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Former McLaren Formula 1 chief Ron Dennis has been knighted for his industry and charity contributions, while Red Bull boss Christian Horner received a CBE for his services to motor racing, particularly leading Red Bull to a historic F1 season with 21 out of 22 wins and both championship titles. Dennis, currently Podium Analytics chair and Tommy’s Campaign chairman, had previously earned a CBE for his long McLaren tenure. Horner expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing Red Bull's exceptional achievements in 2023 and asserting that their dominance may never be replicated.
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Gil de Ferran, former McLaren sporting director and winner of the 2003 Indy 500, passed away at 56 due to a heart attack at a Florida racing club. De Ferran served as McLaren's sporting director from 2018 to 2021, later working as a consultant. Tributes from Jenson Button, Damon Hill, and Martin Brundle highlighted his impact as a racer and person. His achievements include winning the 2000 and 2001 Champ Car World Series with Team Penske. McLaren and Team Penske expressed deep sorrow, recognizing De Ferran's significant contributions to motorsports.
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Vitantonio Liuzzi, one of Red Bull's early F1 drivers in 2005, transitioned to become an FIA steward after his racing career, including stints with Toro Rosso and Force India. In a podcast interview, he discussed the stark contrast between his roles as a driver and steward, expressing enjoyment in the latter. Liuzzi emphasized the complexity of stewarding, detailing the rapid decision-making process involving various tools such as cameras, radio communication, and telemetry to assess incidents during race weekends.
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Have you ever wondered what separates Max Verstappen from the rest of Formula One? Well, his former teammate Alex Albon reveals the secret technique that pushes Max's car further than anyone else's. Albon admits that while many believe the RB19 is built around Verstappen, he is genuinely fast and employs a unique driving style.
The paddock came down to India to race for the very first time in 2011 at the Buddh International Circuit after signing a five-year deal. Formula 1 raced on the circuit thrice—2011, 2012, and 2013. Sebastian Vettel won all three races and secured his fourth world championship in 2013. However, Vettel never won another championship title, and Formula 1 never returned to India. So, what really happened to the Indian GP?