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Despite the recent military offensive in Artsakh and comparisons to past tragedies, Azerbaijan's Grand Prix in Baku remains secure, with plans for the FIA's annual general assembly and Max Verstappen's world champion trophy ceremony still in place. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem stressed the need for neutrality and cited other countries involved in conflicts, highlighting the difference in treatment towards Russia. Meanwhile, efforts continue to secure a refund for upfront
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Andretti-Cadillac plans to test a 2023-spec Formula 1 car in Toyota's wind tunnel in Cologne next week, aiming for a potential entry into the sport in 2025, though this may be delayed to 2026. The FIA has given them the green light, but they need a financial agreement with Formula 1. Michael Andretti believes they can add value to the sport and boost revenue despite pushback from existing teams. Their goal is to have at least one American driver, with Colton Herta as a top choice, but he currently lacks the necessary Super License points.
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Charles Leclerc had a moment of shock during his cooldown lap after qualifying for the 2023 Austin Formula 1 race, as he mistakenly believed he had 'suffered a heart attack' due to a misunderstanding in a radio message regarding Max Verstappen's track limits demotion. Despite this, he secured pole position and expressed continued respect for Verstappen's competitiveness. Leclerc explained that his first qualifying lap was cleaner and better than his second attempt, which he described as riskier but ultimately successful.
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Take a peek behind the scenes at McLaren Racing to see how they're changing the game by making Formula 1 car parts from recycled carbon fiber (rCF) in partnership with V Carbon, an innovative composites company. These cutting-edge components will undergo testing on the McLaren MCL60 at the US Grand Prix, marking a significant step in McLaren's ongoing effort to create a fully sustainable F1 car.
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