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Max Verstappen's F1 success, with estimated annual earnings of $50 million, puts him on track to become the sport's first billion-dollar earner. If he continues in F1 for a number of years, his career earnings could skyrocket. Despite not having huge personal endorsement deals, his various deals and salary already make him a significant earner. In the Netherlands, he's a superstar, so concerns about global marketability are minimal.
Click here to read the full article by Thomas Maher (planetf1.com)
Pirelli has decided to abandon its plan to change the C2 tire compound for the 2024 Formula 1 season after testing a prototype at the Japanese Grand Prix showed no improvement in performance. The C2 compound was considered for a slight softening to better match other compounds but did not deliver the desired results. Pirelli's head of car racing, Mario Isola, stated that they will stick with the current C2 tire, as there was no significant improvement in grip with the prototype. Additionally, Pirelli plans to test a revised C4 prototype at the Mexican Grand Prix to address graining issues. The tire selection for the grand prix will be C3, C4, and C5.
Click here to read the full article by Jonathan Noble (Motorsport.com)
Alexander Albon is cautious about committing his Formula 1 future to Williams, despite having a contract until the end of next season. He's dedicated to Williams' progress but wants to keep his options open as he aims to compete for wins and podiums, considering his age and career timeline.
Click here to read the full article by Fergal Walsh & Aaron Deckers (racingnews365.com)
Oscar Piastri answers questions from fans, covering a range of topics from sports to his personal life. Piastri mentioned having a middle name and revealed that if he hadn't become an F1 driver, he might have chosen a career as a mechanic. When asked about his desired superpower, he simply expressed an interest in teleportation to be able to go anywhere, especially to Australia.
In 2019, three emerging talents - George Russell, Lando Norris, and Alex Albon - successfully leaped from Formula 2 to Formula 1. Since then, their journey has been marked by pole positions, podium appearances, team switches, and the creation of unforgettable moments in the world of F1. Now, they sit together to discuss topics such as world championships, their career highlights, jealousy, and the idea of forming a three-car team. Click here to watch the video.