engine program and becoming a Mercedes customer team.

Since joining in 2023, Gasly has navigated leadership changes while establishing himself as Alpine’s lead driver, single-handedly scoring all of the team’s points this season. Reflecting on his role, he told media: "I think I'm very happy and pleased with the work I do with the team. The communication is very clear, transparent... the work I do with the people around me becomes more consistent, more fluid."

While some drivers approach the 2026 regulations with skepticism, Gasly remains optimistic. The 29-year-old, who has rebuilt his career since his mid-2019 Red Bull demotion, is convinced he can compete at the front if given the right machinery—something Alpine is striving to deliver.

"When I'm finishing P6 in Silverstone, if I have a race-winning car in my hands, I know I will win the race," he said. "At the end, I'm P6, I go back home. You could say it's only a P6 and nobody really cares... but I know my time will come."

Gasly is working closely with Alpine advisor Flavio Briatore to ensure the team provides him with a competitive package next year, declaring: "You know what I'm working on at the moment with Flavio to make sure I get a race-winning package for next year."

What’s your take—realistic ambition or hopeful optimism?

18/08/2025

Pierre Gasly believes his "time will come" to fight for victories and championships with Alpine once Formula 1’s new power unit regulations take effect in 2026. As the team’s only confirmed driver for that season, he has been heavily involved in shaping their car—despite Alpine’s recent upheavals, including abandoning its engine program and becoming a Mercedes customer team.

Since joining in 2023, Gasly has navigated leadership changes while establishing himself as Alpine’s lead driver, single-handedly scoring all of the team’s points this season. Reflecting on his role, he told media: "I think I'm very happy and pleased with the work I do with the team. The communication is very clear, transparent... the work I do with the people around me becomes more consistent, more fluid."

While some drivers approach the 2026 regulations with skepticism, Gasly remains optimistic. The 29-year-old, who has rebuilt his career since his mid-2019 Red Bull demotion, is convinced he can compete at the front if given the right machinery—something Alpine is striving to deliver.

"When I'm finishing P6 in Silverstone, if I have a race-winning car in my hands, I know I will win the race," he said. "At the end, I'm P6, I go back home. You could say it's only a P6 and nobody really cares... but I know my time will come."

Gasly is working closely with Alpine advisor Flavio Briatore to ensure the team provides him with a competitive package next year, declaring: "You know what I'm working on at the moment with Flavio to make sure I get a race-winning package for next year."

13/08/2025

Ralf Schumacher insists Aston Martin must replace Lance Stroll if they want to become championship contenders, especially with Adrian Newey joining to develop their 2026 car.

Despite being the team owner's son, Stroll has been outqualified by Fernando Alonso in all 27 sessions this season. Schumacher told Bild: "If he [Lawrence Stroll] really wants to become world champion, he has to fire his son. Lance's 0-27 qualifying record against Alonso says it all. The father must decide: emotion or success."

Though Stroll and Alonso are now level on points after Aston Martin's improved Hungary performance, Schumacher has repeatedly criticized Stroll’s attitude. After the Canadian called his car "the worst piece of st I’ve ever driven"** at Silverstone (despite finishing seventh), Schumacher blasted the remarks on Sky Deutschland’s Backstage Pitlane podcast:

"This statement is very disappointing—it’s a question of manners. The mechanics work day and night, and then the boss’s son says this? Completely unacceptable. He should apologize. It shows poor upbringing and diminishes his own results."

He added: "These points mean bonuses for the team. To ruin that with such comments? Grade F, Lance—apologize to your team."

Do you agree with Ralf Schumacher—should Lance Stroll be replaced for Aston Martin to succeed, or is he being unfairly criticized?

13/08/2025

McLaren has surged ahead in 2025, leaving the rest of the grid—including Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari—far behind. After overtaking Red Bull as the fastest car midway through 2024, the team has now secured 11 wins in 14 races, with six 1-2 finishes. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri lead the charge, sitting just nine points apart in the drivers' standings.

Ferrari, meanwhile, remains winless, plagued by the SF-25’s narrow operating window and strategic mistakes. Leclerc’s frustration boiled over in Hungary, where he had to be restrained from an outburst after losing to the McLarens.

When asked how McLaren’s current form compares to Red Bull’s historic 2023 season, Leclerc told Autosprint:

“I’d say they’re on the same level. The difference is that McLaren has two very good drivers, while Red Bull was banking mainly on Max Verstappen. Both had the fastest car and don’t make mistakes—they’re always there. Both are destroying the competition.”

With 10 races left, McLaren is almost certain to claim both championships. They could even break Mercedes’ record of 12 1-2 finishes in a season, needing just seven more. Team principal Andrea Stella has made it clear the drivers will be allowed to race freely, saying:

“We will let them compete. It may create challenges, but it’s the right approach for the championship.”

This sets the stage for an intense battle between Norris and Piastri after the summer break—one that could define McLaren’s historic season.

With McLaren's dominance in 2025, do you think Norris or Piastri will come out on top—or could Ferrari or Red Bull still pull off a shock turnaround before the season ends?

13/08/2025

Ralf Schumacher insists Aston Martin must replace Lance Stroll if they want to become championship contenders, especially with Adrian Newey joining to develop their 2026 car.

Despite being the team owner's son, Stroll has been outqualified by Fernando Alonso in all 27 sessions this season. Schumacher told Bild: "If he [Lawrence Stroll] really wants to become world champion, he has to fire his son. Lance's 0-27 qualifying record against Alonso says it all. The father must decide: emotion or success."

Though Stroll and Alonso are now level on points after Aston Martin's improved Hungary performance, Schumacher has repeatedly criticized Stroll’s attitude. After the Canadian called his car "the worst piece of st I’ve ever driven"** at Silverstone (despite finishing seventh), Schumacher blasted the remarks on Sky Deutschland’s Backstage Pitlane podcast:

"This statement is very disappointing—it’s a question of manners. The mechanics work day and night, and then the boss’s son says this? Completely unacceptable. He should apologize. It shows poor upbringing and diminishes his own results."

He added: "These points mean bonuses for the team. To ruin that with such comments? Grade F, Lance—apologize to your team."

13/08/2025

McLaren has surged ahead in 2025, leaving the rest of the grid—including Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari—far behind. After overtaking Red Bull as the fastest car midway through 2024, the team has now secured 11 wins in 14 races, with six 1-2 finishes. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri lead the charge, sitting just nine points apart in the drivers' standings.

Ferrari, meanwhile, remains winless, plagued by the SF-25’s narrow operating window and strategic mistakes. Leclerc’s frustration boiled over in Hungary, where he had to be restrained from an outburst after losing to the McLarens.

When asked how McLaren’s current form compares to Red Bull’s historic 2023 season, Leclerc told Autosprint:

“I’d say they’re on the same level. The difference is that McLaren has two very good drivers, while Red Bull was banking mainly on Max Verstappen. Both had the fastest car and don’t make mistakes—they’re always there. Both are destroying the competition.”

With 10 races left, McLaren is almost certain to claim both championships. They could even break Mercedes’ record of 12 1-2 finishes in a season, needing just seven more. Team principal Andrea Stella has made it clear the drivers will be allowed to race freely, saying:

“We will let them compete. It may create challenges, but it’s the right approach for the championship.”

This sets the stage for an intense battle between Norris and Piastri after the summer break—one that could define McLaren’s historic season.

12/08/2025

Valtteri Bottas, who lost his Sauber seat for 2025, has spent the year as Mercedes' reserve driver but is now pushing for a 2026 return. Team principal Toto Wolff has openly supported his comeback, stating:

“Valtteri has been part of the Mercedes family for a long, long time. If one of our drivers got food poisoning, you could put him in the car and he’d be on pace immediately. He deserves a race seat—hopefully that door opens. Watch this space.”

Cadillac, entering F1 in 2026, is a strong option, with reports suggesting Bottas has agreed to terms but nothing is signed yet. Sergio Pérez and Felipe Drugovich are also in the mix. Alpine, struggling with their second seat after replacing Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto (who has yet to score points), could be another landing spot.

With Wolff’s endorsement, Bottas remains a hot prospect for next season’s grid.

Do you think Bottas will land a full-time drive next season? Which team would be the best fit for him? Let us know your thoughts!

12/08/2025

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has admitted he is open to the possibility of trialing reverse grid races, while also hinting at an expansion of the sprint race format.

The sport introduced sprint races at select events four years ago, and they now feature at six weekends per season. However, Domenicali revealed that F1 is considering increasing their presence on the calendar—and even exploring reverse-grid formats, similar to those used in F2 and F3.

"I do believe there are possibilities to extend two things, which we need to discuss, both with the drivers and the teams, and, of course, with the FIA," Domenicali told The Race. "There are: can we apply that [sprint schedules] with more races? And is this the right formula to have the possibility to have a reversed grid, as we are doing with F2 and F3? These are points of discussion."

He suggested that F1 is now ready to seriously evaluate these changes, with growing support for innovation. "I think that we are getting there to be mature to make sure that this point will be tackled seriously with the teams. The vibes to progress in this direction are definitely growing, and therefore I'm ready to present and to discuss not only more sprints…but if there are new formats, new ideas."

While reverse grids were once a controversial topic among fans and teams, Domenicali argued that F1 must be willing to experiment to evolve. "We are open for that," he said when asked about concepts like reverse grids. "I think that's the right thing - to listen to our fans, to try to create something, and not to be worried to do mistakes. The one who believes to do no mistakes doesn't do anything new."

He also doubled down on the importance of sprint races in F1’s future, stating: "I think that the sprint, whatever will be the right format, we need to have it. It will represent the future."

The comments signal a potential shift in F1’s approach to race weekends—could reverse grids become a reality in the coming years?

12/08/2025

Valtteri Bottas, who lost his Sauber seat for 2025, has spent the year as Mercedes' reserve driver but is now pushing for a 2026 return. Team principal Toto Wolff has openly supported his comeback, stating:

“Valtteri has been part of the Mercedes family for a long, long time. If one of our drivers got food poisoning, you could put him in the car and he’d be on pace immediately. He deserves a race seat—hopefully that door opens. Watch this space.”

Cadillac, entering F1 in 2026, is a strong option, with reports suggesting Bottas has agreed to terms but nothing is signed yet. Sergio Pérez and Felipe Drugovich are also in the mix. Alpine, struggling with their second seat after replacing Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto (who has yet to score points), could be another landing spot.

With Wolff’s endorsement, Bottas remains a hot prospect for next season’s grid.

12/08/2025

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has admitted he is open to the possibility of trialing reverse grid races, while also hinting at an expansion of the sprint race format.

The sport introduced sprint races at select events four years ago, and they now feature at six weekends per season. However, Domenicali revealed that F1 is considering increasing their presence on the calendar—and even exploring reverse-grid formats, similar to those used in F2 and F3.

"I do believe there are possibilities to extend two things, which we need to discuss, both with the drivers and the teams, and, of course, with the FIA," Domenicali told The Race. "There are: can we apply that [sprint schedules] with more races? And is this the right formula to have the possibility to have a reversed grid, as we are doing with F2 and F3? These are points of discussion."

He suggested that F1 is now ready to seriously evaluate these changes, with growing support for innovation. "I think that we are getting there to be mature to make sure that this point will be tackled seriously with the teams. The vibes to progress in this direction are definitely growing, and therefore I'm ready to present and to discuss not only more sprints…but if there are new formats, new ideas."

While reverse grids were once a controversial topic among fans and teams, Domenicali argued that F1 must be willing to experiment to evolve. "We are open for that," he said when asked about concepts like reverse grids. "I think that's the right thing - to listen to our fans, to try to create something, and not to be worried to do mistakes. The one who believes to do no mistakes doesn't do anything new."

He also doubled down on the importance of sprint races in F1’s future, stating: "I think that the sprint, whatever will be the right format, we need to have it. It will represent the future."

07/08/2025

Former Minardi team principal Gian Carlo Minardi has suggested Ferrari failed to honor commitments to Lewis Hamilton, as the seven-time champion struggles in his debut season with the team.

Hamilton’s difficult start hit a new low at the Hungarian Grand Prix, where he finished 12th while teammate Charles Leclerc took pole. Post-race, Hamilton gave a cryptic interview to Sky Sports F1, hinting at deeper issues:

"When you have a feeling, you have a feeling. There's a lot going on in the background that is not great."

Asked about returning after the summer break, he replied: "I look forward to coming back… hopefully I will be back, yeah."

Minardi, 77, believes these comments reflect unfulfilled promises: "From various interviews, I understand Lewis is complaining about things that were promised to him but haven't arrived." He defended Hamilton against critics, saying: "It's unfair to say he's at the end of his career; when he's had the opportunity, he's shown he can still do important things."

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur dismissed concerns over Hamilton’s motivation, stating: "I don't need to motivate him. He is frustrated but not demotivated, that is a different story."

Leclerc has consistently outperformed Hamilton this season, raising questions about Ferrari’s direction after their strong 2024 campaign.

Do you think Ferrari can turn things around for Hamilton, or is this partnership doomed to fail?

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