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"Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story" is a four-part documentary series that tells the extraordinary tale of Ross Brawn saving the former Honda F1 team after Honda decided to leave the sport in 2008. The series includes interviews with key figures like Ross Brawn, Jenson Button, Rubens Barrichello, Nick Fry, and Christian Horner. It promises behind-the-scenes footage and access to previously unseen F1 archives. The series is hosted by Hollywood star Keanu Reeves and produced by North One, with episodes available on Disney+ and Hulu in the US starting from November 15, 2023. The story revolves around Brawn taking over the team for a symbolic pound, securing a Mercedes engine supply, and achieving remarkable success, ultimately leading to Mercedes' re-entry into F1 in 2010.
Click here to read the full article by Filip Cleeren (motorsport.com)
AlphaTauri CEO Peter Bayer expressed concerns about Formula 1's cost-cap regulations, particularly the changes in CapEx spending, which he found less favorable. As a former FIA Secretary-General involved in developing these regulations, Bayer is well-informed about financial matters in the sport. The CapEx reform will provide additional funds for the lower-ranked teams, with the bottom four teams receiving $20 million compared to $6 million for Ferrari, Red Bull, and Mercedes. Bayer mentioned the challenges of adapting to these changing regulations, requiring finding additional funding and making unplanned adjustments. He highlighted the financial strain this poses on teams with tighter budgets, like AlphaTauri, as they hadn't initially budgeted for these changes.
Click here to read the full article by Dan Lawrence (motorsportweek.com)
Red Bull has hinted at a potential return of Daniel Ricciardo by sharing an old photo of him with Max Verstappen on social media. Ricciardo, who previously had a successful stint with Red Bull from 2014 to 2018, is eager to regain his former seat amid concerns about Sergio Perez's performance. Rumors suggest that Red Bull may promote Ricciardo as Verstappen's teammate for the 2024 season if Perez departs, as the team's recent social media post continues to fuel speculation.
Click here to read the full article by Oliver Harden (planetf1.com)
Alpine racers Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly engage in a "Guess Who" game but with a Formula 1 twist. The game features all the current drivers on the grid, including those who are currently inactive. Gasly began the game, and Ocon proved to be more knowledgeable about it. Eventually, Gasly correctly guessed that Ricciardo was the answer to a specific question.
Curious to find out what the Las Vegas F1 track layout looks like? Join Kym Illman as he walks along the circuit, offering an exclusive first look at the new paddock, the largest pit building in F1, and, of course, the pit lane in Las Vegas. Even though construction of the track is still in progress, the entrance to the paddock club designed for those entering the hospitality suites promises to exude a sense of luxury.