Formula One News — July 2024

JULY 19, 2024

Practice 1 Results

Hungary GP - Practice 1 Results

Hungary package much bigger than other upgrades says Verstappen

Red Bull's Hungarian GP upgrade is "much bigger" than the other packages of improvements the team has brought to races so far in 2024.

Sainz still blocking 2025 driver market

For multiple active Formula 1 drivers, the wait for Carlos Sainz's decision rolls on.

Contract could be no use for Perez after summer break

Sergio Perez's new contract will be "no use" to the Mexican if he cannot immediately up his game.

Ocon hits out as 2024 Williams link emerges

Esteban Ocon has renewed his criticism of Alpine, as it emerges he even wanted to leave the team before the 2024 season is even complete.

Hamilton glad Ralf Schumacher changed his mind

Lewis Hamilton says he is glad former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher "changed his mind" on the issue of gay pride.

JULY 18, 2024

Thursday Press Conference

Hungary GP - Thursday Press Conference

Vasseur wonders if Newey would fit at Ferrari

Ferrari's team boss says he isn't sure if Adrian Newey would be a good "fit" at Maranello.

Hamilton not enough for instant Ferrari success says Todt

Jean Todt is not sure Lewis Hamilton's arrival alone will be enough to propel Ferrari back to world championship glory.

Sainz cannot use Williams as stepping stone says Vowles

James Vowles says he does not want Carlos Sainz to sign with Williams if the Ferrari refugee sees the seat as a mere stepping-stone to his next big move.

Schumacher rules out Indycar move for now

Mick Schumacher has ruled out eyeing a move to Indycar for now, even though a prominent former world champion doubts the 25-year-old German will return to F1 next year.

Flooding hits Hungary GP pitlane

A cloud - or flood - of uncertainty is suddenly surrounding this weekend's running of the Hungarian GP in Budapest.

JULY 17, 2024

Red Bull admits failed F1 talks with Andy Cowell

The boss of Red Bull's top F1 team says he would have liked to snap up former Mercedes engine guru Andy Cowell.

Axed sponsor warns companies about backing Haas F1 team

Haas' former title sponsor has warned other companies to think twice about entering into agreements with the small American F1 team.

JULY 16, 2024

Two teams now ahead of Red Bull, Marko admits

Red Bull has fallen behind not one but two Formula 1 teams as the first half of the 2024 season progressed.

2026 sim laptimes still much too slow says Wolff

Formula 1 risks becoming "much too slow" with the debut of the 2026 regulations as currently written, Toto Wolff admits.

Mick Schumacher says F1 return now within reach

Mick Schumacher sounds upbeat about his chances of returning to the Formula 1 grid.

Toyota not eyeing F1 comeback with Haas

Reports that Toyota is looking to return to Formula 1 in partnership with Haas are wide of the mark.

Schumacher says being gay is not a big deal

Now that he has 'come out', former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher says he won't be making a big deal about his sexuality.

Audi snatches Alpine-Renault's F1 oil brands

The signs are growing that Renault's Formula 1 engine program could be wrapped up.

JULY 15, 2024

Mike Krack linked with shock Audi-Sauber switch

Mike Krack is reportedly being head-hunted to leave Aston Martin and lead Audi's new works Formula 1 project.

Marko says Perez mentally battered at Red Bull

Sergio Perez is "mentally battered", as Dr Helmut Marko refuses to deny raging speculation that Red Bull may decide to oust the struggling Mexican driver within 2024.

Sargeant satisfied with his driving in 2024

Logan Sargeant insists he is "satisfied" with his own driving this year - even though Williams appears to definitely be planning for his 2025 successor.

Steiner plays down Haas resurgence since exit as boss

Gunther Steiner has played down the big step forward made by the Haas team in 2024.

JULY 12, 2024

Lawson secures yet another F1 test outing

Liam Lawson's Formula 1 career is clearly shifting into a higher gear, as yet another on-track test looms for the hopeful New Zealander.