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Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire is set to join Toyota-powered Team Impul in Super Formula next year, despite initially aiming for a Formula 1 seat in 2024 after winning the F2 title. Pourchaire, a Sauber junior, tested in Japan's top-level series at Suzuka last week and expressed his desire to compete in the championship. With two rookies, including F2 rival Ayumu Iwasa, confirmed for the 2024 grid, Pourchaire aims to use his strong rookie campaign in Super Formula as a stepping stone to securing an F1 seat in 2025, considering the increased availability of F1 driver contracts in 2024.
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Alpine's interim team boss, Bruno Famin, is optimistic about the success of Formula 1's 2026 rules overhaul, believing that new chassis regulations can offset potential engine power losses. The 2026-30 engine specification focused on sustainability and road relevance, resulting in a 50:50 power split between the internal combustion engine and electric output. Initial simulator data raised concerns about battery regeneration causing power drops, but the FIA has no plans to change the power split. Famin emphasizes that the success of the new rules depends on chassis regulations, which are expected to reduce drag and introduce active wings for straight-line performance. F1 chiefs dismiss teams' complaints about outdated simulations, and Famin is confident that collaborative efforts will yield effective regulations for both power units and chassis.
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The 2025 Formula 1 driver market hinges on Carlos Sainz's contract negotiations with Ferrari, with the team reportedly hesitant to offer more than a one-year deal. If an agreement is reached, it takes both Sainz and Ferrari off the market; otherwise, it could trigger a cascade effect. The next focal point could be the second Red Bull seat, potentially influenced by Sergio Perez's performance and Daniel Ricciardo's campaign in 2024. Red Bull might become a disruptive force, aiming for drivers like Lando Norris, while other options include Aston Martin and potential openings at Sauber (Audi-in-waiting). The Williams team, particularly with Alex Albon, holds appeal contingent on its '24 performance. Haas, at the bottom, faces uncertainties, potentially opting for experienced pros or a rising star like Ollie Bearman. The unpredictable nature of the driver market means unforeseen curveballs could reshape team line-ups and driver destinies. Currently, the spotlight is on Ferrari and Sainz, awaiting resolution.
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The RB19 won the 2023 F1 Drivers' World Championship with Max Verstappen and also got the Constructors' Championship for Oracle Red Bull Racing. In recognition of its success, Red Bull paid tribute to this historic Formula 1 car. David Coulthard, the first driver of Red Bull's RB1, took a few laps around Silverstone.
Popular YouTuber Marques Keith Brownlee, known for his tech videos and Waveform podcast, recently shared that Formula One has become his new favorite high-tech sport. In a detailed discussion, Brownlee explained the basics of the sport, its rules, the intricacies of the cars, and the sophisticated technology employed to ensure its seamless operation, among other fascinating insights.