2021 F1

Red Bull reveals the repairing cost of Verstappen’s RB16B

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2 years ago

July 19, 2021

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Max Verstappen Red Bull RB16B Crash 2021 British GP

Red Bull Racing advisor Helmut Marko describes the aftereffects of Silverstone crash and updates of the physical condition of Max Verstappen. The Austrian confirmed that Max’s health is fine and fully ready for next Hungarian Grand Prix.

The British Grand Prix witnessed for made the highly dramatic on-track wheel-to-wheel battle of the 2021 season so far, as title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Verstappen had their first major collision. The crash sent Max into a massive 51G impact with the tyre-barriers, its resulted 25 points loss and total loss of his Red Bull car.

Red Bull RB16B is total loss

The car is a “total loss”, Marko said to German RTL. According to the current status, the damage is around 750,000 euros. It is still unclear whether the engine is undamaged. A bitter blow for the racing team. Marko: “It’s a significant amount that hurts us, especially in times of budget constraints.”

Red Bull will not push for further penalties – Marko

Basically, there are the penalties of the commissioners. A further or new punishment would only come into play if new evidence, such as TV images, emerged. Red Bull consultant Marko explains, “An appointment is only possible if there is new knowledge.” But these are “not given”. Red Bull will therefore not push for further penalties, said the Austrian.

Regarding the survival from huge crash – A crash at 280 km / h and 51g (i.e. 51 times your own body weight put on Verstappen’s body). Nevertheless, the Dutchman “only” complained of dizziness, apparently no serious injuries. Thank God!

Why is that? Several factors come into play here: On the one hand, the racing series has been intensifying the highest safety standards for years. This includes an extremely safe monocoque (the safety cell in the F1 racing car) that protects the driver and protection systems such as HANS (Head and Neck Support), which specifically protects the head and neck. The force of an impact is distributed from the head to the chest and protects the driver from a broken neck.

In addition, the circuit in Silverstone is secured with extremely wide stacks of tires, which at least dampened the crash a little. As early as 1999, Michael Schumacher raced into such a pile at high speed after a brake defect and broke his leg.

And last but not least: The pilots are more fit than ever and invest heavily in their bodies and fitness. Special neck exercises are part of the daily work and not only lead to the well-known “bull neck” with Mick Schumacher.

Helmut Marko is certain that a “normal mortal” would probably not survive such an accident. “The drivers are in incredibly good physical condition.”

Max’s father Jos, who raced 106 races in F1, said Hamilton should have been disqualified from the race.

“It is really unacceptable what Hamilton did. Jos said to Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf. “Max gave him space and was front of him. You cannot overtake on the inside of Copse.

“A 10-second penalty is really ridiculous. As far as I am concerned, they should have banned him from the race.”

2021 F1

What penalty do Red Bull face for breaching F1 cost cap?

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6 months ago

October 10, 2022

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FIA recently confirmed that, Red Bull Racing have been found guilty of violating Formula 1 budget cap for 2021.

The Official confirmation by FIA said that a “minor” breaking of the budget cap. As resulted exceeding the budget by less than 5% or $7.25m – could have big consequences if the FIA decide to punish them.

Max Verstappen, who won a second F1 championship in weird conditions in Japan on Sunday, clinched the 2021 F1 title after late and controversial drama involving the safety car in Abu Dhabi.

The cost cap breaches penalty ranges from a public reprimand to a financial penalty or secondary level sporting penalties.

• Public reprimand
• Deduction of Constructors’ Championship points awarded for the Championship that took place within the Reporting Period of the breach;
• Deduction of Drivers’ Championship points awarded for the Championship that took place within the Reporting Period of the breach;
• Suspension from one or more stages of a Competition or Competitions, excluding for the avoidance of doubt the race itself;
• Limitations on ability to conduct aerodynamic or other Testing; and/or
• Reduction of the Cost Cap

Red Bull hint they will appeal FIA decision

The statement, released on their social meadi page read: “We note the findings with surprise and disappointment. Our 2021 submission was below the cost cap limit so we need to carefully review the FIA’s findings as our belief remains that the relevant costs are under the 2021 cost cap amount.

“Despite the conjecture and positioning of others, there is of course a process under the regulations with the FIA which we will respectfully follow while we consider all the options available to us.”

2022 F1

Verstappen won his second F1 World Championship

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6 months ago

October 9, 2022

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Max Verstappen won the rain hit Japanese Grand Prix and he secure his second world title as well. The Dutchman takes the full 19 points and his teammate Sergio Perez made second place, following the Charles Leclerc receives five seconds penalty, who crossed the line just ahead of Perez… but final corner cutting was given his time penalty.

Verstappen: It’s crazy

“It’s crazy. Very mixed emotions,” he said.

“Looking back, what a year we’ve had so far. It’s been incredible. It’s something I could never have imagined. After last year, fighting until the end, and then having such a good car again this year. I’m so thankful to everyone who has been contributing to this success.”

… More to follow

2023 F1

Nyck de Vries secures 2023 AlphaTauri F1 race seat

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6 months ago

October 8, 2022

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The Dutch racing driver Nyck de Vries sealed AlphaTauri F1 racing seat as replaced the Alpine-moved Pierre Gasly for 2023 F1 season.

27 years old, former F2 and Formula E world Champion’s demand has been raised, after he made an extraordinary performance at Monza for Williams racing team, who finished ninth on his F1 debut.

“I’m extremely excited to be joining Scuderia AlphaTauri for 2023 and I want to thank both Red Bull and the team for giving me the opportunity to drive in F1,” the Dutchman said.

“After Formula 2, I took a slightly different path with motorsport, but F1 has always been my dream and I’m grateful to be able to fulfil it.

“I’ve had a lot of chances to experience the 2022 car this year and I think that has put me in a great position for the upcoming season, I hope this has helped to prepare me for what is to come.”

“After Formula 2, I took a slightly different path with motorsport, but F1 has always been my dream and I’m grateful to be able to fulfil it.

“Having spent most of my teenage years in Italy for karting, I’ve always felt at home there, so for me, it’s great to be joining an Italian team, that already has a real family feel,” he added.

“I’m looking forward to meeting everyone and to start to build our relationship before the next season.”

AlphaTauri team head Franz Tost also gave his full care to De Vries, point out: “We are pleased to start a new chapter with Nyck, who’s very much welcome at Scuderia AlphaTauri.

“He is a very highly skilled driver, as he won in all the categories he competed in, with many races and championships under his belt.

“His last big success was winning the Formula E World Championship, and this is clear evidence that he is a very competitive driver, who deserves a seat in F1.

“I am looking forward to seeing him in our car and I’m confident that with Yuki and Nyck we will have a very strong driver lineup for 2023.”

The Austrian also paid praise to Gasly, who has spent at least part of every season at the team since his debut in 2017.

“AlphaTauri had a very successful time with Pierre,” he said.

“We will never forget his fantastic victory in Monza and his podium finishes in Brazil and Azerbaijan.

“I want to thank Pierre for all the effort he’s put into the team in the last years, and I wish him all the best for his future.”