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Ex-McLaren engineer joins Alfa Romeo, F1 commentators suspended for sexism, and other big updates from around the world of Formula 1.
The Alfa Romeo Formula 1 team has appointed James Key as its new Technical Director. Key, who has over 25 years of experience in F1, will officially start his role on September 1. He joins Alfa Romeo after leaving McLaren earlier in the 2023 season. The team sees Key's appointment as a significant step as Sauber Motorsport prepares to become a works team in 2026 through a takeover by Audi. This is not Key's first time at Sauber, as he previously worked as the team's Technical Director from 2010 to 2012 before joining Toro Rosso. Key expressed his excitement about returning to Sauber and leading the team's technical side during this crucial period. The Alfa Romeo team is set to be rebranded as Sauber in 2024, as Alfa Romeo ends its partnership in preparation for Audi's arrival.
Click here to read the full article by Fergal Walsh (motorsportweek.com).
Sky Sports has suspended two F1 commentators, Matteo Bobbi and Davide Valsecchi, from its Italian channel after they made sexist remarks during a live broadcast of the Spanish Grand Prix. Bobbi initiated a sexist joke, referring to a woman as an "upgrade package," and Valsecchi responded in agreement. Their fellow broadcaster, Federica Masolin, expressed her disapproval and requested to shift the focus away from them.
Click here to read the full article by Sam Smith (express.co.uk)
Does Mercedes' strong showing in Spain, with Hamilton and Russell securing the two podium spots behind the dominant winner Max Verstappen, suggest that the major upgrade to the W14 is proving effective, particularly considering Russell's impressive performance despite starting 12th on the grid?
Lewis Hamilton has confirmed that he is producing a documentary about his career for Apple. The seven-time F1 World Champion has been involved in the Film and TV industry recently and has launched his own production company, Dawn Apollo Films. In addition to his involvement in a new F1 film featuring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski, Hamilton is working on a documentary that focuses on his journey to becoming a champion. He expressed his hope that the documentary will inspire young viewers to pursue their own dreams.
Click here to read the full article by Ewan Gale and Dieter Rencken (racingnews365.com)
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