Fast Five: Red Bull’s RB20 reportedly fails FIA crash test, Aston Martin confirms launch date for 2024 challenger, and other big updates

Red Bull's RB20 reportedly fails FIA crash test

Rumors within the Formula 1 community suggest that Red Bull's RB20 may have failed the FIA crash test, potentially indicating design issues with the car's nose. While unconfirmed, such setbacks are often a result of teams pushing the boundaries of innovation within the sport's regulations. This rumored development could pose challenges for Red Bull and star driver Max Verstappen in the upcoming 2024 season. However, it is emphasized that this might be a reflection of Red Bull's commitment to pushing the limits of design within the constraints of F1 regulations, with expectations that the team will swiftly respond to any issues identified during testing.

Click here to read the full article by Alex Harrington (si.com)

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Aston Martin confirm launch date for 2024 challenger

Aston Martin is set to reveal its AMR24 challenger at Silverstone on February 12, a date communicated to the team's I / AM fan campaign members via email. The announcement also includes an invitation for fans to participate in a competition to attend the unveiling. Fernando Alonso, a two-time F1 world champion, expresses the need for the team to address issues related to consistency and straight line speed with the AMR24. Alonso acknowledges the team's strong tire management and strategy but emphasizes the importance of achieving stability in performance and improving straight line speed.

Click here to read the full article by Matt Kew (motorsport.com)

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Leclerc adds $715K rare supercar to Ferrari collection

Charles Leclerc has added a custom 812 Competizione Aperta, priced at $715,000, to his impressive car collection. The rare convertible, adorned with '16' decals to honor his F1 racing number, boasts a powerful 6.5-litre V12 engine generating 819bhp and can rev up to 9,500rpm. Leclerc, who already owns various Ferraris, was seen showcasing the exclusive supercar at the Casino de Monte-Carlo after finishing second at the F1 2023 finale. Despite Ferrari's championship drought since 2008, there are hopes Leclerc will lead the team to victory in 2024 after reportedly signing a five-year deal.

Click here to read the full article by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones (supercarblondie.com)

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The imminent challenge for Red Bull contenders

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Red Bull is a prime target for Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes, but each team faces unique technical hurdles in their quest to outperform the competition. There is also a shared challenge among them, one that will only grow more formidable as their F1 cars become increasingly competitive. Despite their strengths, the pressure on their teams increases due to their talented driver lineups.

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Hamilton goes skydiving in Dubai

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There's no denying that Lewis Hamilton knows how to finish the 2023 F1 season in style. Hamilton has often said that he loves cars and planes, but with what has become a ritual over recent years, the Seven-time Formula One World Champion took a series of skydives over the Dubai desert. What if he actually decided to go pro in skydiving?