Former Alpine team boss Otmar Szafnauer has been linked to multiple teams, including Andretti Cadillac. Szafnauer's recent presence at a Honda event sparked speculation, but his past affiliation with Honda suggests it might have been a casual catch-up. Szafnauer criticized Alpine's management, claiming they didn't understand the demands of Formula 1 and this led to his departure.
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Oliver Bearman's stand-in performance at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix catapulted him from a promising prospect to a recognized name in the Formula 1 community, as he impressed with his debut at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, becoming the third-youngest F1 driver in history. With a remarkable showing in Saudi Arabia, fans are eager to witness more of the British driver's talents in the upcoming seasons. Despite being appointed as Ferrari's reserve driver for the 2024 season, Bearman's involvement in the F1 world won't end there, as he is slated for additional Free Practice 1 sessions with Haas, indicating the team's faith in him and hinting at a potential full-time drive in 2025. While Bearman's immediate focus remains on the F2 championship, his strong performance in F1 serves as a compelling audition for his future in the sport.
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Yuki Tsunoda's rough start to the 2024 F1 season continued with a five-second penalty for an unsafe garage release during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, despite RB's success. His team, VCARB, struggled, with Tsunoda finishing P15 and teammate Daniel Ricciardo P16 in Jeddah. Tsunoda narrowly avoided a super license penalty point, with stewards citing the release incident during the reconnaissance lap as the reason for leniency.
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Ferrari's team principal, Frederic Vasseur, is optimistic about Carlos Sainz's recovery from appendicitis, hoping he'll be fit to race at the Australian Grand Prix. Despite missing the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix due to surgery, Sainz was back in the paddock supporting the team. Vasseur praised Sainz's commitment, though he was unwell during practice sessions. Sainz's return to the cockpit and decent pace are encouraging, but the priority is his full recovery before deciding on racing in Melbourne.
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The Ferrari pair stand out as one of the most distinctive duos on the grid. Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz consistently find inventive ways to entertain themselves. This time, they took on a unique challenge: driving a simulation of the Saudi track blindfolded. While Sainz handles the driving, Charles Leclerc provides directions.
