Formula One News — June 2023

JUNE 30, 2023

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Austria GP - Practice 1 Results

Verstappen hits back at Hamilton rule proposal

Max Verstappen has scoffed at Lewis Hamilton's proposed solution for ending the dominance of single Formula 1 teams.

JUNE 28, 2023

Palou could replace de Vries at Alpha Tauri?

Nyck de Vries appears to still be under mammoth pressure to keep his seat at Alpha Tauri.

Aston Martin leap a reality check for Alpine

Alpine's sale of a EUR 200 million stake in its Renault-owned Formula 1 team could be linked with the realisation of what it takes to step up the grid.

Budget cap penalty to have massive impact says Wache

Although Red Bull's rivals have taken steps towards the dominant F1 team's dominance recently, Alex Wurz says Max Verstappen is the clear favourite for the Austrian GP this weekend.

Stroll boasts about stagging F1 investments

Lawrence Stroll says Aston Martin's performance in Formula 1 is now flowing directly into the coffers.

Ricciardo a safe bet to replace Perez says Berger

Daniel Ricciardo would be a "safe bet" as Max Verstappen's next teammate at the dominant Red Bull team, according to F1 legend Gerhard Berger.

JUNE 27, 2023

Groups scrambling to join F1's billion-dollar moment

Formula 1 teams are reportedly worth at least a billion dollars each - even back-of-the-grid Williams.

Mercedes cannot pressure Verstappen yet says Wolff

Mercedes is not yet ready to put Max Verstappen "under pressure" for race wins, Toto Wolff has admitted.

Alpha Tauri almost became top Red Bull team says Marko

Dr Helmut Marko says the team that ultimately became Alpha Tauri was once in the running to be Red Bull's premier outfit in Formula 1.

Michelin surprised Bridgestone eying F1 deal

Michelin's motorsport boss says he'd be "surprised" if Bridgestone really is serious about taking over from Pirelli as the sole tyre supplier in Formula 1.

JUNE 26, 2023

F1 to turn up engine volume in 2026

Formula 1 will turn up the engine volume with the new regulations from 2026, the sport's CEO has announced.

Pirelli admits Bridgestone F1 bid a great challenge

Pirelli's Formula 1 boss Mario Isola admits the Italian company is facing a "great challenge" in fending off the bid launched by rival tyre maker Bridgestone.

Parts of Alpha Tauri to move to UK says Marko

Dr Helmut Marko has lifted the existential pressure off Red Bull's second Formula 1 team Alpha Tauri, off the back of rumours suggesting the outfit will be sold.

Red Bull to evaluate Ricciardo with F1 test

Daniel Ricciardo's hopes of returning to Formula 1 have been given a major boost by Dr Helmut Marko.

Verstappen open to any Red Bull teammate

Max Verstappen's manager says he's not interested in helping another driver thrive in Formula 1.

Investment firm buying into F1 team Alpine

Renault is in talks with a private investment firm about selling a "minority" share in the Formula 1 team Alpine.

Liberty gives hope to Andretti-Cadillac's F1 team bid

Greg Maffei, the CEO of the American company that owns Formula 1, has given a big boost to Michael Andretti's bid to enter the sport's 11th team.

JUNE 23, 2023

FIA looking into top F1 teams budget cap loopholes

Mercedes claims it may be just a single upgrade package away from victory in 2023.

Sauber, Williams want F1 budget cap rule changes

Midfield and lower-level Formula 1 teams are pushing for changes in the budget cap system to enable them to catch up in terms of infrastructure.

No interference as Sauber, Audi prepare for 2026

Audi is already focused on preparing for its works Formula 1 foray for 2026, according to Sauber team representative Alessandro Alunni Bravi.

Perez not up to the task at Red Bull says Briatore

Sergio Perez says he's only struggling with the "braking" of his Red Bull car.