Fernando Alonso has gained backing from FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem for a full review of Formula 1's driving standards and penalty decisions following controversies in recent races. Alonso's criticism of Lewis Hamilton's lack of penalties, coupled with allegations of nationality bias, has sparked discussions for fairer regulations. After discussing with Ben Sulayem, Alonso received a positive response, indicating potential revisions to ensure consistency in decision-making. The FIA is currently finalizing updated driver guidelines in collaboration with stakeholders like the Grand Prix Drivers' Association.
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Oscar Piastri's 2024 Formula 1 season has fallen short of expectations as he's struggled to match teammate Lando Norris's results, scoring fewer points and missing out on podium finishes. Despite consistently lagging behind Norris in qualifying sessions, Piastri has shown strong race pace, particularly evident in races like the Miami Grand Prix. While Piastri's season has been somewhat disappointing, his consistent improvement suggests the potential for future success, especially with forthcoming upgrades to his car.
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Ford refutes claims of lagging development in their Formula 1 power unit collaboration with Red Bull while acknowledging uncertainty about competitors' progress. Ford's partnership with Red Bull Powertrains will introduce advanced electrical systems and synthetic fuels. Despite Christian Horner's comparison to Ferrari's engine development, Red Bull Powertrains has recruited talent from Mercedes. Ford's motorsport director confirms internal targets are being met, though direct comparison with competitors remains unavailable.
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Reality TV star Kendall Jenner was in attendance at the Miami Grand Prix to support the all-female feeder series F1 Academy, but she wasn't quite prepared for what lay in store. Lewis Hamilton and Kendall Jenner jumped into a $136,000 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT to fly around the Miami International Autodrome. Jenner begged Hamilton to slow down as she took the passenger seat while Hamilton raced a hot lap in Miami. Click here to watch the video.
There's no doubt that Logan likes to live life in the fast lane, and being a Formula One driver only makes him more competitive. But what happens when he tries to make sense of how football compares to F1? Sergeant was at the Inter Miami training facility, where he engaged in drills alongside four players.
