Formula 1
Formula One 2023
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Ferrari have their right to review request denied
The 2023 Formula One season has been full of excitement, and the latest race in Australia was no exception. As the drivers raced through the streets of the city, fans were treated to a thrilling display of speed and skill. However, controversy erupted over a penalty given to Carlos Sainz and his Ferrari team. Fans and experts alike are now debating the decision, and what it means for the rest of the season. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the Sainz penalty, and explore the wider implications for the F1 championship."
Ferrari's right of review was rejected, resulting in Carlos Sainz's Australian GP time penalty being upheld.
Ferrari was required to present significant, fresh, and relevant evidence for the stewards to reopen the case after Carlos Sainz collided with Fernando Alonso at the Australian Grand Prix and received a five-second time penalty. The decision devastated Sainz, who initially called it the "most unfair penalty" he had ever witnessed over team radio and later called it "the biggest disgrace" in the sport in many years. Following a chaotic penultimate lap standing restart, the Spaniard was dropped from fourth to 12th in Melbourne after such a promising start. He was given a five-second time penalty for colliding with Fernando Alonso of the Aston Martin.
How has Ferrari and Carlos Sainz reacted to the decision made by FIA?
Ferrari has issued a formal statement on social media in response to the FIA's decision to sanction Carlos Sainz with a penalty. "We acknowledge the FIA decision not to grant us a right of review in relation to the penalty imposed on Carlos Sainz at the 2023 Australian Grand Prix," the Scuderia said in a statement. In another article following the Australian Grand Prix, it is important to note that the Spaniard emulated Jose Mourinho, who famously said "I prefer not to speak" when a decision went against his team following his Australian GP penalty, stating that he would only say negative things that he would regret.
Sky Sports Formula 1 Pundit Weighs in on Latest Racing Controversies
Karun Chandhok, a former Formula 1 driver and current pundit, has shared his views on the news that Ferrari's appeal against Carlos Sainz's time penalty in the Australian Grand Prix has been rejected. Chandhok shared his thoughts on Twitter, proposing an alternative penalty for races that finish behind the safety car. Instead of adding 5 seconds to a driver's time, he suggested that the stewards should consider a 3-place grid drop at the following race. Chandhok believes that this would be a more appropriate penalty, but his suggestion received mixed feedback from followers, with some expressing doubts that a three-place grid drop would be a sufficient punishment for the incident.
Revving Up for Change: Formula 1 Introduces New Format for 2023 Season
The F1 (Formula 1) Sprint Format is a simple and straightforward format that involves a 100km race that takes place on Saturdays. The race is shorter than a traditional Grand Prix and is designed to be more exciting and action-packed. The top three racers will receive points and the winner will get pole position for Sunday's race.
The F1 Sprint Format is designed to be a standalone event that takes place on Saturday. The race is not a qualifying race, but rather a separate event that determines the starting grid for Sunday's Grand Prix. The race is designed to be more exciting and action-packed than a traditional qualifying session and is a fantastic way for fans to see their favourite drivers in action.
The F1 Sprint Format is a fantastic way for fans to see their favourite drivers in action and get a taste of what is to come on Sunday. The format is designed to be more exciting and action-packed than a traditional qualifying session and is a wonderful way to add more excitement to race weekends.
The F1 Sprint Format is also a terrific way for drivers to earn points and improve their starting position for Sunday's race. The top three racers will receive points and the winner will get pole position for Sunday's race. This gives drivers more incentive to perform well during the Sprint race and can lead to more exciting and action-packed races on Sunday.
Revved Up or Burned Out? Critics Weigh in on Potential Downsides of F1 Sprint Format
One potential disadvantage of the new F1 Sprint format is that it may place greater strain on teams and drivers, who will have to manage their cars and tires over three days instead of two. Additionally, the format may lead to more accidents and collisions, as drivers jostle for position in the shorter, more intense races. Finally, some fans and critics have expressed concerns that the Sprint races may detract from the excitement and spectacle of the main Grand Prix, which has traditionally been the centerpiece of each race weekend. Max Verstappen believes that the new sprint-race format will make the Azerbaijan Grand Prix more chaotic, clearly outlining his thoughts about the new format, saying that the sport should “scrap the whole thing.” The format involves a second qualifying session on Saturday to set the grid for the 'sprint' race, which separates the 'sprint' race on Saturday from the main grand prix. In the last two years, the sprint set the grid for the main event on Sunday, but now, a Friday qualifying session sets the grid for the grand prix, while Saturday starts with a qualifying session called the 'sprint shoot-out' which sets the grid for the 'sprint' later that afternoon. Fernando Alonso has described the new format as "more challenging and stressful", while Lewis Hamilton is excited about it, calling it "the most exciting weekend so far this year.” These comments made by these drivers clearly make compelling arguments both for and against this new format, highlighting a mixed reaction to the new format.
Sergio Perez narrows the gap on Max Verstappen in F1 championship race with an impressive win!
The F1 title race is heating up, and Sergio Perez is quickly becoming a major contender. The Mexican driver has been solidifying his reputation on street tracks, with 5 of his 6 wins in the sport coming on these types of courses. In this latest battle between the Red Bull drivers, Perez came out on top, edging out his teammate Max Verstappen in an intense race. With this win, Perez is now just 6 points behind Verstappen in the championship standings, reigniting his hopes of winning the drivers' title and denying Verstappen a third straight championship.
Perez's latest victory came in Miami, where he performed excellently in Saturday's Sprint, which was a debut for the sport's new format in 2023. With his impressive performance, Perez has shown that he has what it takes to compete at the highest level and that he is a driver to watch in the coming races.
Overall, the F1 title race is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory, with Perez and Verstappen battling it out for the top spot. With both drivers in excellent form, it's anyone's guess who will come out on top, but one thing is for sure: fans are in for a thrilling ride.
Here is how the Azerbaijan GP race finished:
1st Sergio Perez 🇲🇽 92 minutes 42.436secs
2nd Max Verstappen 🇳🇱 + 2.137
3rd Charles Leclerc 🇲🇨 + 21.217
4th Fernando Alonso 🇪🇸 + 22.024
5th Carlos Sainz 🇪🇸 + 45.491
6th Lewis Hamilton 🇬🇧 + 46.145
7th Lance Stroll 🇨🇦 + 51.617
8th George Russell 🇬🇧 + 1:14.240
9th Lando Norris 🇬🇧 + 1:20.376
10th Yuki Tsunoda 🇯🇵 + 1:23.862
11th Oscar Piastri 🇦🇺 + 1:26.501
12th Alexander Albon 🇹🇭 + 1:28.623
13th Kevin Magnussen 🇩🇰 + 1:29.729
14th Pierre Gasly 🇫🇷 + 1:31.332
15th Esteban Ocon 🇫🇷 + 1:37.794
16th Logan Sargeant 🇺🇸 + 1:40.943
Current Standings of the F1 2023 season:
POSITION DRIVER PTS
1st Max Verstappen 93
2nd Sergio Perez 87
3rd Fernando Alonso 60
4th Lewis Hamilton 48
5th Carlos Sainz 34
6th Charles Leclerc 28
7th George Russell 28
8th Lance Stroll 27
9th Lando Norris 10
10th Nico Hulkenberg 6
11th Oscar Piastri 4
12th Valtteri Bottas 4
13th Esteban Ocon 4
14th Pierre Gasly 4
15th Zhou Guanyu 2
16th Yuki Tsunoda 2
17th Alexander Albon 1
18th Kevin Magnussen 1
19th Logan Sergeant 0
20th Nyck De Vries 0
An insight going into next weekend’s Grand Prix in Miami
The aftermath of the enthralling, entertaining title race in Azerbaijan will look to continue as the Mexican records his second win of the F1 campaign and it does prompt a question; Can Sergio Perez win an F1 Championship?
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