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Haas retains Hulkenberg and Magnussen for 2024 season, Stroll misses Dutch GP media day due to illness, and other big updates from around the world of Formula 1.
According to team principal Guenther Steiner, the Haas Formula 1 team will retain Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen as their drivers for the 2024 season. The decision was based on their solid performance and valuable feedback during the challenging 2023 season. Both Hulkenberg and Magnussen have extensive experience and were given opportunities by Haas to revive their careers. Hulkenberg's strong qualifying performances and Magnussen's return to F1 in 2022 after a year away were highlighted as significant factors in the team's decision.
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Aston Martin's Lance Stroll is absent at Zandvoort's media day before the Dutch Grand Prix due to illness, missing out on preparation. However, he is confirmed to be fit and will compete in the race weekend. Stroll's absence is due to recovery from an infection, but Aston Martin assures his participation in the Grand Prix. Despite the setback, Stroll has previously demonstrated resilience in disrupted preparations, notably recovering from injuries for a strong performance in Bahrain earlier this season.
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Max Verstappen has won both Dutch Grand Prix races at his home circuit in the modern era, claiming pole position and clean sweeps of victory. With his dominant season, another home victory seems likely. Windy conditions near the coastline could add unpredictability to qualifying battles, and changes in car regulations might impact top drivers' performance. Besides Verstappen, McLaren is a strong contender for podium places due to the track's characteristics favoring their setup. The race has seen limited overtaking, emphasizing the significance of grid positions. The top four teams have consistently dominated points-scoring positions, leaving few spots for others, with Alpine and Williams potentially making an impact.
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Tensions persist among taxi drivers, Zandvoort organizers, and local authorities during the Dutch Grand Prix weekend. Disagreements arise as Haarlem taxi drivers protest restricted access to the circuit, stemming from permit disputes. The municipality of Zandvoort refuses new permits due to suspicions of illegal acquisition, although an alternative method involving parking permits has surfaced, triggering outrage among taxi drivers. Talks continue between Haarlem taxi drivers and Zandvoort officials, aiming for a resolution before the race weekend to avert potential disruption, but a blockade remains a possibility if no agreement is reached by Friday.
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