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Fast Five: Miami track floods, Massa’s surprising claim about Hamilton’s teammates, and other big updates

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Miami track floods, Massa’s surprising claim about Hamilton’s teammates, and other big updates from around the world of Formula 1.

TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Heavy rain floods Miami track
  • Piastri outshining Ricciardo at McLaren
  • Massa: George first teammate to challenge Hamilton
  • Newey to remain at Red Bull, says Horner
  • Vowles' Verdict on Albon's DNF

Heavy rain floods Miami track

Heavy rain has caused flooding in Miami just weeks before the Miami Grand Prix, scheduled for May 7th. Persistent downpours left downtown streets impassable, with city, county, and state workers striving to alleviate the flooding. The city often faces flooding due to heavy rain, rising sea levels, and low elevation.

Click here to read the full article by Michael Butterworth (RacingNews365.com), and watch the latest local weathercast here.

Piastri outshining Ricciardo at McLaren

McLaren made a bold decision to let go of Daniel Ricciardo and replace him with rookie Oscar Piastri in Formula 1. Now, the team is increasingly confident that Piastri is on his way to becoming one of the sport's top drivers.

Massa: George first teammate to challenge Hamilton

Felipe Massa recently stated that George Russell is the first teammate to truly challenge Lewis Hamilton. However, Hamilton has faced tough competition from teammates throughout his career, including Fernando Alonso during his rookie season, Jenson Button's strong 2011 performance, and the intense rivalry with Nico Rosberg. While Russell has shown promise, Hamilton's history demonstrates he's no stranger to challenging teammates, which has contributed to his championship success.

Click here to read the full article by Dre Harrison (WTF1.com)

Newey to remain at Red Bull, says Horner

Christian Horner dismissed rumors that renowned car designer Adrian Newey would leave Red Bull for another team. Newey has had a significant role in developing Red Bull's dominant package and is committed to the team for the long term. Although taking a step back from daily duties, Newey is involved in other projects, making him a valuable and popular part of Red Bull.

Click here to read the full article by ESPN.

Vowles' Verdict on Albon's DNF

During a tumultuous Australian Grand Prix weekend, Team Principal James Vowles addressed fans' inquiries and provided his insight into the events that unfolded. Vowles delved into the challenges faced by the team, including the factors that contributed to Alex Albon's DNF. He analyzed the race strategies, tire management, and the overall performance of the team, pinpointing the critical moments that influenced the outcome. Vowles' comprehensive assessment offers an insider's perspective on the team's race weekend, shedding light on the complexities and intricacies that ultimately led to Albon's unfortunate retirement from the race.

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