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Hamilton hopes COVID-19 crisis can ‘help us all change for the better’
Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton hopes the ongoing coronavirus pandemic can help humankind “change for the better”. More than 900,000 cases of COVID-19 have now been confirmed worldwide, with over 45,000 deaths being recorded as of Wednesday.
Aston Martin F1 plans going ahead despite financial concerns
Aston Martin’s rebrand of the Racing Point Formula 1 team will go ahead as planned in 2021, despite continued uncertainty and concerns over the car company’s financial situation.
Silverstone sets end of April deadline for British GP decision
Silverstone has confirmed it has until the end of April to make a final decision on whether this year’s Formula 1 British Grand Prix will go ahead as planned.
Marko’s ‘coronavirus camp’ idea was not serious, insists Horner
Helmut Marko’s coronavirus camp idea was never “tabled as a serious suggestion”, according to Red Bull Formula 1 team principal Christian Horner.
McLaren F1 team helping develop protective equipment for NHS staff
The McLaren Formula 1 team is helping develop protective equipment for frontline NHS workers in a matter of days to aid the coronavirus relief effort.
Horner: F1 teams ‘in agreement’ to delay new rules until 2023
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner says Formula 1 teams have reached “reasonable agreement” to further delay the introduction of new technical regulations until 2023.
F1 could extend 2020 shutdown by several weeks amid coronavirus delays
Formula 1 teams will discuss the possibility of extending the shutdown period by several weeks amid a delayed start to the 2020 season.
FIA announces rules overhaul to help 2020 F1 plans
The FIA has taken unprecedented steps with backing from Formula 1 chiefs to change its governing procedures to help the sport prepare for the 2020 season shake-up amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Lewis Hamilton "proud" of Mercedes innovation in COVID-19 fight
Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton says he is “so proud” of his Mercedes team after it helped create a breathing aid for coronavirus patients in under a week.
Marko: Red Bull drivers getting coronavirus idea not well received
Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko says his idea to get all of its drivers infected with coronavirus during the postponements will not be carried out.
Hamilton, Verstappen are the only stars in F1 right now – Briatore
Former Formula 1 team boss Flavio Briatore believes Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are the sport’s only standout stars, but he tips Charles Leclerc to join them as he develops at Ferrari.
Norris to shave hair off after coronavirus fundraising effort
Lando Norris has promised to cut all of his hair off after running a Twitch Stream Aid fundraiser which gained over $12,000.
Williams: Not having a pink Mercedes is not our weakness
While suspicion has grown within the Formula 1 paddock over bending the rules on copying and constructing major car components, Williams deputy team principal Claire Williams believes all F1 squads are obeying the regulations but its recent slump in results isn’t down to not following the trend.
Mercedes helps create breathing aid in under a week
Mercedes has teamed up with University College London to produce a breathing aid that is less invasive than a ventilator and is hoped to keep patients with coronavirus out of intensive care.
F1 teams ‘pushing the boundaries’ with Project Pitlane goal
Formula 1 teams are pushing the boundaries to reach the “stretched goal” of medical devices they hope to manufacture to aid the UK government in its relief effort against coronavirus.
Pierre Gasly: 2020 AlphaTauri doesn’t have any big weaknesses
AlphaTauri’s 2020 Formula 1 car does not have any major weaknesses and is a “good evolution” compared to its predecessor, according to Pierre Gasly.
Bernie Ecclestone: Coronavirus the biggest threat F1 has faced
Bernie Ecclestone believes the coronavirus crisis has become a serious threat to Formula 1’s existence after the 2020 season was heavily delayed by the ongoing pandemic.
Sebastian Vettel reveals potential option for post-F1 career
Sebastian Vettel says he may consider exploring his interest in engineering further once he has finished racing in Formula 1.
Lewis Hamilton draws comparison to lockdown life and animal captivity
Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has compared life in lockdown to the situation animals face while trapped in captivity and urged his followers to boycott zoos and circuses.
Bernie Ecclestone: I would abandon entire 2020 F1 season
Bernie Ecclestone sees little hope of Formula 1 races taking place this year amid the coronavirus pandemic and would have abandoned the entire season if he was still in charge.
Mattia Binotto: F1 teams evaluating 2020 season running over into 2021
Ferrari team boss Mattia Binotto says Formula 1 is evaluating the possibility of extending the 2020 season into 2021 to ensure a full campaign of races goes ahead.
British F1 teams making progress in UK ventilator relief effort
Formula 1 teams are making “significant progress” in their response to the government’s call for assistance with the manufacture of medical devices in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.
George Russell: Williams expectations “under control” for F1 2020
George Russell insists Williams’ expectations for the upcoming 2020 Formula 1 season remain “under control” after a promising pre-season test.
Ocon explains ‘cautious’ approach to “very strange” Australian GP
Esteban Ocon has explained his “cautious” approach to the planned Formula 1 season-opening Australian Grand Prix, which he described as being a “very strange” experience.