Track invaders face race ban at Australian GP

Six people who initiated the track invasion at the Australian Grand Prix may face bans from future races, and their photos have been sent to Victoria Police. The incident, which occurred while cars were still on the Albert Park circuit, is being investigated by the FIA. The Australian Grand Prix Corporation admitted to security protocol failures and safety measure issues, and the investigation now involves Victoria Police. The general manager of operations, Tom Mottram, suggested "new and young fans" may not understand the dangers associated with motorsport.

Click here to read the full article by Michelle Foster (PlanetF1.com).

‍

What it’s like being Christian Horner

‍

Dive into an exclusive, behind-the-scenes glimpse of a week in the life of Christian Horner, Team Principal and CEO of Oracle Red Bull Racing, during the 2023 Formula 1 season at the Melbourne Grand Prix. Throughout the week, Horner manages the team's pre-race preparations, oversees strategic decisions during the race, and navigates the post-race analysis and debriefs. In this episode of Behind The Charge, witness Horner's leadership skills in action as he coordinates with engineers, drivers, and sponsors, ensuring that the team operates at peak performance while tackling the challenges and high-pressure environment of a Formula 1 race weekend.

‍

Stroll encouraged to “end” Alonso’s career

Ex-F1 driver and 1996 champion Damon Hill believes Lance Stroll should aim to end teammate Fernando Alonso's career at Aston Martin. Hill suggests Stroll must "establish [himself] as the undisputed King, the number one in the team,” comparing it to George Russell's efforts to surpass Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes. While Stroll has shown potential, Hill questions if he's ready to become a World Champion on his own merits.

Click here to read the full article by Jake Nichol (RacingNews365.com).

‍

Kravitz predicts Vettel replaces Marko as Red Bull advisor

Formula 1 pundit Ted Kravitz predicts that retired racer Sebastian Vettel may replace Dr. Helmut Marko at Red Bull in the future. Although Vettel is open to a one-off race appearance, Kravitz believes his driving days are over and envisions him returning to Red Bull as a motorsport advisor. While Audi F1 team management could be another option for Vettel, Kravitz thinks a return to Red Bull is more likely.

Click here to read the full article by MotorsportWeek.com.

‍

Williams to "sacrifice" for a better 2024 car

James Vowles, the Williams team principal, is happy with the FW45's performance in the first three races of the 2023 season, but emphasizes the importance of long-term development. He believes the team must be willing to make short-term sacrifices for future competitiveness. With the cost cap in place, Williams, like other teams, must carefully balance their resources. Vowles is focusing on the 2024 package, aiming for greater progress next season. Williams is now a serious contender in Formula 1, no longer the weakest midfield team.

Click here to read the full article by formu1a.uno.