Leclerc’s address leaked online

Charles Leclerc has requested fans to respect his privacy after his home address was leaked online, leading to people showing up at his doorstep for pictures and autographs. In a statement on Instagram, Leclerc asked fans to refrain from visiting his home, emphasizing that he values their support but there should be boundaries in place to protect his privacy.

Click here to read the full article by Charley Williams (WTF1.com)

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Lessons from failed F1 teams

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In the 21st century, genuinely new F1 teams are a rare occurrence, as establishing a new constructor from scratch is extremely challenging. However, in 2010, four new teams were granted entry, expanding the grid to 13 teams and 26 cars for the first time since 1995. Although USF1 infamously collapsed before participating in a race, Lotus Racing, Virgin, and HRT made their debut, but by 2017, all had disappeared. This retrospective examines the factors that led to the influx of newcomers and the reasons they ultimately failed to maintain a lasting presence in F1.

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Support swells for Alonso’s 33rd win

Max Verstappen joined the growing list of fans and personalities expressing hope for Fernando Alonso to achieve his 33rd F1 race win, as the Spaniard approaches the 10th anniversary of his 32nd victory. Alonso and Aston Martin have shown strong form in 2023, with three podium finishes. Verstappen believes Alonso deserves more wins, and the two-time World Champion is happy to see the enthusiasm in Spain for his recent success. Many sports personalities in Spain have shown support for Alonso's 33rd win on social media, and Alonso hopes to reach that milestone and then aim for more victories.

Click here to read the full article by Anna Francis & Aaron Deckers (RacingNews365.com)

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F1 tires for dummies

Formula 1 tires are supplied by Italian manufacturer Pirelli, who has provided them since 2011. In 2022, Pirelli introduced 18-inch tires, which underwent extensive testing and development. There are six slick compounds (C0 to C5) for varying track conditions and two additional types for wet conditions. Pirelli selects three compounds for each race, and drivers must use at least two different slick compounds during a dry race. For 2023, some races will feature a Revised Qualifying Format, where specific tire compounds are mandated for each stage of qualifying.

Click here to read the full article by Mike Seymour (Formula1.com)

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George ranks the 2023 F1 Tracks

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From new tracks like Jeddah and Vegas to told staples like the Circuit of the Americas and Spa, George runs through the highs and lows to rank them all. Do your rankings look the same?