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2025 Formula One Season Thread
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Lewis honours Niki Lauda in Monza. Great gesture by him 🥰
Alpha Tauri wanted Herta to drive for them in 2023, but he did not have the necessary points to secure a Super License and the FIA refused to waive the points requirement.
Hence why Herta is joining Cadillac as a reserve driver to get FP1 time (with 34 points at the start of 2026, he needs six stints to qualify for an SL) and why he is going into F2 to become more familiar with European tracks that he could race on if he is promoted to F1.
And there is no guarantee he will get promoted, since he is going to have to show he has the talent to compete over the next two years (as Bottas and Perez are on two year contracts).
What are you on about? Colapinto, Bearman, Antonelli, Hadjar and Bortoleto were all in F2 last year and all but Antonelli and Colapinto are confirmed for 2026. Antonelli getting a contract for 2026 is a given and if Colapinto is not in F1 next year, it is likely Aron or Lindblad will be and Lindblad is in F2 this year and Aron was last year.
IndyCar races in the rain on street circuits and road courses.
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McLaren has identified a failed engine oil line as the cause of Norris' DNF at Zandvoort. This is a McLaren-supplied part. AMG Powertrains is examining the unit to see if it can be returned to Norris' pool for later this season.
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McLaren analysis reveals cause of Norris's painful DNF
McLaren has outlined the findings from its investigation into the car failure that put Lando Norris out of Formula 1’s Dutch GP
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IndyCar only has one "wet" spec tire, and it's more like an intermediate than full wet.
But in general, the cars have less downforce, and less grip. And while not as complicated, they need to be "driven," as opposed to "piloted."
It's better told by someone who has raced both, not just a keyboard.
We shall see how the Herta experiment works out, but give them both (including TWG) credit for making an attempt.
Herta is genuinely quick, and came up with Pato O'Ward as two young, promising talents. But neither are complete drivers. Herta has a record of unforced errors, compounded by team errors at other times, so his CV doesn't contain any marquee accomplishments. O'Ward is also quick, and has matured in attitude, settling into the team leader role at McLaren, but while the team has improved, it isn't quite there either. If Penske didn't have a turbulent, down season, McLaren probably would have finished behind them in third.
The degree of specialization, and practical circumstances today make it difficult for a driver to contest multiple series, and disciplines like in the past. Many aren't even willing to entertain the thought.
I admire most those who are ready, willing, and able to jump into any car, race it, and win. A true racer.
The closest to that today are sports car drivers, who can be found driving prototypes, GT cars, as well as FE. Wherever the factory sends them, or rides they can pick up, as part the career of being a working sports car driver.
FP1 Times
Monaco has extended their contract through 2035.
Daniel Ricciardo has become a Global Ambassador for Ford Racing.
| POS. | NO. | DRIVER | TEAM | TIME / GAP | LAPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 1:20.117 | 20 |
| 2 | 16 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +0.169s | 24 |
| 3 | 55 | Carlos Sainz | Williams | +0.533s | 25 |
| 4 | 1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing | +0.575s | 22 |
| 5 | 12 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | +0.823s | 25 |
| 6 | 4 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +0.904s | 28 |
| 7 | 23 | Alexander Albon | Williams | +0.956s | 25 |
| 8 | 63 | George Russell | Mercedes | +0.993s | 20 |
| 9 | 14 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +0.997s | 20 |
| 10 | 6 | Isack Hadjar | Racing Bulls | +1.041s | 25 |
| 11 | 5 | Gabriel Bortoleto | Kick Sauber | +1.055s | 24 |
| 12 | 27 | Nico Hulkenberg | Kick Sauber | +1.062s | 26 |
| 13 | 30 | Liam Lawson | Racing Bulls | +1.084s | 27 |
| 14 | 22 | Yuki Tsunoda | Red Bull Racing | +1.175s | 24 |
| 15 | 18 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +1.178s | 26 |
| 16 | 89 | Alexander Dunne | McLaren | +1.489s | 26 |
| 17 | 31 | Esteban Ocon | Haas | +1.525s | 22 |
| 18 | 10 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +1.536s | 26 |
| 19 | 87 | Oliver Bearman | Haas | +1.941s | 23 |
| 20 | 61 | Paul Aron | Alpine | +2.036s | 23 |
Monaco has extended their contract through 2035.
Daniel Ricciardo has become a Global Ambassador for Ford Racing.
FP2 Times
| POS. | NO. | DRIVER | TEAM | TIME / GAP | LAPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 1:19.878 | 28 |
| 2 | 16 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +0.083s | 29 |
| 3 | 55 | Carlos Sainz | Williams | +0.096s | 30 |
| 4 | 81 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +0.181s | 29 |
| 5 | 44 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | +0.192s | 26 |
| 6 | 1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing | +0.199s | 27 |
| 7 | 23 | Alexander Albon | Williams | +0.301s | 28 |
| 8 | 27 | Nico Hulkenberg | Kick Sauber | +0.363s | 27 |
| 9 | 22 | Yuki Tsunoda | Red Bull Racing | +0.391s | 28 |
| 10 | 63 | George Russell | Mercedes | +0.398s | 29 |
| 11 | 6 | Isack Hadjar | Racing Bulls | +0.505s | 24 |
| 12 | 5 | Gabriel Bortoleto | Kick Sauber | +0.597s | 25 |
| 13 | 18 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +0.650s | 28 |
| 14 | 87 | Oliver Bearman | Haas | +0.729s | 29 |
| 15 | 14 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +0.767s | 26 |
| 16 | 31 | Esteban Ocon | Haas | +0.776s | 29 |
| 17 | 30 | Liam Lawson | Racing Bulls | +0.933s | 25 |
| 18 | 10 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +1.224s | 30 |
| 19 | 12 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | +1.489s | 4 |
| 20 | 43 | Franco Colapinto | Alpine | +1.686s | 30 |
I have a feeling Sunday is going to be an exciting race. Not getting my hopes up, just a feeling..........
TBH Norris needs to pick up a win, with Russell, Max or one of the Ferrari's getting in front of Oscar. Can't see it myself though.