F1 Fast Five: Former Man Utd & Chelsea CEO lands commercial role with Williams, Red Bull firm on driver decision despite Audi pressure, and other big updates

Former Man Utd & Chelsea CEO lands commercial role with Williams 

Former chief executive at Manchester United and Chelsea, Peter Kenyon, has joined the Williams Formula 1 team as a commercial advisor, focusing on strengthening the team's commercial efforts. Williams aims to return to the front of the grid despite recent struggles on track. This move aligns with Williams' aim to bolster their standing both on and off the track, amidst ongoing efforts to regain their former competitive edge in Formula 1.

Click here to read the full article by Daniel Moxon (mirror.co.uk)

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Red Bull firm on driver decision Despite Audi Pressure

Red Bull is taking its time to decide on Max Verstappen's teammate for 2025, despite pressure from Audi in the Formula 1 driver market. Sergio Perez's contract is up for renewal, with Red Bull evaluating his performance this season before making a decision. While Carlos Sainz is a serious candidate, his options with other teams like Aston Martin and Audi complicate matters, but Red Bull insists it will prioritize securing the strongest driver pairing and is not influenced by external pressures.

Click here to read the full article by Jonathan Noble & Ronald Vording (motorsport.com) 

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Horner pokes fun at Wolff's Verstappen prediction

Christian Horner from Red Bull responded to Toto Wolff's claim that no one can catch Max Verstappen in the current F1 season by jokingly reminding him that there are still 20 races remaining. Verstappen's dominant performance, winning three out of four races, has put him in the lead for the drivers' title, with Red Bull leading in the Constructors' Championship as well. Despite their strong start, Horner remains cautious and playfully teases Wolff for his prediction.

Click here to read the full article by Samuel Coop & Aaron Deckers (racingnews365.com)

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Inside the role of a reserve driver

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Do you know what it takes to be a reserve driver? Well, being ready to hop into the F1 car at any time and absorbing engineering insights for simulator use are just some aspects of being a Reserve Driver. Mercedes reserve driver Frederik Vesti talks about the practicalities of the role during Grand Prix events and at the team's headquarters.

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Hawkins drives modern ground effect car

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Jessica Hawkins achieves a milestone by becoming the first woman to drive a modern-era ground-effect F1 car. Aston Martin shares exclusive footage of this significant moment for the team as Hawkins pushes boundaries and inspires in Riyadh with Aramco. Last year, Hawkins made history as the first woman since 2018 to test a Formula 1 car.