Daniel David Lawrence

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Deputy Editor @MotorsportWeek - I talk about things going fast over and over again

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Lando Norris 'enjoys' watching Max Verstappen, George Russell confrontation

Dec 5, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

McLaren‘s Lando Norris cheekily admits he enjoys watching Formula 1 rivals Max Verstappen and George Russell amid their spiralling confrontation. The squabble between Verstappen and Russell stems from the former impeding the latter during qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, whereby the Dutchman received a one-place grid drop.
Max Verstappen labels George Russell a ‘backstabber’ over Qatar penalty row

Dec 5, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

Accusations continue to fly between Max Verstappen and George Russell with the Formula 1 World Champion calling his Mercedes counterpart a “backstabber” over their Qatar Grand Prix penalty row. This story began with Verstappen seemingly impeding Russell during the latter’s out-lap in the Q3 top-10 shootout at the Lusail International Circuit.
Toto Wolff calls Christian Horner a 'yapping little terrier' after George Russell comments

Dec 5, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has called Christian Horner a “yapping little terrier” after the Red Bull Team Principal said Geroge Russell employed “hysterics” to get Max Verstappen penalised in the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix. Verstappen was penalised with a one-place grid penalty having impeded Russell during qualifying for the Qatar GP, although neither driver was committed to a full-speed lap at the time.
Max Verstappen has 'no regrets' criticising George Russell's 'unacceptable' behaviour in Qatar

Dec 4, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

Max Verstappen has “no regrets” criticising George Russell after their dispute over his Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix grid penalty, calling the Mercedes driver’s behaviour “unacceptable.”Verstappen was observed driving slowly on his cool-down lap during qualifying at the Lusail International Circuit as he didn’t want to impede drivers ahead who were preparing to set a timed lap.
Yuki Tsunoda: 'It's quite clear I should get a chance' at Red Bull

Dec 4, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

RB’s Yuki Tsunoda believes “it’s quite clear” he should get a chance at Red Bull based on his performances in the 2024 Formula 1 campaign. Tsunoda has been pitted against two team-mates in 2024, Daniel Ricciardo and Liam Lawson with both of them given the remit of beating the Japanese driver to earn a shot alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull. However, Tsunoda has had the measure of both but continues to be overlooked by Red Bull as Sergio Perez‘s future hangs in the balance.
Exclusive: Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg fighting to go out on a high with Haas

Dec 4, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Dan Lawrence |Daniel David Lawrence

Motorsport Week sat down with Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg in Las Vegas for an exclusive chat to discuss pushing for sixth in the Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship in their last races at Haas. For Magnussen and Hulkenberg, the upcoming Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is the end of an era. Haas is moving on to new drivers next season, Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman with Hulkenberg set to start his multi-year adventure with Sauber in 2025.
Ferrari slated for F1 history with Charles and Arthur Leclerc in Abu Dhabi

Dec 4, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Dan Lawrence |Daniel David Lawrence

Ferrari is set to make Formula 1 history during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as it prepares to field Charles and Arthur Leclerc in opening practice. For the first time in F1’s history, two brothers will compete in a competitive session for the same team as Arthur joins Charles in FP1 at the Yas Marina Circuit. Arthur Leclerc will also participate in the post-season rookie test at Abu Dhabi, sharing the Ferrari SF-24 with Le Mans winner Antonio Fuoco.
Red Bull blasts ‘more than grey area’ McLaren F1 flexi-rear wing

Dec 4, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

Red Bull Technical Director Pierre Wache was left less than impressed by the flexi-rear wing sported by McLaren during the 2024 Formula 1 campaign. McLaren came under fire for its flexible rear wing used earlier in the season at circuits with a low-drag configuration.
Haas confirms Esteban Ocon and Ryo Hirakawa for F1 post-season test

Dec 3, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

Haas has confirmed Esteban Ocon and Ryo Hirakawa will drive for the team in the Formula 1 post-season test in Abu Dhabi. Ocon signed a multi-year deal with Haas during the Belgian Grand Prix weekend in July and his participation in the test has led to unprecedented action. To release him from his Alpine contract, the Frenchman is forgoing driving duties in this weekend’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and shall be replaced by the Anglo-French team’s 2025 recruit, Jack Doohan.
'Why not' have a 12th F1 team? Asks FIA President

Dec 3, 2024 | motorsportweek.com | Daniel David Lawrence

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem believes Formula 1 should expand to 12 teams as it has the capacity to do so, asking, “Why not?”In January, F1 rejected Michael Andretti’s bid to join the series in 2026, but a U-turn was made when the American stepped aside to let General Motors take a stronger position over the prospective entry.