🗞 In The Headlines

1/ Former F1 Drivers Set Sights on Le Mans Glory

This weekend, a star-studded lineup of 18 former Formula 1 drivers will compete in the prestigious Le Mans 24-hour race at the Circuit de la Sarthe in France. Among the 186 drivers from 62 teams, notable names include Jenson Button, Mick Schumacher, and Romain Grosjean. Button, the 2009 F1 world champion, is making his third appearance and aims to improve on his 39th place finish from last year. Schumacher, debuting at Le Mans, seeks to step out of his father's shadow after a challenging stint with Haas. Grosjean returns to the circuit after 14 years, eager to make a mark following his F1 career-ending crash in 2020. Other former F1 talents like Daniil Kvyat, Nyck de Vries, Robert Kubica, and more, also join the fray, aiming to cover the greatest distance in the 24-hour endurance race, part of motorsport's coveted 'Triple Crown.'

2/ Ricciardo Adopts New Approach to Understand F1 Struggles

Daniel Ricciardo, the Australian F1 driver, has been facing a challenging season, consistently underperforming compared to his teammate Yuki Tsunoda. After a brutal critique from Jacques Villeneuve questioning his place in the sport, Ricciardo has taken a new approach to understanding his struggles. He has shifted his focus from on-track performance to off-track factors that may be impacting his results. Ricciardo has undergone a form of "self-therapy" after the Monaco Grand Prix, where he was emotionally down due to his poor performance on a track he loves. He has opened up to his team, engineers, and inner circle, seeking constructive criticism and feedback on areas where he could improve.

3/ Verstappen Unstoppable? Red Bull Chief Declares Max's Dominance in Any Car

Red Bull's Helmut Marko has praised Max Verstappen's exceptional talent following his win at the Canadian Grand Prix. Verstappen seized victory, his 60th in Formula 1, by taking advantage of a late safety-car period to pass Lando Norris, despite challenging rainy conditions that caused problems for many drivers, including Charles Leclerc of Ferrari, who retired on lap 43. This victory marks a significant comeback for Verstappen, who has faced several defeats this season, including losses to Carlos Sainz, Lando Norris, and Leclerc in Monaco. Marko expressed his confidence in Verstappen's abilities, stating that the three-time champion could have won the race in any car on the grid, highlighting his strategic prowess and driving skill.

4/ Bottas Urges Simple Fixes to Propel Sauber from F1 Slump

Valtteri Bottas emphasized that turning around Sauber's lackluster Formula 1 season is "not rocket science" after another disappointing, scoreless performance at the Canadian Grand Prix. The team remains the only one without points this season, with Bottas finishing 13th due to a mistimed pit stop and Zhou Guanyu struggling throughout the weekend, starting from the pitlane and ending up lapped by the race winner. Despite retirements from key competitors, Sauber missed a crucial opportunity to score. Bottas insists that the key to improvement lies in continuous upgrades and better performance in qualifying sessions, starting with the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix.

5/ Alonso’s Insight Fuels Aston Martin's Comeback in Montreal

Fernando Alonso credited Aston Martin’s improved performance at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix to a better understanding of recent issues that had plagued the team. After struggling with recent upgrades and falling behind the leading pack, Aston Martin made a comeback in Montreal. Alonso finished sixth and Lance Stroll seventh, benefitting from Ferrari's struggles. Alonso highlighted the challenging race conditions but praised the team’s effort in securing valuable points. He also noted that while he couldn't maintain his position against Lewis Hamilton, the team is now more comfortable with their car and optimistic about future races.

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