F1 news and rumors
Here are some recent F1 news and rumors:
News:
- Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport (Mercedes) announces new engine partner: Mercedes has announced a new partnership with Petronas, a Malaysian oil and gas company, to become their official engine partner.
- Ferrari announces new team principal: Ferrari has appointed Frederic Vasseur as their new team principal, replacing Mattia Binotto.
- Red Bull Racing announces new driver lineup: Red Bull Racing has announced that Sergio Pérez will remain with the team for the 2023 season, while Alex Albon will be replaced by Nyck de Vries.
- Alpine F1 Team announces new driver lineup: Alpine has announced that Esteban Ocon will remain with the team for the 2023 season, while Fernando Alonso will be replaced by Pierre Gasly.
- F1 announces new sustainability initiatives: F1 has announced several new sustainability initiatives, including the introduction of a new "Sustainable Fuel" and a plan to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2025.
Rumors:
- Lewis Hamilton to leave Mercedes: There are rumors that Lewis Hamilton may leave Mercedes at the end of the 2023 season, with some speculating that he may join Ferrari or Red Bull Racing.
- Charles Leclerc to leave Ferrari: There are rumors that Charles Leclerc may leave Ferrari at the end of the 2023 season, with some speculating that he may join Mercedes or Red Bull Racing.
- George Russell to join Ferrari: There are rumors that George Russell may join Ferrari in 2024, with some speculating that he may replace Charles Leclerc.
- Pierre Gasly to join Alpine: There are rumors that Pierre Gasly may join Alpine in 2024, with some speculating that he may replace Fernando Alonso.
- Red Bull Racing to introduce new car design: There are rumors that Red Bull Racing may introduce a new car design for the 2024 season, with some speculating that it may be a radical departure from their current design.
Other news and rumors:
- F1 to introduce new qualifying format: F1 is rumored to be introducing a new qualifying format for the 2024 season, which may include a reverse grid starting order for the sprint race.
- F1 to increase grid size: There are rumors that F1 may increase the grid size from 20 to 24 cars for the 2024 season.
- F1 to introduce new safety measures: F1 is rumored to be introducing new safety measures, including a new helmet design and improved crash testing procedures.
- F1 to increase prize money: There are rumors that F1 may increase the prize money for the 2024 season, with some speculating that it may be increased by up to 50%.
- F1 to introduce new fan engagement initiatives: F1 is rumored to be introducing new fan engagement initiatives, including a new fan app and improved social media presence.
Please note that these are just rumors and may not be accurate.