FIA receives $2m from 2025 entry fees, How McLaren's reliability secured the 2024 title, and other big updates

FIA receives $2m from 2025 entry fees

The FIA will get nearly $2 million more in 2025 because of higher Formula 1 entry fees after the 2024 season's 24 races. Teams pay a basic fee plus extra for each point scored, with McLaren paying more after winning its first constructors' title in 26 years. The total amount will be $25.79 million, which is $1.89 million more than in 2024. Some teams, like McLaren and Ferrari, saw big increases in their fees, while others, like Red Bull and Aston Martin, paid less.

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How McLaren's reliability secured the 2024 title

McLaren won its first F1 constructors' title in 26 years, thanks to perfect reliability in 2024. Despite some close calls, like Norris' crash in Austria and Piastri's problem in Miami, McLaren didn't have any issues that cost them points, unlike Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes. Team boss Andrea Stella said this success came from substantial investments in operations and reliability, similar to his time at Ferrari. McLaren's ability to finish every race and avoid retirements helped them win the title.

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Norris raises £45,000 for charity at F1 auction

Lando Norris worked with F1 Authentics for online auctions in 2024, raising more than £45,000 for charity. One of the top items was his signed helmet from the Hungarian Grand Prix, which sold for £43,001. The money went to the Hungarian Federation of Blind & Partially Sighted, Herend Porcelain Manufactory, and The Royal Society for Blind Children. Norris also donated a signed Pirelli wind tunnel tire replica, which raised £4,800 for Race Against Dementia. The auctions helped raise both money and awareness for these important causes.

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Sainz's debut sends strong warning

Carlos Sainz showed that he is fully committed to Williams and doesn’t see it as a step down from Ferrari. Even though he left Ferrari after Lewis Hamilton’s surprise signing, Sainz is determined to help Williams fight for podiums again, even if it takes until 2026. His hard work during testing proves he is serious about this challenge and not just filling time. Sainz’s attitude and effort make him a great choice for Williams, and he could help the team improve a lot.

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Hamilton reunites with iconic Mercedes at Silverstone

PETRONAS brought Lewis Hamilton back together with some of his iconic Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team race cars for an epic farewell at Silverstone. Hamilton says it brought back memories of the best period of his life. It was one of those moments you feel shouldn't end, especially when he spoke about his amazing team members.