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Alonso: McLaren tests straight-line speed, will not compromise
Fernando Alonso says McLaren were able to run productive tests during Friday practice at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix to cure its straight-line speed woes while aiming not to lose any pace in the tight and twisty section at the Baku City Circuit.
Hard-to-drive 2018 Mercedes F1 car resulted in “messy” Friday - Valtteri Bottas
Valtteri Bottas says his Mercedes Formula 1 car is “not easy to drive” and blamed balance issues for what he labelled as a “messy” Friday at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Daniel Ricciardo leads for Red Bull in second Azerbaijan F1 practice
Daniel Ricciardo laid down an impressive pace during second practice for this weekend’s Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix as he led Red Bull to the top of the field on Friday afternoon.
Hamilton planning overnight engineer talks in bid to fix Mercedes issues
Lewis Hamilton says he will be “knocking on the doors” of his Mercedes engineers overnight as he looks to make the “right changes” to his Formula 1 car ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix qualifying.
Bernie Ecclestone says "fed up" Lewis Hamilton is no longer the racer he once was
Ex-Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone doubts a “fed up” Lewis Hamilton has what it takes to win the 2018 title, adding he is no longer the driver he once was.
Ricciardo shrugs off favourite tag for Azerbaijan GP
Daniel Ricciardo says he’s part of “the group of favourites” ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after topping Friday practice in Baku.
Kimi Raikkonen: Zero issues for Ferrari on Baku F1 Friday
Kimi Raikkonen says there were no issues for Ferrari during Friday’s Formula 1 practice running for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix despite appearing to lose track time in the morning.
Max Verstappen expecting Mercedes, Ferrari to close gap in Baku qualifying
Max Verstappen is anticipating a tight battle for pole position at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and expects Formula 1 rivals Mercedes and Ferrari to close the gap to Red Bull.
Vettel takes blame “with little mistakes” for pace drop
Sebastian Vettel has shouldered the blame for seeing his Friday practice pace end off of his front-running rivals in Baku ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
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Horner: Ricciardo is Red Bull’s preference but we have options
Red Bull boss Christian Horner has reiterated his desire to retain Daniel Ricciardo as part of its driver line-up but warns the squad has suitable options if the Australian decides to leave at the end of the 2018 Formula 1 season.
Valtteri Bottas quickest, Verstappen crashes in first Azerbaijan F1 practice
Valtteri Bottas led Mercedes to the head of the timesheets as a number of drivers had off-track moments while trying to find their limits in the opening Formula 1 practice session of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend.
Raikkonen: Surprise if Ferrari not at front at Azerbaijan GP
Kimi Raikkonen feels if Ferrari is unable to challenge for victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix it will come as a huge shock to the Italian manufacturer.
Lewis Hamilton: Respect for Sebastian Vettel has grown since Baku 2017 clash
Lewis Hamilton says his respect for Formula 1 rival Sebastian Vettel has grown considerably since their collision during last year’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Ricciardo-Mercedes F1 rumours 'nothing new' for Valtteri Bottas
Valtteri Bottas is not concerned by recent speculation he could lose his Mercedes Formula 1 seat to Daniel Ricciardo for 2019, saying such rumours are “nothing new” and that he is instead focusing on his own on-track performances.
Pirelli nominates Ultrasoft F1 tyre among choices for Austrian Grand Prix
Pirelli will bring the exact same Formula 1 tyre compound selections as last year for July’s Austrian Grand Prix.
Chain of events leading to Ferrari Bahrain F1 pit stop incident revealed
An accidental press of a button on a wheel gun sparked the chain of events that ended with Ferrari Formula 1 mechanic Francesco Cigarini breaking his leg in the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Winless start to F1 2018 acting as a "learning process" for Mercedes - Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton believes Mercedes failure to win a race in the opening three rounds of the 2018 Formula 1 season is acting as a “learning process” for the team.
Verstappen: I wanted Chinese GP victory too much
Max Verstappen has opened up on his headline-grabbing performance at the Chinese Grand Prix after his clash with Sebastian Vettel and feels he’s changed his approach to upcoming Formula 1 races.
Raikkonen: No problem with Ferrari strategy
Kimi Raikkonen says there is no problem between him and Ferrari after its strategy calls appeared to compromise his race at the expense of teammate Sebastian Vettel in China.
Fernando Alonso: Reaching Q3 ‘difficult’ for McLaren F1 in Baku
Fernando Alonso did not wish to talk up McLaren’s chances of reaching Q3 for the first time this season in Baku this weekend, saying the team will struggle to overcome its straight-line speed deficit compared to its Formula 1 midfield rivals.
Vettel: Hamilton form only a factor in the final F1 races
Sebastian Vettel feels Lewis Hamilton’s current dip in form will play a role in the Formula 1 world championship title race in “the last three races” as he expects a fightback from Mercedes at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Daniel Ricciardo denies signing F1 pre-agreement with Ferrari
Daniel Ricciardo has denied signing a pre-contract agreement with Ferrari for 2019, claiming that Red Bull is the only Formula 1 team he has discussed any potential plans for next year with.
Ricciardo undergoes lip surgery after Chinese GP
Daniel Ricciardo has undergone minor surgery to insert stiches into his lip after suffering an infection while in Bahrain.