Ferrari to introduce new floor at Suzuka, The curse of Red Bull’s second seat, and other big updates

Ferrari to Introduce new floor at Suzuka

Ferrari aims to fix its problems in the 2025 Formula 1 season and plans to bring a new floor to the Japanese Grand Prix. The team had a tough weekend in China, with issues like team orders and both cars being disqualified for technical problems. Italian media is worried about Ferrari’s speed, but experts like Red Bull’s Dr. Marko think the team still has potential. Despite a crash between Hamilton and Leclerc, Ferrari’s boss, Vasseur, is confident the drivers are working well together.

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The curse of Red Bull’s second seat

After just two races in 2025, rumors that Red Bull may replace Liam Lawson, but his struggles might not be entirely his fault. Red Bull has long centered its car design around Max Verstappen’s unique style, which makes it difficult for other drivers to perform at the same level. Verstappen has outperformed every teammate he's had, and previous drivers like Gasly, Albon, and Perez have faced similar challenges. Lawson, new to the team and racing a car that Verstappen himself is struggling with, may never have had a fair chance to prove himself.

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Where Mercedes Is losing ground to McLaren in 2025

In 2025, Mercedes has shown an impressive start, edging out Red Bull as the second-fastest car, just behind McLaren by 0.345%. The Mercedes W16 appears more stable than last year's model, with less tire degradation and a larger work window, but George Russell noted that McLaren is still a bit quicker, particularly in tire management. While Russell has praised the W16's consistency, he pointed out that McLaren's superior tire management, especially in one-stop races, remains a key weakness for Mercedes. Despite this, Mercedes is confident in their development and believes that with the right improvements, they can challenge McLaren's advantage.

Click here to read the full article by Jake Boxall-Legge (motorsport.com)

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Williams duo face massive python in Australia

Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz find themselves near the iconic Harbour Bridge, ready for a wild adventure. But the real challenge begins when they come face-to-face with a python. Albon, in his usual nature, steps up without hesitation, while Sainz? He wants nothing to do with it—or the blue-tongued lizards.

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Verstappen and Lawson take on Kahoot challenge

Have you ever seen the biggest crowd participation Kahoot Quiz? That’s exactly what happened when Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson took the stage at Albert Park’s Fan Forum. They had to answer several questions, like when the Australian Grand Prix last opened the F1 season and how many laps make up the Albert Park GP.