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Formula 1 Team Orders: A Necessary Evil?Formula 1 has long been a battleground for high-speed, high-stakes drama, and one of the sport's most contentious aspects has been the use of team orders. So why has F1 continued to allow these practices in the sport?

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11/2/2024

The time has finally come for Formula 1 to return to Africa Formula 1 is widely considered one of the most global sports next to football (soccer) - with 24 races across 5 continents throughout their nearly year long seasons. However, until the end of the 2024 season, Africa has been left out of the conversation for decades. Why?

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12/18/2024

Why do F1 Sprint Races exist?Formula 1 introduced Sprint Races to its 'modern era' with the meteoric rise in popularity of the sport in America. The reviews have been mixed amongst F1 drivers, teams, and fans... so what is the reason that Sprint Weekends remain on the calendar and are GROWING in count?

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10/28/2024

What were the best technical upgrades of the F1 season?Learn from Coffee Corner Motorsport- Terry Widdows - our technical correspondent about all things tech and car upgrades during each Formula 1 weekend!‍ Coffee Corner Motorsport has been leading us through all of the technical upgrades this 2024 F1 season! Here are his TOP upgrades that have had the most consequential effect on our 10 F1 Teams.

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Coffee Corner Motorsport

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12/9/2024

Breaking down the Formula 1 Diversity and Inclusion Charter Diversity and Inclusion have long been topics of discussion in and around Formula 1, but without significant action. While one-off team initiatives and programs like Mission 44 have pushed this conversation to the forefront - the Diversity and Inclusion Charter agreed upon by all 10 Formula 1 teams is the first joint step forward for the sport.

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Maia Rowe-Sampson

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12/2/2024

Dermalogica in Formula 1: Fan Engagement done right Dermalogica was one of many consumer brands that threw their hat into the F1 fan engagement 'ring' at the Las Vegas Grand Prix... but by working with F1 creators, researching brands and messaging, and engaging directly with fans - they have set a new precedent for consumer brands looking to enter Formula 1.

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11/27/2024

The GPDA Statement is a game changer for modern Formula 1 Formula 1 drivers, Formula 1 fans, and the FIA have been at odds for years. That relationship strain has come to a head with the public statement of the Grand Prix Drivers Association - a statement that may change the F1 and FIA relationship going forward.

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11/8/2024

Franco Colapinto is changing Formula 1 Franco Colapinto IS the break-out star of Formula 1 this year. A year rife with change, on and off-track battles, and shake-ups has brought us the new face of motorsport in South America and a future champion.

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11/6/2024

Formula 1 and the NFL: A global alliance with global benefits Formula 1 is the most global sport in the world. The National Football League (NFL) is the most American sport you can find. Is their increasing collaboration part of a bigger picture for sports?

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10/20/2024

Censorship vs sportsmanship? The FIA's balancing act in Formula 1 The FIA has faced criticism for imposing regulations on F1 drivers like the jewelry ban, restrictions on political and religious expression, and cursing on camera. Are these measures of safety and sportsmanship, or is there another agenda at play?

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10/14/2024

Who will take F1's final seat with Stake?As Audi prepares to take over full ownership of the Stake F1 Team, the selection of their second driver for the 2025 season is critical. Will the seat go to the seasoned Valterri Bottas, F1 rookie Franco Colapinto, or F2 talent Gabriel Bortoleto?

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10/10/2024