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FIA to Review F1 Energy Management After Bearman’s 50G Suzuka Crash
formula-111 days ago

FIA to Review F1 Energy Management After Bearman’s 50G Suzuka Crash

Oliver Bearman’s dramatic 50G crash at the Japanese Grand Prix has prompted the FIA to push a structured review of the 2026 energy-management regulations. With gaps in electrical boost causing dangerously high closing speeds, the FIA says meetings with teams, power-unit manufacturers, and FOM will assess the system and whether refinements are needed after collecting more data in the opening phase of the season, all while prioritizing safety.

via Motorsport.com|
#bearman#energy-management#fia
Haas tells Bearman to bounce back after 50G Suzuka crash
formula-112 days ago

Haas tells Bearman to bounce back after 50G Suzuka crash

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu urged Oliver Bearman not to beat himself up after his 50G crash at Suzuka during the Japanese Grand Prix, praising the Briton’s earlier pace that helped Haas climb to fourth in the constructors’ standings. Bearman left the cockpit with a right knee contusion, and Komatsu emphasized that the massive 50 km/h speed delta—not a simple error—played a major role, with the team confident he will bounce back.

via Motorsport.com|
#formula-1#haas-f1-team#japanese-grand-prix
Gasly overtakes Verstappen in Japan GP, Verstappen waves in return
sports12 days ago

Gasly overtakes Verstappen in Japan GP, Verstappen waves in return

Max Verstappen endured a tough Japanese Grand Prix, spending much of the race in battles with Alpine's Pierre Gasly, who overtook him on the start/finish straight after Verstappen ran out of battery under the sport's tighter energy-regulation rules; Verstappen then waved to Gasly as he passed, with Gasly finishing seventh as Alpine kicked off the year strongly, while Verstappen remained unhappy with the regulations.

via racingnews365.com|
#energy-recovery-ers#f1#japanese-grand-prix
Suzuka surprises as Antonelli and Piastri lead a boosted McLaren-Alpine show
formula-113 days ago

Suzuka surprises as Antonelli and Piastri lead a boosted McLaren-Alpine show

Kimi Antonelli headlines a Suzuka surprise, taking an early-season lead as McLaren and Alpine shine with Oscar Piastri and Pierre Gasly delivering strong drives. The weekend also delivers setbacks for Ferrari, Williams and Red Bull, while George Russell encounters misfortune that dents his championship momentum, underscoring a fraught Japanese Grand Prix for F1.

via Motorsport.com|
#alpine#f1#formula-1
Antonelli Triumphs at Suzuka as Piastri Clinches 2026 Debut Podium
sports13 days ago

Antonelli Triumphs at Suzuka as Piastri Clinches 2026 Debut Podium

Andrea Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 F1 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka with Oscar Piastri finishing second on his first 2026 start; Charles Leclerc claimed third ahead of George Russell, Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton. Oliver Bearman survived a high‑g collision with a bruised knee, while a late Safety Car influenced strategy. The result keeps Antonelli atop the standings as the youngest driver to lead the world championship.

via Motorsport.com|
#antonelli#bearman#f1
Alston Martin’s vibration mystery drags on for Alonso at Suzuka
sports13 days ago

Alston Martin’s vibration mystery drags on for Alonso at Suzuka

Fernando Alonso said vibrations from the Honda engine continued to affect his Aston Martin on Saturday at the Japanese Grand Prix, after Friday had shown little to no issues. With Alonso’s qualifying results sitting in the 21st–22nd range and the team reviewing Friday’s data to explain the reappearance of the problem, Aston Martin’s development—hampered by limited on-track mileage—remains under scrutiny as they seek clarity ahead of further running.

via racingnews365.com|
#aston-martin#fernando-alonso#formula-1
Mercedes tweak backfires as Russell faces tougher Suzuka race
formula-113 days ago

Mercedes tweak backfires as Russell faces tougher Suzuka race

Toto Wolff said a Mercedes setup tweak caused oversteer and nose instability for George Russell in qualifying at Suzuka, leaving him at a disadvantage for the Japanese Grand Prix. Russell qualified second while team-mate Kimi Antonelli took pole, and Wolff indicated the changes are unlikely to be reversed before the race, meaning Russell may have to race with the issue.

via Motorsport.com|
#formula-1#george-russell#japanese-grand-prix
Verstappen seventh in Suzuka practice as upgrades test ahead of Japanese GP
sports15 days ago

Verstappen seventh in Suzuka practice as upgrades test ahead of Japanese GP

In Suzuka's first practice for the Japanese Grand Prix, Max Verstappen's Red Bull, equipped with aero upgrades, was seventh-fastest as drivers navigated Spoon's tailwind. Williams' Alex Albon had a difficult session, going off track, hitting the wall at Degner Two, and spinning after a collision with Sergio Perez. Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad finished eighth and tenth, sandwiching Esteban Ocon in Haas. Jak Crawford drove Fernando Alonso’s car for a mandatory young-driver day and ended 22nd, just over a second behind Lance Stroll. Honda outlined engine-vibration improvements ahead of its home race, while Aston Martin introduced an aero upgrade including a new engine cover and front-of-floor furniture.

via BBC|
#aero-upgrade#f1#honda
"Key Takeaways from the 2024 F1 Japanese Grand Prix"
sports-formula-12 years ago

"Key Takeaways from the 2024 F1 Japanese Grand Prix"

Edd Straw ranks the F1 drivers' performances at the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix, highlighting Max Verstappen's dominant race win, Fernando Alonso's impressive drive, and Yuki Tsunoda's strong midfield performance. The rankings are based on various criteria including pace, racecraft, and consistency, with each driver's performance fluctuating from weekend to weekend. Notable performances include Carlos Sainz's strong weekend, Lando Norris's fight for a podium, and Lewis Hamilton's mix of encouragement and frustration.

via The Race|
#driver-rankings#f1#japanese-grand-prix